Job responsibilities
2. JOB PURPOSE
Perform a
range of diagnostic radiographic procedures - general x-ray, theatres, fluoroscopy and Interventional
Radiology with rotation, and further training, in specialist areas such as
CT, MRI and Mammography - as required throughout the Hospital, contributing
to the delivery of an effective, efficient and responsive Imaging service.
Ensure
that all data inputs are recorded for patient record integrity, accounts and
statistical evaluation purposes.
Participate
in the safety and governance of the Department in areas including Risk
Management, Medicines Management, Health and Safety, research and audit
activities.
3.
ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE
4. ROLE OF
DEPARTMENT
To provide a comprehensive diagnostic Imaging
service to all customers.
To comply with IR(ME)R2018 and IRR2017.
To provide the highest standard of care to all
customers.
5.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST
Key Tasks
5.1 Professional
Assess
the clinical justification of Radiography referrals in line with both
national regulations, IR(ME)R2018, and local protocols and in liaison with
the consultant Radiologist.
Act
as an operator under IR(ME)R 2018
Act
as a point of advice for imaging referrers.
Act
as a point of advice for patient enquiries regarding their referral
Act
as a patient advocate in Radiation protection issues.
Assess
specific communication needs of individual patients
Acquire
diagnostic images and physically position the full range of patient
presentations accurately for examinations taking into account patient
limitations and adapting standard techniques where necessary.
Operate
advanced software on specialised Radiological equipment e.g. image
reformatting and dynamic imaging.
Participate
in the organisation, co-ordination and prioritisation of the flow of work
within the department, ensuring the delivery of an efficient and effective
diagnostic imaging service.
Ensure
that a high standard of patient care and high professional standards are
maintained throughout the Imaging department.
Contribute
to the development of departmental policies and procedures relating to
patient care and the delivery of a diagnostic imaging service.
Be
involved in the development and monitoring of standards of patient care and
service delivery
Participate
in a CPD programme for all staff.
Actively
participate in the quality assurance programmes.
Liaise
with referral source and Consultant Radiologist where clarification is
required regarding selection of the most clinically appropriate imaging
examination.
Review
images and in liaison with Radiologists ensure that supplementary imaging
procedures are considered prior to patient departure from the Department.
Undertake
IV cannulation for patients requiring the injection of contrast media
following the required training and assessment of competence.
Ensure
that images are presented for reporting purposes in a timely and accurate
manner.
Ensure
that urgent findings are communicated to the appropriate person and patients
are directed accordingly.
Undertake
other duties as and when required by the demands of the service.
5.2 Clinical:
Assess
clinical justification of Radiography referrals in line with both national
regulations and local protocols and in liaison with the consultant
Radiologist.
Ensure
patients have agreed to exposure to Ionising Radiation prior to the
examination
Maintain
a high level of expertise in the safe operation of X-Ray equipment and manage
faults effectively.
Be
familiar with the range of technical applications available on Imaging
Equipment.
Maintain
accurate patient records by input of accurate information to reflect the
service provided and meet professional standards
Ascertain
from the patient, patients guardian or the referrer, patients suitability
for receipt of intravenous contrast media.
Perform
intravenous cannulation and manual injection of contrast agent.
Administer
intravenous contrast media using a pressure injector.
Work
as part of a team to ensure effective communication and delivery of care.
Liaise
with other departments/wards within the hospital and various external sources
in order to provide a high quality service to patients and clinicians.
Assist
Consultant Radiologists and other practitioners during Image guided
procedures
Set
up and clear a basic sterile trolley for interventional procedures.
Ensure
appropriate infection control measures are utilised where necessary. Paying
particular attention to personal protection as well as the management of
equipment and linens.
Participate
in the delivery of an out of hours service, providing a stand/by and on call
service to patients requiring urgent imaging due to acute trauma or illness.
Offer
support, advice and motivation to work experience students and new starters.
Effectively
liaise with all disciplines of staff within the Imaging department giving
support and advice where necessary.
Participate
in the safe transfer of patients and equipment within the department and
Hospital, using manual handling guidelines and risk assessment.
Adapt
and quickly respond to changes in service, patients or departmental need.
Report
deficits in the data integrity of the Information systems in use in the
department.
Reflect
on systems of work and communicate areas of deficit or potential advancement.
Report
clinical, non-clinical and radiation incidents in line with Hospital and
Departmental Risk Management policies.
Enter
accurate patient and examination data onto PIMS and future systems for data
records and accounting requirements.
Promote
the work of the department and the hospital by contact with potential users
and by ensuring patient satisfaction.
Manage
and lead the day-to-day organisation of specific areas of the department when
required to do so by the lead general radiographer or the Imaging manager.
Trouble-shoot
equipment faults and make suitable provision for the service in the event of
equipment failure. Notify the relevant technical support of the fault and
arrange for timely repair work to be done. Ensure records surrounding such
events are maintained.
Demonstrate
a wide range of problem solving skills involving allocation of staff due to
absence and associated adequate service provision.
Perform
non-radiographic tasks intrinsic to the day to day running of the department,
for example:
making
appointments
answering
telephones and responding to enquiries
patient
registration and accounting tasks
chaperone
duties for ultrasound where required
5.3 Communication
Communicate
effectively with the patient accurately reflecting the nature of the
procedure and ensuring valid and informed consent has been obtained where
necessary according to departmental policies.
Communicate
effectively and empathetically with patients and their escorts prior to,
during and after an examination.
5.4 Educational:
Participate in mandatory training and actively
pursue Continuous Professional Development keeping an up to date personal
record.
Maintain knowledge of technological and technical
advances in methods of diagnostic Imaging in order to promote a culture of
continuous improvement within the department.
Develop knowledge and understanding within evidence
based framework and transfer to situations encountered in practice.
Provide expert advice and supervision to
radiographic assistants and new
radiographers
Participate in the training and development of new
radiographers, radiographic assistants and administration staff, acting as
mentor / supervisor when required
.
5.5
Managerial
Be able to exercise personal responsibility and make
decision in complex and unpredictable circumstances
Be actively involved in departmental Audit and
Quality Assurance to maintain effective Clinical Governance.
Delegate appropriate tasks and supervise Radiography
Department Assistants and administrative staff to achieve the desired quality
of patient care.
Comply and contribute to the implementation of
departmental and professional polices and procedures such as:
Health + Safety including risk assessment and COSHH
Radiation Protection Procedures
Ionisation Radiation (Medical Exposures) Regulations
2018
Quality Assurance Program
Clinical Effectiveness
5.6 Research and Practice Development:
Keep up
to date with research and clinical trials and participate in occasional
departmental clinical audit
