Job summary

The post holder will be an experienced radiographer, able to assess and treat own workload of patients/clients and to ensure provision of the highest standards of patient care. Including the legal documentation on the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communications System (PACS) associated with each completed patient episode. They will be able to consult with senior staff as and when necessary, and will be accountable for their own professional actions. They will assess, manage and prioritise the caseload of the department, giving advice and guidance to patients and other health care professionals. The post holder will lead on the supervision and teaching of Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners and Student Radiographers as appropriate. The post holder will assist in the timely, efficient and cost effective management and operation of the plain film radiographic service, including theatres, mobiles and fluoroscopy. They will ensure the provision of the highest standards of patient care, and will be actively involved in daily operation of the Department, across all three south sites (PRUH, Orpington and Beckenham Beacon). This person will be working closely within a multidisciplinary team, deputising for the Modality Superintendent Radiographer in their absence.

Main duties of the job

Act as an Operator under the IR(ME)R Radiation Regulations and assess the clinical justification of referrals to ensure that the benefit to the patient outweighs the radiation risk associated with the examination. Act as patient and staff advocate, minimising their exposure to radiation. Provide timely, efficient and courteous provision of radiographic services to the agreed standards of the department taking account of the patient/clients clinical, physical and cultural needs. Monitor and adjust work priorities in conjunction with other professionals to take into account changing demands on the diagnostic services due to emergencies. Ensure that the Trust A&E Targets are met, particularly during out of hours duties. Accountable for own professional actions and work within codes of Practice and professional guidelines Apply in-depth knowledge of anatomy, pathology and equipment (scanners etc.) to determine appropriate imaging techniques for the individual patient condition. Responsible for the safe use and maintenance of complex, high capital cost specialist imaging equipment

About us

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, million patient contacts a year and around 15,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley.

Our values at King's, are that we're a kind, respectful team;

The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (EDI) at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team King's to another level.

King's is dedicated to embracing the broad diversity of our staff, patients and communities and stand firmly against all forms of prejudice and discrimination. This includes, but is not limited to, racism, ableism, homophobia, biphobia, transphobia, sexism, ageism, religious discrimination, and any other prejudiced behaviour that undermines the rights, wellbeing and identity of our staff, and patients.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Act as an Operator under the IR(ME)R Radiation Regulations and assess the clinical justification of referrals. Act as patient and staff advocate, minimising their exposure to radiation. Provide timely, efficient and courteous provision of radiographic services to the agreed standards of the department taking account of the patient/clients clinical, physical and cultural needs. Accountable for own professional actions and work within codes of Practice and professional guidelines Apply in-depth knowledge of anatomy, pathology and equipment (scanners etc.) to determine appropriate imaging techniques for the individual patient condition. Responsible for the safe use and maintenance of complex, high capital cost specialist imaging equipment Be responsible for ensuring the legal documentation on the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communications System (PACS) associated with each completed patient episode. Ensure timely provision of images to referrers. Participate in multiple site rotation as and when necessary. A commitment to weekend and Bank holiday shifts is warranted, this post will not require participation in overnight working. Ensure the safe transfer of patients and equipment, following manual handling guidelines and using risk assessment. Assist with changing and personal care of patients as necessary including immobile and disabled. Operate a wide range of radiological equipment requiring excellent hand- eye co-ordination. post processing of images. Operate Modality and PACS equipment within a VDU environment Physically position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with the patients needs. Receive and welcome patients and staff to the relevant Radiology reception areas and deal with any enquiries in a kind and courteous manner.

Communicate with the referrer any changes to referrals after assessing the clinical justification for an x-ray examination against IR(ME)R and local protocols.

Deal sensitively with patients or carers under emotional stress, including the terminally ill and bereaved.

Deal with potentially aggressive patients.

Communicates effectively on a daily basis with patients with communication difficulties and cognitive impairment.

Anticipate and interpret customers needs, defining the level of customer care required on an individual basis.

Communicate effectively with staff within and outside of the department to ensure the smooth operation of the service. Including liaison with ward staff. Give factual information to patients, including children, regarding examinations and understand the necessary preparations. Work with other Radiographers, Consultant Radiologists, Cardiologists and Health Care Professionals to assist them with diagnostic examinations and other procedures. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of patients, staff and visitors within the department. Ensure patients receive timely and accurate information about their examination, and ensure urgent findings are communicated in the appropriate way to referrers. Position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with the patients needs. Be competent in the utilisation of complex and specialised imaging equipment. Operate advanced software on specialised radiological equipment requiring in-depth anatomical, pathological and technical knowledge Be able to decide on additional views when required in line with Professional knowledge. Comply with the requirements of CNST.

Demonstrate problem-solving approach to issues arising at a local level, evaluating the need to refer problems to the line manager.

Be accountable for own professional actions, working within codes of Practice and Professional Guidelines, consulting senior staff as and when necessary.

Act as a source of knowledge to be consulted by other professionals.

Be responsible for ensuring the legal documentation on the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communications System (PACS) associated with each completed patient episode. Ensure timely provision of images to referrers.

Safely administer contrast media and other drugs in accordance with protocols as required.

Assist in the staff Development and Training of junior team members, promoting CPD.

Act both as role model and clinical expert to facilitate development of others through example and education.

Demonstrate, maintain and update skills and knowledge of evolving practice and legislative requirements.

Provide professional support to other radiographers

Actively lead in the training and development of Staff Grade Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners and Student Radiographers, assuming professional responsibility for their work.

Train Radiographers and Assistant Practitioners where appropriate in the utilisation of highly complex, high capital cost specialist imaging equipment Please see Job Description for further details Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BSc Radiography (or equivalent). Health Professions Council (HPC) Registration.

Desirable

Post graduate qualification in Musculoskeletal or Chest Reporting

Experience

Essential

Demonstration of competence in general, mobile, theatre and fluoroscopy equipment. Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team environment. Experience in supervision and training of less experienced radiographers, students and departmental staff. To be able to operate VDU equipment in both image acquisition and data management.

Skills

Essential

Be able to operate manual handling aids as provided by the department including patient slide boards, sheets, hoists and trolleys Flexible approach to working practice, evidence of responding to service needs.

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