Superintendent Radiographer

Hours: Monday-Sunday, 36 hours per week on a shift pattern rota
At InHealth we see more than 3 million patients each year and diagnostic imaging is one of the busiest services we provide. Our purpose-built diagnostic centres offer increased imaging capacity for NHS trusts, and convenient, fast access to services for patients. Right now, we have an exciting opportunity for a Superintendent Radiographer to join our MRI team in Sandwell. This is a full-time role doing a mixture of clinical work and management

As an InHealth Superintendent Radiographer you will be responsible for providing first point of call management and clinical leadership, operating in accordance with local guidelines and company policies to deliver a service that is aligned to contractual and governance requirements. In addition to your supervisory duties, you will work clinically as a radiographer and complete MRI procedures, coaching other members of staff where necessary. You will also maintain and continually develop an efficient imaging service, optimising patient care.

What you are responsible for:

• Supervising a team of radiographers undertaking modality specific imaging procedures
• Undertaking MRI scans in line with existing modality specific clinical guidelines and protocols (MHRA Guidance 2007, IR(ME)R 2000, Code of Clinical Practice)
• Conducting competency assessments at regular intervals, ensuring any development needs are identified and followed up
• Being actively involved in the recruitment, appointment and induction of new clinical staff
• Arranging rotas for clinical staff where required
• Ensuring good communication is maintained with the team to deliver a smooth-running service
• Dealing with day to day staff queries, liaising with appropriate support functions where required to resolve the queries within a reasonable timeframe
• Taking ownership of governance activities i.e. audits, personal development, and team meetings with the support of your colleagues.

We are looking for someone who has:

• A BSc in diagnostic radiography or equivalent
• A valid professional membership (HCPC registration)
• The ability to supervise a team of radiographers when necessary
• Confidence when coaching and developing team members via training techniques
• The ability to motivate and lead, with a desire to exceed expectations
• An outstanding understanding of radiography physics and different scanning techniques and sequences
• Competency at performing routine and complex examinations with and without contrast medium
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to organise effectively and prioritise workloads
• Understanding of the implications of the Data Protection Act and Caldicott Principles
• Excellent health and safety awareness when utilising imaging equipment
• A calm approach in challenging situations and works well under pressure
• A professional and cooperative attitude towards patients, customers and colleagues.

You should apply if you have experience:

• Of undertaking basic and complex MRI procedures
• Working with imaging equipment in a hospital or mobile environment
• Being involved in the recruitment and selection process
• In health and safety policies and procedures when it comes to imaging equipment and radiology
• Working within a multi-disciplinary team.

What's in it for you
What can InHealth offer you?
We offer a fantastic benefits package, which is available through a mobile-enabled rewards platform, called InJoy. This is your place to access thousands of offers and discounts on a wide range of products and services relating to: fashion, travel, eating out, technology, leisure and more!
In addition to this, we also offer:

• 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Generous company contribution pension scheme
• Private medical insurance options
• Life assurance
• Hybrid and flexible working opportunities
• Fantastic learning and development opportunities
• 24/7 access to a dedicated well-being hub and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Monthly award programme and online peer-to-peer recognition
• Long service recognition, with vouchers and additional annual leave
• Refer a friend bonus
• Discounts on InHealth s healthcare services
• Smart tech, Cycle to Work and thousands of discounts and cashback options
• Paid-for professional memberships and more!

Making sure our people are happy at work is one of our main priorities, which means giving them as many opportunities as we can to support their personal and professional growth. We also have an innovative approach to personal and professional development, helping you to be the best version of you and giving you a real career pathway.

About The Company
InHealth is the UK s largest specialist provider of diagnostic and healthcare solutions. Our aim is to make healthcare better for patients by working collaboratively with the NHS to deliver a range of high-quality tests, scans, assessments and procedures. In the last year, we have supported more than 3 million people in their healthcare journeys, the majority of these are NHS patients and service users.
As a people-focused organisation, our teams are integral in how we deliver our services and our values of Trust, Passion, Care and Fresh Thinking underpin everything we do, influencing the way we interact with patients, customers, and colleagues.
Our mission is to be the preferred provider of high-quality diagnostics and healthcare solutions in hospitals and in accessible community settings, serving 5 million patients from 1,000 locations by 2025.