Job Description
CT Clinical Specialist Radiographer Location: Aut Even Hospital Job type: Permanent Overview of role: To support in the operational management of the CT service working closely with and under the direct guidance of the Radiology Services Manager. To provide a quality radiology service to all patients attending Aut Even, in line with professional best practice and hospital guidelines, policies and procedures Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Sharing their in-depth knowledge obtained from experience and post graduate training in all aspects of CT radiology department. Understanding, implementation and supporting in the documentation to manage legislation related to the use of ionising radiation in CT (SI 30 2019 & SI 256 2018)) To continually develop the CT service. To oversee the training, development and maintaining of competence for the CT team. To liaise closely with the RSM, CSRs and Radiologists at Aut Even to develop and maintain an efficient cross site service for stakeholders. To support in the facilitation of optimisation of patient pathways in conjunction with the Radiology Management team. To actively participate in all clinical components of the roster To consistently demonstrate leadership skills in line with the Hospital Values To support and deputise for the RSM as required To participate in all aspects of the CT service. To demonstrate expertise and specialist knowledge of technique and processes involved in the production of consistent high-quality imaging. To support in the development and embedding into practice protocols and guidelines ensuring consistency in service provision. To support in the management and development of the Radiology department to provide a quality service by utilising resources in an efficient and safe manner. To demonstrate skills obtained via management qualifications or be willing to undertake training in post to be able to achieve this. To manage the day-to-day provision of the CT service. To be able to constantly adapt staffing and service provision to the demands of the workload at short notice. To develop and promote the Radiology department focusing on quality of service and optimising patient pathway within the service provision available. To supervise and train Radiographers in all required aspects of CT scanning. To be responsible facilitating safe working practices in line with SI 30 / IRR19. To act as liaison between the Clinical Leads and clinical teams to improve image quality. To actively participate and support team development in optimisation and development of quality. To act as facilitator in order to disseminate knowledge within the clinical team in in regard to image quality and changing/ developing practice. To manage resources efficiently. To be accountable to the RSM for the direct delivery of the CT service. To have in depth knowledge and support in the correct implementation of hospital and Radiology department policies and procedures. To maintain records to: ensure safe operation of equipment record staff training and competence assist budgetary control in the management of staffing rosters, bank staff usage and overtime allocation record activity To maintain the equipment performance and take relevant corrective action if faults are noted. To assist in the recruitment of new staff for the cross-sectional team. To respond to verbal complaints from patients or carers. To participate in departmental audits. To liaise with clinical teams to ensure effective communication and multi-disciplinary working. To actively contribute to the overall business plan for the Radiology department - identifying staff and resource requirements and forward planning to meet these. To actively participate in the governance requirements and assurance for the CT team including risk management, incident investigation and documentation. To actively support in the consistent implementation of Human Resources Policies. Maintaining personal Continued Professional development and Code of Conduct in line with the CORU requirements. Regularly liaise with the RPO and Medical Physics on safety issues and other operational issues as appropriate Effectively communicate with the Radiography Services Manager and advice on significant changes in referral patterns, clinical workload, waiting times etc. Effectively communicate with all members of the radiography staff in assisting the department to achieve KPI targets and developments. Undertake and participate in team building and training of Radiography Staff. To notify the Radiography Services Manager of any leave in accordance with hospital policy To maintain an environment conducive to learning and development. EDUCATION, TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT Identify and act on training needs and set up appropriate in-service training programmes in consultation with management and the Clinical Specialist Radiographers. Keep abreast of on-going Hospital training and developments. Maintain up to date knowledge of clinical, technical and radiological developments in relation to radiography practice having regard to changes in statutory and voluntary services. Report back to staff any changes in best practice following attendance to study days. Take responsibility for own learning and development needs and actively contribute to the learning and development of the multidisciplinary team. Provide education and information to patient or family as required. Accreditation Will familiarise themselves with policies, procedures and guidelines directly related to their clinical care and area. Assist in the review of policies, procedures and Guidelines under the direction of the chapter lead/department manager. Lean Lead, facilitate and participate in lean projects with all disciplines and departments of the hospital Support and participate with others to problem solve and continuously improve through the use of the lean tools and techniques Attend/participate on-site training as required Quality &Safety - Safe Culture Quality and safety are rooted in the daily work of all individuals at Aut Even Hospital. As an employee you are required to actively participate throughout your working day in the pursuit of excellence. You are required to work in conjunction with your line manager in the planning, monitoring, analyzing and improvement of all quality programs. Participate in the development of performance indicators in conjunction with your department manager and the business objectives. Initiates, participates in and evaluates audit according to JCI, Hospital policy and Lean requirements under the guidance and supported by an audit lead. Health and Safety Aut Even employees are required to ensure that they take reasonable care to protect their own safety, health and welfare and that of any other person who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Employees must co-operate with Aut Even Hospital to ensure safety, health and welfare at work and report anything potentially dangerous at work of which they become aware. Staff are expected to abide by guidelines/policies and all Incidents and near misses. All employees are required to attend an education sessions on Fire, Health & safety on an annual basis. Personnel Follow uniform policy reference General Through the course of the working day or week there maybe a requirement to work in other areas of the hospital in line with patient requirements as requested by your line manager/deputy or nurse management. Staff must produce satisfactory documentary evidence of all training and experience claimed by them, if required to do so by the organisation. To respect Mission Statement of the Hospital. The rate and pace of change in the health services is such that the post-holder will be required to update their knowledge and skills to fit the changing requirements of the service. Therefore, this job description is an outline of the current broad areas of responsibility and accountability and should not be regarded as a comprehensive listing. It will be reviewed and updated in line with future needs. Confidentiality In the course of your employment you may have access to or hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of patients and / or staff. Such records and information are strictly confidential, unless acting on the instructions of an authorised officer, on no account must information concerning staff or patients be divulged or discussed except in the performance of normal duty. In addition records must never be left in such a manner that unauthorised persons can obtain access to them and must be kept in safe custody when no longer required. Qualifications & Experience: A Qualification recognised by the Department of Health & Children, (a) Bachelor of Science (Honours) Diagnostic Radiography. Or (b) A Diploma from a College of Radiographers. A recognised qualification at least equivalent to (a) or (b) CORU validation Up to date and maintained relevant CPD portfolio Post graduate qualification A minimum of at least 6 years post qualification experience Experience in the clinical area and the Acute Hospital setting is essential Cross sectional imaging experience Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues. Compensation - Competitive pay for the work employees do - base pay, performance related pay and premium pay where applicable. Benefits - Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66. Performance and Recognition - Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme. Work-Life Balance - Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments. Development and Career Opportunities - Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement. About UPMC A $26 billion healthcare provider and insurer, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based UPMC is inventing new models of patient-centred, cost-effective, accountable care. Working in close collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shares its clinical, managerial and technological skills worldwide through its innovation and commercialisation arm, UPMC Enterprises, and through UPMC International. Providing high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006, UPMC's operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations at UPMC Whitfield and in Cork, the UPMC Sports Medicine Clinic at SETU Arena, Waterford, TUS Moylish Campus, Limerick, TUS Thurles Campus, Tipperary, and the UPMC Concussion Network. The UPMC Institute for Health is located in Mayo and the Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny. UPMC is the Official Healthcare Partner of the GAA and GPA. Skills: Radiographer CT Clinical Specialist CORU