Description
We are seeking a Fixed-Term Band 6 Diagnostic Radiographer to join our team at Whittington Hospital NHS Trust. The successful candidate will operate within a competency framework and participate in the 24/7 shift system, including days, nights, and weekends.
Main duties of the job
- Act independently in assessing referrals for X-Ray examinations, taking full responsibility for justifying general X-Ray examinations to reduce unnecessary ionizing radiation exposure.
- Supervise and assist fellow Radiographers as required.
- Maintain expertise in safely operating X-Ray equipment and managing faults effectively.
- Comply with and contribute to implementing departmental and professional policies and procedures.
Job responsibilities
- Manage the general x-ray area, ensuring workload is appropriately managed and lunch breaks can be taken.
- Ensure checks are done to prevent unsent images and incomplete exams.
- Familiarize yourself with the organizational structure and appraiser for career goal discussions.
- Contribute to policy/procedure changes and work as part of a team to deliver care.
- Obtain patient consent and cooperation for examinations.
- Prioritize workload based on patient condition and impact on management.
- Liaise with healthcare workers and referring clinicians to provide a high-quality imaging service.
- Provide advice to clinicians on diagnostic images.
- Act in accordance with Information Governance when handling patient data.
- Work independently on call and shift service for urgent imaging.
- Participate in the shift system and establish shift rotation.
- Exercise personal responsibility and make decisions in complex situations.
- Maintain moderate physical effort and utilize advanced hand/eye coordination and physical manipulation skills.
- Concentrate on imaging procedures without distraction, often monitoring several tasks simultaneously.
- Work with challenging patients or in emotionally challenging situations.
- Adapt imaging techniques for patients with injuries and illnesses.
- Undertake portable X-Ray examinations and ensure radiation protection.
- Participate in training and assessment of Student Radiographers and junior staff.
- Undertake IV cannulation for patients requiring contrast media.
Benefits
- Competitive salary: £47,951 to £56,863 per annum
- Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week
- Fixed-term contract for 12 months
Requirements
- BSc (Hons) in Radiography or equivalent
- HCPC Registration
- Evidence of relevant continuing professional development
- Experience of rotation through specialist areas
- Participation in quality assurance and clinical audit