Job responsibilities
Provide a full range of clinical examinations performed within the departments, ensuring high standards of clinical practice are maintained and to be responsible for the quality of own work and that of Band 5 trainees and Student Radiographers under supervision where applicable.
Plan and undertake all duties required in the provision of the radiographic service within a specialised (modality) working environment.
Ensure that high quality images are produced on all ranges of patients, adapting techniques to accommodate the clinical, physical and mental needs of the patient and ensuring patient care at all times.
Registered with the Healthcare Professionals Council. Works within the HCPC professional code of conduct and standards of proficiency. Works within the policies, procedures and guidelines set by the Trust.
Adhere to departmental protocols
Practice in accordance with the current legislation governing the use of ionising radiation for medical and other purposes. Implementing Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposures) Regulations 2024 (IRMER).
Adhere to departmental safety guidelines ensuring patient and staff safety at all times. Perform pre-examination patient checks.
Able to diffuse potentially aggressive situations involving patients, relatives or carers effectively and to be aware of the sites of alarms and to utilise personal safety alarms if necessary.
Able to deal with verbal complaints efficiently and effectively completing all documentation.
Communicate effectively with patients in all age ranges and abilities to gain a positive identification as per IRMER 2024 and their co-operation in order to obtain high quality images.
Communicate effectively with all grades of staff and clinicians, both within and out with the department, to ensure an efficient service and compliance with IRMER 2024 Regulations.
Work with the modality Service/Team Leader to Manage/co-ordinate the day-to-day workload of the modality area with multidiscplinary team
Prioritise workflow to meet the needs of the patient; liaising effectively with other members of the team, wards, departments and clinical colleagues across the Trust.
Be responsible for the accurate completion of all records, including the appropriate section of all care pathways in which they are involved.
Utilise clinical skills to recognise and act upon emergency situations, i.e., cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, adverse reactions to contrast agents.
To participate in the cardiac intervention on call or extended hours service within specialist area.
Utilise IT skills to input data onto the Interventional radiology stock management system, the Radiology Information System, including patient and examination details, ensuring patient confidentiality. Utilise IT skills in the use of the Electronic Patient Record and the Hospital PACS System.
To undertake any other duties as requested by senior staff.
Professional Duties
Effective cleaning and disinfection of radiographic equipment and ancillary equipment in line with the Trusts Infection Control Policy and the IR(ME)R 2017 Regulations (prior to repair/services) and that all documentation is completed.
Work as part of a team but also autonomously, prioritising and managing own workload.
To undertake and record a range of relevant Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
To report all incidents, clinical/non clinical via the standard reporting mechanism.
(Escalate, where appropriate, to Service Leads with responsibility for Risk Management).
Maintain awareness of current trends in all professional matters in the field of practice.
Supervise, support and teach Student Radiographers on clinical placement and d mentor newly qualified Radiographers joining the Team.
Successful completion of a Cert or equivalent in the selected speciality and completion of in house training competencies.
Participate in the workplace induction process, ensuring all equipment training documentation is completed as required by IRR17
Attend all Mandatory Training days as stated by the Trust.
Advise staff from other departments/wards etc. on IRR17 and IR(ME)R 2017 Regulations.
Actively participate in service and self-development by attending study days/courses as appropriate.
Managerial Duties
No specific managerial duties, however the role involves working within the speciality including out of hours. Operational issues may arise whereby decisions may have to be taken in order to resolve problems in a timely manner in the absence of senior staff.
Financial Duties
Ensure all Trust resources are utilised in an appropriate manner & not wasted.
Managing Self
Identify, develop and agree own development plan with Line Manager using the Trust appraisal scheme
Participate in regular supervision.
Attend all mandatory training.
Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your own development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal.
Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols.
Carry out duties with due regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunity Policy.
Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary.
Maintain professional conduct including appearance at all times.
Ensure maintenance of Professional Registration.
Be aware of and comply with the Trust and Departmental systems of work and policies, i.e. Health & Safety, COSH, manual handling and incident reporting
This job description is an outline only and is not definitive or restrictive in any way. It will be regularly reviewed and may be amended in the light of changing circumstances following consultation with the post holder.
This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscription to the DBS Update Service in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974)
