Radiology Assistant Practitioner

Job description

Job responsibilities

MAIN DUTIES

GENERAL/CLINICAL

• To support the radiographic staff to deliver an efficient radiography service.

• If not qualified already to attend a 2 year Foundation Degree at University to gain Assistant Practitioner qualification.

• To carry out a wide range of agreed radiographic techniques with supervision from Radiographers and Radiologists.

• Adhere to departmental protocols and procedures including Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017 and Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017

• To ensure x-ray requests are justified by a Radiographer or Radiologist prior to any examination taking place.

• To ensure all images are checked by a Radiographer or Radiologist prior to the patient being discharged.

• Maintain a high standard of patient care at all times

• Ensure a high level of environmental quality is achieved by maintaining cleanliness

• To undertake a range of duties as agreed with the Department Manager/Clinical Leads and Interventional, X-Ray and Fluoroscopy Manager.

• Ensure safe moving and positioning of patients including the use of mechanical aids and bed appliances

• Assist patients with all aspects of personal hygiene

• Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations

• Maintain a confidential and professional approach when dealing with patients, relatives/carers and other health professionals

• To communicate effectively with radiographers, radiologists, ancillary staff and all medical and nursing teams

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness of equipment and accessories and keep examination rooms clean, tidy and supplied with disposable items.

• Undertake such clerical duties as necessary, including input of data onto the Radiology Information System (RIS).

• Participate in the training of work placement students, peers, apprentices and others as necessary.

• To undertake duties from Monday to Sunday, with compensatory time off in the week for weekend work. Must be available between 8am and 8pm, as determined by the service

• Participate as necessary in Quality Assurance and Clinical Audit programmes.

• Maintain and update knowledge and awareness as and when required.

• Participate in Continuing Professional Development.

• Ensure patient data is recorded accurately on appropriate databases

• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness in all areas at all times whilst complying with infection control policies

• Assist with administration duties when required

• Ensure all areas are adequately stocked with linen and medical supplies, liaising with the appropriate staff members regarding stock control

• Adopt a flexible approach to periods of work to meet the needs of the service

Any other duties:

Post holders are expected to work flexibly within their pay band. They should be expected to carry out activities for which they are competent. Alternatively they may carry out the additional duties if they are receiving support or training in order to obtain the recognised level of competence.

COMMUNICATION

• To work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide the highest standards of patient care

• Ensure the examination is acceptable to patients by communicating effectively and demonstrating sensitivity and consideration, ensuring that individuals are well prepared for the examinations they undergo, whilst gaining their willing co-operation.

• Provide the highest level of care and support to all users of the service, including relatives and carers

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

• Undertake appropriate, documented Continuing Professional Development and maintain accreditation with the Society of Radiographers

• Participate in mandatory and other relevant Trust training

• Participate in role extension, and attending courses, conferences or meetings as deemed necessary

• Undertake regular appraisals with the relevant senior member of staff

• Participate in clinical update training sessions as arranged by the department

• Maintain an awareness of current issues, views, research and policy changes in all professional and relevant health associated issues

ORGANISATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in the multidisciplinary collective aim of the department to continually improve the level of the service in line with departmental quality objectives

• To participate in service data collection, audit, analysis and research when required

• Ensure patient data is recorded accurately on appropriate databases

• Maintain an efficient workflow in all areas of the service at all times

• Support the introduction of new techniques and systems to the department

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Ensure accreditation with the Society of Radiographers is maintained.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Maths C or above/ grade 9-4 or Functional Skills Level 2
• GCSE English C or above/ grade 9-4 or Functional Skills Level 2
• NVQ Leavel 3 or equivalent

Desirable

• Qualified Assistant Practitioner

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work within a team.
• Ability to empathise with the patient's needs.
• Ability to work under pressure

Experience

Essential

• Health and Social Care Experience

Desirable

• NHS Experience

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Respected member of an existing team.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
• Ability to provide flexibility in work hours and work additional hours when required
• Approachable, self-motivated, polite, ambitious, enthusiastic diligent and helpful.
• Capacity to learn and willingness to study.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

ELHT

Blackburn

BB2 3HH

Employer's website

http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)