Specialist Lithotripsy Radiographer: Sponsorship Available

Job summary

The post holder will act as a Lead Practitioner for the Lithotripsy Service within the Urology Investigations Unit and will be primarily responsible for performing and providing specialist expertise and guidance on Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) procedures to treat kidney stones, utilising either x-ray or ultrasound guidance.

The post holder will also be responsible for managing the lithotripsy unit for the provision of a high-quality, efficient and patient-centred service, coordinating with key stakeholders across multi-disciplinary teams and the Urology department to manage patient pathways and deliver continuous improvement

The post-holder will undertake clinical work within established quality standards of practice for imaging and urology (including NICE, BAUS, RCR, SoR and BMUS) and ionising radiation safety legislation (including IR(ME)R and IRR17).

They will maintain a high professional and technical standard of ultrasound and fluoroscopy imaging, including reviewing images, consenting and performing lithotripsy treatment for those patients diagnosed with stone disease and be responsible for managing and upholding a safe and effective lithotripsy service.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

• To work collaboratively with other operational and clinical senior managers within the Urology team and beyond, to develop, support and deliver operational and strategic objectives.
• To work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, liaising with those involved to ensure the appropriate imaging, ESWL treatment, reporting and management of the patient is provided when and where necessary.
• Provide regular feedback to the Lead Lithotripsy Urology Consultant Lead and support clinical audits for this service. To provide leadership, supervision and specialist advice and expertise across the multi-disciplinary team.
• To ensure all aspects of clinical governance relating to their practice are delivered and monitored including being responsible for assurances of clinical competence, shared learning and leading regular peer review audits, ensuring effective plans are in place for any training needs identified.
• To actively develop the service in conjunction with national and local NHS guidelines and directives and ensure that staff promote patient advocacy and communicate effectively with other health care professionals.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oBSc Hons or equivalent in diagnostic radiography. oHCPC Registered. oPostgraduate qualification in relevant field and Master’s qualification in relevant field or equivalent significant experience

Desirable

• oExperience in management or supervision in the health service. oRadiation Protection Supervisor certification oPostgraduate CASE accredited qualification in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• oExtensive and wide-ranging NHS experience in diagnostic radiography across a range of modalities. oExtensive post registration experience with shockwave lithotripsy and relevant clinical pathways oEvidence of team leadership or supervisory role in current position with involvement in HR and recruitment processes. oExperience as a member and facilitator of multidisciplinary teams. oExperience of developing and implementing audit and surveys for evaluation purposes.? oTraining / mentoring experience.? oExperience of co-ordinating staff and processes to optimise service provision. oExperience of urological imaging oPractical experience in teaching patients and staff.

Desirable

• oExperience in diagnostic ultrasound practice. oAbility to contribute to ultrasound service delivery within scope of practice. oWillingness to undertake ultrasound training to support future service requirements oExperience in post graduate teaching, provision of formal lectures. oParticipation in an NHS leadership programme oQuality improvement knowledge and experience.?Previous involvement at senior level of workforce and process re-design. oMentorship / coaching qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• oKnowledge and understanding of Lithotripsy procedures and associated clinical pathways. oKnowledge of current policies and legislation affecting service delivery. oEvidence of relevant continuing professional development. oExperience of service user involvement.? oExtensive knowledge of multi-vendor Imaging equipment.? oA good understanding of and adherence to clinical governance and risk management. oKnowledge of Windows, and Office computer software PowerPoint, Excel.

Desirable

• oUnderstanding of budgetary constraints and financial management

Skills

Essential

• oWell-developed clinical skills, ability to work with clinical accuracy and attention to detail. oPhysical skills to enable accurate manipulation of clinical radiography systems to produce high-quality diagnostic images and reports. oAbility to operate lithotripter machine to accurately provide treatment. oProven analytical and process skills. oExcellent leadership and team building ability.? oExcellent communication and people skills with the ability to empathise, engage, motivate and influence at all levels.? oAbility to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information daily in a compassionate and empathetic manner. oExcellent problem-solving skills.? oExcellent organisational abilities. Ability to work under pressure and deliver deadlines. ? oExperience of windows-based computer systems. oAbility to identify areas for change and prioritise as appropriate to meet deadlines.? oExcellent understanding of customer focussed practice, customer needs and expectations. oAbility to deal with conflict, able to confidently reassure both patients and staff.? oTime management skills.? oCore Management Skills.? oRecruitment and selection training.? oAppraisal Training.? oAbility to present to large groups

Desirable

• oExperience in facilitation oProven ability in negotiation skills oGood organisational and oral presentation skills. oExperience in writing business cases and departmental policies and procedures oAbility to collaborate constructively with internal and external partners.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• oEvidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. oFor posts with managerial responsibility only Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)

Closing Date: 8 November 2026