Spire Healthcare
Bank Specialist Radiographer
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Specialist Radiographer – Bank/Ad-Hoc Shifts (Nottingham, Tollerton)
At Spire Nottingham Hospital
Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the UK, operating 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales, and Scotland. We deliver world-class diagnostics, inpatient, day-case, and outpatient care—including private mental health, musculoskeletal, and dermatology services.
Part of our team through flexible, bank/ad-hoc shifts at Spire Nottingham Hospital, you’ll be part of delivering high-quality radiographic services with clinical excellence as our priority.
About the Role
This opportunity is for a Specialist Radiographer to join our changeover and ad-hoc rotation, ensuring high-quality imaging with clinical leadership at its core.
You’ll provide:
- Highly skilled radiographic imaging—making informed diagnostic decisions with a professional, compassionate approach.
- Safe and efficient patient care—adhering to legal standards (e.g., IR(ME)R) while maintaining radiation protection guidelines.
- Clinical supervision—supporting radiographers, assistants, and students to uphold Spire’s standards.
- Appropriate patient communication—explaining findings responsibly as per Health & Care Professions Council (HPC) policies.
Key Responsibilities
Patient & Diagnostic Care
- Ensure quality, appropriate imaging through clinical judgement and adherence to Spire/NHS protocols.
- Administer IV contrast (aligned with Spire’s protocols).
- Pre-scan checks: Verify patient details and legitimacy of requests; justify and refuse inappropriate scans if required.
- Pregnancy screening prior to high-risk procedures.
- Provide clear post-examination guidance—results management, transport arrangements, and ensuring patient safety/consent.
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Knowledge & Service Logistics
- Stay updated on clinical/technical advancements, completing professional training (relevant CEU/CPD).
- Efficient workflow management: Optimise appointment scheduling to match patient demand.
- Image quality & recording: Confirm correct patient ID, examination details, and adherence to medical reporting.
- Ensure timely feedback on abnormalities to clinicians/advanced practitioners for urgent intervention when needed.
Safety, Compliance & Teamwork
- Radiation safety compliance: Follow the Ionising Radiations Regulations 1999 and IR(ME)R 2000.
- Maintain equipment standards: Report malfunctions/log issues and enforce repair actions.
- Participate in medical/clinical audits for continuous improvement.
- Document daily tasks accurately, including training log records for students.
- Support the Radiographer in Charge in operational and training duties.
Requirements & Skills
To be considered for this role, you'll need:
- Certification: A qualifying degree/associate diploma in Radiography, HPC register acceptance.
- Experience:
- Proven track record as a Specialist Radiographer in an acute/day-case imaging environment.
- IV Competence Certificate (medically verified).
- Minimum three years’ full-time clinical experience (or equivalent).
- Education: A BSc (Hons) in Radiography or equivalent accredited qualification.
- Post-Op CPD证书: Evidence of ongoing professional development (short courses, specialist training).
- Technical Proficiency: Cross-sectional and conventional radiographic techniques (X-ray, ultrasound, etc.).
- Familiarity with external standards (Care Quality Commission), legislation, and PACS (Picture Archiving and Communications Systems).
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Bank & Benefits
Compensated weekly with competitive hourly rates, including: ✅ Weekly pay for flexible, short-term shifts during peak times, leave, or cover. ✅ Spire Healthcare pension scheme – reduce taxable income. ✅ Blue Light Card discounts (including natural history, travel, dining, and tech). ✅ Smartspending perks (via Spire for You) alongside Blue Light discounts. ✅ 24/7 Wellbeing Centre access (mental health & physical health support post-weekly). ✅ Free DBS check. ✅ Free professional uniform (process fees remitted). ✅ Fully subsidised & supported induction (including mandatory safety competencies).
Your career, and future opportunities:
- Potential permanent role conversion for high-performing banks radiographers.
- Focused training opportunities in new technologies/specialities.
- Orientation through Spire’s Recruiting Team for seamless integration.
Why Spire?
We champion excellence in healthcare through our organisational values:
- Driving clinical excellence by leading with specialist knowledge.
- Caring compassionately for patients, peers, and employees.
- Keeping solutions simple and delivered on promise.
- Celebrating team success with shared rewards.
We are an equal opportunities employer. Spire is committed to diversity inclusion—lifting up underrepresented voices to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and our shared purpose thrives.
Attachments: 📎 We often fill slots earlier than the posted date and reserve the right to close this vacancy if team needs are met.
Interested? Apply today (quote this vacancy ID for seamless processing). Together, let’s ensure every patient image speaks to excellence in care.
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