- To be responsible for the operational delivery of a high quality, safe and efficient X-ray service.
- To provide supervision and training for Assistant Practitioners, Radiographic helpers, and Student Radiographers.
- To consistently demonstrate Trust values and behaviours.
- BSc Hons degree; FHEQ level 6/SCQF level 10
- BSc Hons degree apprenticeship; FHEQ level 6/SCQF level 10
- MSc (pre-registration); FHEQ level 7/SCQF level 11
- Understanding of biological effects of radiations for use in clinical decision-making in the role.
- Exposure factors, diagnostic reference levels and dose reference levels, and their impact on image quality and effective dose.
- Human anatomy, pathology, physiology, and the biological effects of radiations for use in clinical decision-making in the role
- Previous experience of cardiac pacing
- Experience of developing own evidence-based practice.
- Broad understanding of approaches to communication
- Be able to differentiate between normal and abnormal anatomy.
- Ability to identify when to reflect on own practice.
- Understand the concept of professional and personal resilience
- Recognise the limitations of the employer's resource base and the wider profession or healthcare delivery system
- Proactively review practice to prevent discrimination
- Eager to continue own development through reflective practice.
- High standards including when under pressure.
- Allow for open & honest communication.
- Support teamwork
- quality improvement.
- Have an understanding of different personalities, cultures & religious beliefs.
- Caring and empathetic
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Description
Job summary
Main duties of the job
This post is suitable for newly qualified and experienced Radiographers.
Newly qualified Radiographers will complete a Trust preceptorship upon employment.
Please see job description for detailed information.
About us
As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.
We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.
We serve a catchment area of million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.
Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.
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Job descriptionJob responsibilities
CLINICAL
Performance of clinical radiographic duties as delegated by the lead radiographer for the modality.
To participate in multi-disciplinary team working.
To practice within the standards of the Health Professions Council.
To ensure effective communication with patients, carers and all health care professionals about all aspects of patient care. This will include where necessary communicating with sensitivity, tact, empathy, and reassurance.
The post holder must be able to remain calm and professional during extremely pressurised situations.
To maintain accurate documentation pertinent to the examination.
To assist in the training and supervision of radiographer helpers, assistant practitioners & students.
To maintain a close liaison with the senior radiographers to organise and supervise workflow in the area.
Competent knowledge of anatomy
Competent in Basic life support (BLS)
Assist in safe patient transfer.
The post holder will be required to support flexible working to maximise workload through the Radiology department.
Involvement in planning and prioritising patient lists and workload.
Post holder will act independently within appropriate clinical/professional guidelines and refer to their manager when necessary.
To ensure previous imaging is available and to ensure all images are discharged to the appropriate place post examination.
Ensure all patients are positively identified prior to examination.
Consistently adhere to local rules and support others to do the same.
Have a thorough knowledge of X-ray imaging and safety.
To use patient monitoring systems and know how to deal with emergency situations.
Authorise x-ray referrals in line with justified protocols.
Perform quality assurance (QA) tests on equipment as required.
MANAGERIAL/LEADERSHIP
To disseminate information from training sessions as required.
Participate in the staff development programme and educational activities.
To participate in departmental appraisal system.
Support the completion of actions identified by data quality reports & audits.
Responsible for ensuring equipment QA is performed according to protocol.
Management of referrals through the CRIS system
ORGANISATIONAL
Ensure professional and honest time management of shifts.
Responsible for monitoring own roster and having knowledge of upcoming shifts.
Responsible for agreeing cover for shifts which you cannot complete.
Ensure that time/owing is taken on a shift for the modality of which it was accrued.
Responsible for own management of annual leave planning.
PROFESSIONAL
To actively participate in the in-service training programme within the department.
To attend relevant training courses as identified and agreed with line manager during personal development review.
Maintenance of an up-to-date CPD portfolio.
Ensure radiation doses to every patient are as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) consistent with a diagnostic result.
To work to radiographic protocols and policies as required under the ionising regulations.
To record any unintended / accidental doses through LHCH incident reporting mechanism
Escalate potential risks to senior Radiographers immediately.
Be responsible for ensuring radiation protection safety including personal protective equipment and dosimetry monitoring for yourself.
QUALITY
To comply with the Health and Safety Policies of the Trust including attendance at mandatory training sessions as specified.
To comply with departmental and organisational policies and procedures including reporting of all accidents and incidents.
Monitor the condition of equipment within the Radiology area advising of any defects in equipment or systems thus providing an early warning for potential hazards.
To participate in clinical audit as appropriate.
To observe patient confidentiality at all times and to comply with the data protection act and Caldicott recommendations.
All employees of the Trust are required to carry out their duties with due regard to the fair access policy and respect the culture beliefs and customs held by clients and staff.
To actively participate in the Quality Assurance requirements for the Department.
Contribute to the development of the service, including participation in the modernisation agenda.
Be actively involved in stock control.
Person SpecificationQualifications
Essential
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
Desirable
Skills & Abilities
Essential
Desirable
Values & Behaviours
Essential
