Job responsibilities
To
participate in the Sections work in the field of diagnostic radiology by:
Carrying out physics quality
assurance and radiation safety tests on a range of non-ionising radiation
equipment including diagnostic and therapeutic ultrasound (US), artificial
optical radiation sources (AOR), ultraviolet phototherapy cabinets (UV) and
MRI scanners and preparing reports on the results.
Initiating, performing, analysing
and reporting upon surveys of patient doses from UV phototherapy equipment.
Assisting in the development of the
Sections quality system.
Organisation of the QA programme
for the non-ionising radiation equipment
Assist in the optimisation of
non-ionising radiation equipment and techniques under the supervision of the
Trusts Laser Protection Adviser (LPA) and Magnetic Resonance Safety Expert
(MRSE)
Undertake and assist in the
assessment of facilities in which
non-ionising radiation sources are used (i.e. MR/Lasers)
Perform environmental survey
measurements and commissioning and acceptance testing on non-ionising
equipment under the guidance of the Trusts Laser Protection Adviser and
Magnetic Resonance Safety Expert.
Investigating problems related to
quality assurance in non-ionising equipment including Radiographers QA
tests,
Assist in the investigation and
analysis of accidental and unintended incidents involving non-ionising
radiation exposure with support from the Trusts LPA and MRSE.
Ability to identify and initiate
research and innovation projects in radiological physics and radiation
protection under the guidance of the Trusts LPAs and MRSEs.
Participates in the Sections
Teaching and Training programme
Specialist knowledge of non-ionising quality assurance techniques and associated
standards across a wide range of x-ray equipment including US, AOR, UV and MR
systems
Specialist knowledge of the hazards
associated with non-ionising radiation in diagnostic radiology and effective
means of protection for patients and staff
In-depth knowledge of the
adaptation and manipulation of database packages, spread sheets, word
processing packages and more specialised IT packages used within the quality
assurance field.
Understanding of anatomy and
physiology in order to communicate effectively with clinical staff.
Understanding of the need to
optimise the use of non-ionising radiation and techniques for doing so in
diagnostic radiology
Knowledge of new clinical
techniques in diagnostic radiology and the effect on customers needs.
Appreciates biohazards when testing
equipment in the clinical setting.
Appreciates of radiation,
mechanical and electrical hazards when testing equipment in the clinical
setting.
THE
LEEDS WAY VALUES
Our
values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this
as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our
staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:
Patient-centred
Collaborative
Fair
Accountable
Empowered
All
our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values
Additionally,
the following are core values which relate specifically to this post:
To operate and adhere to the
Departmental policies, protocols and local rules.
To be aware of the requirement for
timeliness, safety, reliability and quality in all work carried out and
ensure that a high standard is maintained.
To collaborate fully with other
members of the Radiological Physics, Medical Physics and Radiology staff
To respect patient confidentiality
and manufacturer confidentiality within day to day work.
To maintain a high standard in the
quality of the work undertaken.
WEST
YORKSHIRE ASSOCIATION OF ACUTE TRUSTS (WYAAT)
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is part of the West Yorkshire Association of
Acute Trusts (WYAAT), a collaborative of the NHS hospital trusts from across
West Yorkshire and Harrogate working together to provide the best possible
care for our patients.
By
bringing together the wide range of skills and expertise across West
Yorkshire and Harrogate we are working differently, innovating and driving
forward change to deliver the highest quality care. By working for Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS
Trust this is your opportunity to be a part of that change.
WYAAT
is the acute sector arm of the West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care
Partnership, one of the largest integrated care systems in the country. The
Partnerships ambition is for everyone to have the best possible health and
wellbeing, and the work of WYAAT, and each individual trust, supports that
ambition.
INFECTION
CONTROL
The
jobholder must comply at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS
Trust Infection Control policies, in particular by practising Universal
Infection Control Precautions. Hand hygiene must be performed before and
after contact with patients and their environment.
HEALTH
AND SAFETY / RISK MANAGEMENT
All
staff are responsible for working with their colleagues to maintain and
improve the quality of services provided to our patients and other service
users. This includes complying at all
times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Policies, including Health
and Safety policies, in particular by following agreed security and safer
working procedures, and reporting incidents using the Trust Incident
Reporting system
EQUALITY
AND DIVERSITY
The
jobholder must comply with all policies and procedures designed to ensure
equality of employment and that services are delivered in ways that meet the
individual needs of patients and their families. No person whether they are staff, patient
or visitor should receive less favourable treatment because of their gender,
ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion etc.
TRAINING
AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The
jobholder must take responsibility in agreement with his/her line manager for
his/her own personal development by ensuring that Continuous Professional
Development remains a priority. The
jobholder will undertake all mandatory training required for the role.
COMMUNICATION
& WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Excellent communication skills.
Able to discuss complex equipment faults and technical issues with equipment
manufacturers and suppliers and convey technical information to clinical
staff.
Develops effective working
relationships with clinical staff and is able to negotiate and persuades
clinical staff to release equipment for assessment.
Provides training and instruction
to clinical users.
Discusses quality assurance needs
with clinical staff both within the Trust and within community and private
healthcare.
Discusses future equipment needs
with clinical staff both within the Trust and external customers.
Presents scientific papers to large
groups at local and national meetings
SPECIAL
WORKING CONDITIONS
PHYSICAL
EFFORT:
Expected to lift heavy specialist
test equipment (up to 10kg carried 2/3 times per week) between sites and
assemble this equipment on sophisticated expensive imaging equipment.
Long periods of standing (2/3
hours) when testing imaging equipment
Uses display screen equipment daily
and for extended periods, for about 3 hours per day.
Manual dexterity, accurate hand eye
co-ordination and use of precision equipment in such a way as to get a
reproducible accurate result.
MENTAL
EFFORT:
Ability to concentrate for extended
periods (2/3 hours) while making QA measurements
Ability to make decisions on the
safety of non-ionising equipment quickly and while under pressure to return
the equipment to clinical use
EMOTIONAL
EFFORT:
Ability to deal with occasional
distressing circumstances
WORKING
CONDITIONS:
Works on non-ionising equipment
making decisions regarding its safety and performance, often under pressure
to return clinical equipment to use quickly.
Travels to other Trust sites and to
other health care providers such as private hospitals, health centres and G.P
surgeries.
Works on powered electronic
systems.
Potential exposure to ionising
radiation, biological hazards (blood), electrical and mechanical hazards.
