Radiographer (XR06)

Job description

Job responsibilities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Qualifications

BSc ((or equivalent) in Diagnostic Radiography

or Diploma of the College of Radiographers (Diagnostic)

State Registration (HPC)

Knowledge and Experience

Minimum of 24months postgraduate experience, working as a radiographer(this may be reduced for an exceptional candidate)

Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of a wide range of general and specialised radiography.

Knowledge and insight of current trends in radiographic practice and wider NHS issues.

Attainment of postgraduate competence as outlined in LTHT Radiography Competency Framework or equivalent competency based link grade agreement

Training

Commitment to undergo all training requirements of the post.

Attendance at professional lectures, study days & workshops

Evidence of on-going CPD, in relation to HPC requirements.

Expand upon core knowledge using Evidence Based Practice(EBP)

Personal

Effective interpersonal & communication skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Professional and patient focused

Occupational Health Clearance

Motivated Team-worker

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:

Working to the professional guidelines for clinical practice as defined in the Statement of Professional Conduct (2002) by the Society of Radiographers;

To provide a high quality patient focussed service in line with Trust values.

Commitment to the development of radiography services within the clinical setting

Commitment to own personal development

To maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

CORE BEHAVIOURS AND SKILLS

To be aware of and comply with all standards of conduct, dress codes and patients care that relates to radiography and act within the approved guidelines of the Trust.

To act professionally and as representatives to the radiology department and their profession.

To value team working by effective communication.

Establish and maintain a professional interest in teaching and learning using a variety of recourses and media

To be aware of and participate in research

CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING

Radiographers will have achieved the range of clinical, professional and personal competencies according to the LTHT senior II Radiographer Competency Framework or the equivalent competency based link grade agreement.

Demonstrate and expand effective leadership skills.

Assess, plan, implement and evaluate the specialised clinical examination in order to produce high quality images.

Have an understanding of the organisational structure and working practices of this specialist area

To have a working knowledge of the professional standards set out by the College and Society of Radiographers, Health Professions Council and other National Standards e.g. National Service Frameworks.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Clinical Responsibilities

To assess clinical authorisation of radiology referrals in line with the National Regulations, Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (IR(ME)R), 2000 and local protocols.

Act in the role of an Operator and Practitioner*, within own scope of practice, by clinically justifying imaging requests from the clinical information provided referring to the work areas Protocols & Technique Guidelines as a reference if necessary. *as defined in IRMER 2000

To work without supervision, taking legal responsibility and accountability for all aspects of your own work.

To liaise with referral source where clarification is required regarding selection of the most clinically appropriate imaging examination.

To act as a point of advice for imaging referrers.

To act as a point of reference for patient enquiries regarding their referral, for all issues relating to hospital attendance for example; radiation protection issues, Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS), Interpretation services and freedom of information services.

To act as a patient advocate in radiation protection issues.

To ensure patients have given informed consent prior to radiographic examinations and have the knowledge to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.

Applying a high level of manual dexterity in acquiring accurate, high quality diagnostic images, whilst accommodating a full range of patient presentations and adapting standard technique when necessary.

To undertake the comprehensive assessment and appropriate examination of patients including those who present with multiple pathologies/conditions. These patients require the use of advanced investigative and analytical skills to select and utilise the most appropriate approach to their imaging.

The ability to work in a stressful environment imparting contentious/difficult information on a daily basis.

The ability to deal effectively with emotional and/or aggressive patients and/or carers on a daily basis. This will necessitate the use of effective communication skills e.g. to motivate and reassure

To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients about their treatment and examination. This will include patients who have difficulties in understanding or communicating

Liaise with relevant teams on aspects of patient safety, for example, child protection team.

To operate advanced software on specialist Radiological equipment, requiring excellent hand-eye co-ordination and manual dexterity.

To review images and ensure that additional images are undertaken where appropriate, prior to patient departure from the department.

Demonstrate reflective practice based on knowledge and skills so as to formulate and deliver diagnostic imaging based on sound knowledge of evidence based practice and imaging options using clinical assessment, reasoning and skills and knowledge of other techniques.

To ensure that images are presented for reporting purposes in a timely and accurate manner.

Identify and act upon any abnormalities detected and those brought to you for advice, using the appropriate system of work.

To participate in the delivery of an out of hours service.

To ensure appropriate infection control measures are implemented and utilised where necessary. Paying particular attention to personal protection as well as the management of equipment and linens contaminated by bodily fluids and where necessary seek professional advice.

To represent the radiography service at multi-disciplinary team meetings to ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated multi-disciplinary service and diagnostic service.

To be responsible for a high standard of care, comfort and clinical well-being of the patient, during their examination in the x-ray department. This will involve on occasion delivering some elements normally undertaken by nursing colleagues.

Operational Responsibilities

To liaise with other clinical and non-clinical departments within the hospital and various external sources in order to provide a quality service to patients and clinicians.

To effectively liaise with all disciplines of staff within and without the x-ray department, giving support when necessary.

To show initiative in being able to provide solutions to service delivery problems, in unforeseen circumstances, using the available resources effectively to promote smooth delivery of service/patient care.

To provide guidance to external users regarding the deployment of radiographic resources e.g. Theatre usage.

To participate in the safe transfer of patients and equipment within the department and hospital, using manual handling guidelines and risk assessments.

To communicate negotiated changes to staff rosters to appropriate staff.

To organise personal and departmental workload in line with clinical priorities.

To show initiative, adapt and quickly respond to changes in service, patient or departmental need.

To report deficits in the data integrity of the IT systems in use in Radiology & the Trust

To contribute to regular departmental meetings.

Dissemination of information to others.

To reflect on areas of work and communicate areas of deficit or potential advancement.

To report clinical, non-clinical and radiation incidents in line with Trust and departmental risk management policies.

To assist in the training and promotion of accurate patient and examination data into a PACS and RIS and implement back up measures in times of system failure.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (or equivalent) in Diagnostic Radiography or Diploma of the College of Radiographers (Diagnostic) State Registration (HCPC)

Desirable

• Post graduate diploma/certificate in mammography

Skills & Behaviours

Essential

• Effective interpersonal skills & communication skills, with both staff and patients. This is of great importance when expanding the patients' history with the use of focused questioning through discus
• To be aware of and comply with all standards of conduct, dress codes and patients care that relates to radiography and act within the approved guidelines of the Trust.
• Maintenance of a safe working environment, following trust and national policies and procedures, and involvement in audit and quality assurance programmes
• Motivated team worker with ability to delegate tasks to junior staff and radiography helpers/assistants, thus demonstrating leadership qualities and responsibilities.
• High level of manual dexterity required for operating expensive and sophisticated x-ray equipment for image interpretation and manipulation, as well as equipment movement Advanced computer skills esse
• Punctuality

Desirable

• Element of delegation to junior staff, enabling the effective running of the radiology department
• Commitment for career progression
• Some managerial skills

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years post graduate experience, working as a radiographer (this may be reduced for an exceptional candidate)
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of a wide range of general and specialised radiography e.g. through academic study at post graduate study or equivalent.
• Knowledge and insight of current trends in radiographic practice and wider NHS issues. Attainment of postgraduate competence as outlined in LTHT Radiography Competency Framework or equivalent.

practical skills or Additional Requirements

Essential

• Commitment to undergo all training requirements of the post.
• Evidence of ongoing CPD, in relation to HCPC requirements
• Expand upon core knowledge using Evidence Based Practice(EBP)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Employer's website

https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)