Band 4 Assistant Practitioner Clinical Imaging
A new, exciting opportunity is available in our Imaging Department for a Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to join the team.
The Assistant Practitioner (Clinical Imaging) role is for those not simply interested in the routine, day-to-day assistant practitioner positions which may be offered elsewhere. Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust believes that our people will get out what they put in, and that requires our active support to develop our people, so we make it a top priority that our practitioners always feel valued and part of something bigger.
If you are looking for a job where you are professionally developed, working at the forefront of radiological imaging and can go home every single day and be incredibly proud that you are delivering a service of the highest possible standards, then don’t miss out on your opportunity to be part of something great.
Job Summary
Post-holders will carry out plain film (x-ray) examinations, as required by the department, under the supervision of a Radiographer within a defined scope of practice. The Assistant Practitioner (Clinical Imaging) should be keen to be part of an imaging service with a difference. Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust’s (CWHFT) imaging directorate is going through a period of transformational change where innovation is at the forefront of what we do.
We are seeking an Assistant Practitioner (Clinical Imaging) who wishes to work at West Middlesex University Hospital so that they are surrounded by people who put patients first but are also keen to invest in themselves and the organisation.
We have a culture which fosters innovation and supports new ideas whilst also ensuring our people are well supported so that they have high rates of employee satisfaction and are professionally developing to be the leaders of tomorrow. Being one of only a handful of Trusts in the NHS to hold the Quality Standards for Imaging (QSI) Royal College of Radiologists Quality Mark, we are keen to maintain the highest quality standards, and drive quality improvement (QI).
The Trust has big plans to continue to be a strategic leader in Northwest London and intends for the imaging service to be at the forefront of excellence with the most advanced equipment, software and technological capability. By doing so we will ensure our staff and patients access the very best in medical imaging.
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.
The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Job Description
- Perform non-complex, protocol-driven plain film (X-ray) examinations for co-operative patients, as required by the department, under the supervision of a Radiographer within a defined scope of practice efficiently and to a high standard.
- To manipulate and manoeuvre radiographic equipment and patients, in order to obtain high quality diagnostic images within the departments protocols and procedures.
- To ensure that patients receive a high standard of care.
- To be conversant with the routine procedures in all x-ray rooms for co-operative patients.
- To communicate with other staff members to ensure the smooth running of the Department.
- To ensure that the Radiation Protection guidelines, IR (ME) R guidelines and local rules are strictly adhered to.
- To ensure that the rules and procedures of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 are strictly adhered to, and that all working areas are kept clean and safe.
- To participate in the departmental quality assurance programs as required.
- To report and record all equipment faults.
- To undertake any other duties which may be appropriate to the post.
- To comply with, and be able to demonstrate and instruct, safe manual handling techniques.
- To comply with and be able to demonstrate safe infection control measures.
- To maintain a commitment to, and take responsibility for, personal development utilising principles of Continuous Professional Development (CPD). The post holder is encouraged by the department to attend both personal and professional development activities that assist in their role and the service.
- The post holder will be required to actively participate in a periodic performance appraisal, in accordance with the Trust guidelines.
