Diagnostic Radiographer Job Description

The diagnostic service exists to provide support to the clinicians in charge of the medical care and treatment of patients within the Trust. It aims to do this speedily and where necessary to provide interpretation and advice on results.

The diagnostic Imaging department forms part of the clinical services division and supports the teaching functions and its commitments to the research and development of new treatment modalities.

• To administer intravenous contrast via a pressure injector.
• To give advice on aftercare following interventional procedures and bruising/ extravasations post intravenous contrast injection
• To accurately record/retrieve data on patients allergy status with particular reference to intravenous contrast
• To operate image data archives and to, record, store, retrieve and transmit image data with particular reference to digital data generated by digital mammography, and cross-sectional imaging

• To accurately calculate scan delay times and pump injector volume/speed for cross-sectional imaging.

• To be familiar with the use of computer keyboards and VDUs which are used in all imaging modalities within the department.
• To ensure validity of general x-ray imaging requests.
• To accurately position and manoeuvre patients.

• To be familiar with the appropriate use of manual handling aids, hoists, slide sheets and pat slides to comply with the Trust’s Manual Handling Policy
• To be able to work unsupervised within clinical/ legal guidelines.
• Liaise with Radiologist/Clinician where imaging reveals pathology where urgent medical attention is required.
• To ensure security in the work environment.
• To perform standard equipment Quality Assurance (QA), record results and alert the Superintendent III radiographer/medical physics as required.
• To ensure that all drugs required for use within the radiology department are checked for stock and expiry date.

Professional-Diagnostic Radiographer Job Description

• To maintain high standards of care through good clinical practice.
• To maintain patient dignity and privacy and confidentiality
• To assess specific communication needs of patients of all ages and anticipate communication difficulties where necessary implementing alternative methods to ensure patient safety is maintained.
• To attend annual mandatory training and updates organised by the trust.
• To ensure safe use of imaging equipment
• To maintain equipment in accordance with manufacturers guidelines
• To participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities
• To comply with trust policies
• To be familiar with health and safety guidelines related to imaging
• To report any untoward incidents to the appropriate party.
• To ensure appropriate infection control measures are implemented. Particular reference is made to personal protection and management of equipment and linen where contamination from bodily fluids has occurred.

Clerical-Diagnostic Radiographer Job Description
• To receive, welcome and instruct patients attending for investigations.
• To act as point of contact for users of the diagnostic imaging service dealing with colleagues, patients, carers and relatives in a helpful, reassuring and friendly manner.
• Ensuring previous imaging available for comparison
• To carry out all duties required of clerical staff when working single handed to book patients in/out of the department and maintain patient records.
• To carry out clerical duties as and when required

Research
• To contribute and participate in departmental audit
• To provide imaging for drug trials and other clinical studies.
• To adhere to trial protocols.
• To participate in and contribute data to departmental surveys

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications BSc Radiography or D.C.R.(R). ,
HPC. REGISTERED

Education
State registration
DCR/BSc in Radiography
Experience of cross-sectional imaging
Post-graduate experience
Mammography experience

Experience
Ability to undertake all general radiography

Knowledge and Awareness
Knowledge of radiation safety regulations and relevant protocols

Skills and Abilities
Evidence of a high standard of radiography
Ability to receive and communicate information verbally and in writing
Personal Attributes Good team membership skills
Ability to act diplomatically in sensitive situations involving patients or staff
Punctuality
Evidence of commitment and motivation
Respected member of an existing team
Ability to work closely with student radiographers.
Professional in appearance and conduct