Radiographer

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST: Rotate around all general radiographic areas: in-patient, out-patient, dental, fluoroscopy, theatre, mobiles, A&E, and fracture clinic. Demonstrate the skill, knowledge, and understanding necessary to carry out and obtain appropriate diagnostic images. Understand the scientific principles that form the theoretical basis of radiography. Perform radiographic imaging examinations to a high standard at all times. Assist the Consultant Radiologists with specialised fluoroscopic procedures and ultrasound examinations as required. Be trained in cannulation, venepuncture, and the administration of contrast media. Adhere to standard operating procedures, departmental protocols, and local rules for the department. Make informed judgements on the justification for a radiographic examination. Clinically evaluate the outcome of certain radiographic examinations within the framework of an abnormality detection scheme (red dot). Be competent in undertaking the trauma call when working within the A&E emergency setting. Have a basic knowledge and understanding of a range of imaging methods (CT, MRI, ultrasound, and nuclear medicine). Ensure the service to the patient is polite, personal, and professional at all times. Have excellent communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal. Deal with distressed and upset patients in a positive and comforting manner. Liaise with consultants, nursing, clerical, and ward staff within the hospitals for the benefit of patient care. Evaluate and meet the needs of special client groups, including paediatrics, geriatrics, ethnic minorities, and clients with physical and learning disabilities. Adapt radiographic practice, communicate, and care for the special client group within the radiology department. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and ensure departmental policies and procedures are followed to prevent hospital-acquired infection. Report any equipment malfunction to the Superintendent Radiographer or radiographer in charge promptly. Be competent using the Radiology computer system and keep abreast of technological changes within the radiology department. Participate in the Extended Working Day rota and take part in the interventional on-call. Participate in staff development/training programmes including Quality Assurance and Individual Performance Review. Maintain a personal continuous professional development, training, and education portfolio. Maintain continued competency in emergency resuscitation, manual handling techniques, and fire regulations. Attend the appropriate training as required by the Trust. Participate in the Quality Assurance Programmes such as Health & Safety, COSHH, Radiation Protection, Equipment Maintenance, Risk Assessment, Clinical and Departmental audit, and Quality Improvements on x-ray equipment, fluoroscopic unit, and image intensifiers. In conjunction with the superintendent radiographers, ensure that General X-Ray, Fluoroscopy, and Theatre services meet relevant legal and statutory requirements in all aspects of operations. Support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties that reasonably fit within the broad scope of a job of this grade and type of work.

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