Being part of Temporary Staffing bank, offers a various way of working, with both ad hoc and longer full-time bookings available. You could work occasional shifts or days to suit your lifestyle. You can always depend on a steady supply of work and can choose when you want to work.
The work is fast paced, but with a fantastic team dynamic in place it is also a fun environment to be in.
We are proudly made up of a diverse workforce and highly specialised teams performing innovative clinical care.
Job Summary
To work within a team of radiographic and clerical staff within the Trust.
To provide a high standard of expertise and care, and lead areas of the department in the absence of the Modality Superintendent.
To provide an efficient diagnostic imaging service I that is patient focused in and out of normal working hours.
To foster the HEART Values of the Trust
Key responsibilities
Observe IRR18 & IRMER 2017
Maintain professional Standards
Provide A High Quality Technical Service
Clinical Practice
To maintain a high standard of radiography & seek advice from more senior staff when required.
Report any faults/incidents to the Lead Radiographer(s)/senior in charge.
To maintain a high standard of patient care.
Maintain a high standard of equipment care.
To work on a rota system. This rota includes mobile and theatre work and after Suitable experience there may be the opportunity for training through the specialised rooms.
The Trust provides a 24 hour cover and all newly appointment staff will be expected to participate in a standby and weekend rota.
Perform CT scanning and participate in the CT on call system after an appropriate training period.
Placing ‘red dot’ on casualty films with identified trauma/pathology
Administration of cannulas and I.V. contrast media after recognized training.
To act as the first point of contact for all queries pertaining to Radiology out of hours and to liaise with the 2nd on-call Radiographer when necessary.
All staff employed by the Trust are expected to embody our ‘HEART’ values throughout their employment. The values describe how we interact with each other and our patients and underpin everything we do and say to achieve our vision:
Honesty - open and honest in everything we do
Equality – we value all people equally and treat them fairly whilst recognising their individuality
Accountability – we will provide excellent care and ensure the safety and wellbeing of all patients
Respect – we treat everybody the way we would like to be treated
Teamwork – we work together to make improvements, delivering consistent, high quality, safe care.
Management of Resources/equipment
Participative in all aspects of quality assurance program within the Imaging department.
All equipment faults/incidents must be reported to the Lead Radiographer.
Replenishing of low levels of stock must be communicated to the appropriate member of staff within the department.
Alert senior members of staff to all radiation errors as per their responsibility under IRMER
Professional Responsibility
Be aware of clinical governance issues.
Carry out any other duties which may be delegated by the Service Manager / Deputy Imaging Manger or delegated seniors.
To observe the ionizing Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (2000).
To report any radiation incidents & making appropriate records
To ensure that all Hospital Safety Policies, Procedures and fire regulations are observed.
Education
Maintain own CPD folder
Participate in audit both clinical and non-clinical
To be responsible for own personal and professional development which is planned and communicated with their line manager.
Keep abreast of current trends by reading radiography journals and attending courses.
Help in induction of new staff to the department
Help in student training, assessment and mentoring after appropriate training
Pursue post-graduate training.
