Radiographer

Assess patients and interpret clinical requirements to determine the appropriate radiographic techniques.

Executes a range of radiographic examinations on patients to produce high quality images.

Observes and maintains contact with patients during their examination and post-examination stay in the department

Assists in more complex radiological examinations under the supervision of a Radiologist and Chief Radiographer.

Works effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team to ensure that high standard of service is provided to patients, for example by sharing specialist knowledge and expertise.

Demonstrates initiative to prioritize, deliver and time-manage workload effectively and, when appropriate, assist senior staff to plan efficient control of work flow patterns within the department.

Communicates with patients and others in a clear, respectful and appropriate way.

Positions patients safely for examinations and, if necessary, adapt standard techniques depending on medical conditions associated with disability, illness or trauma.

Records imaging identification and patient documentation swiftly and accurately and adheres to protocols ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act and patient confidentiality.

Acquires new techniques and technologies as required by professional bodies and participating in annual performance appraisal programs.

Supervising assistant practitioners, and other staff, and delivers appropriate training.

• Assess patients and interpret clinical requirements to determine the appropriate radiographic techniques.
• Executes a range of radiographic examinations on patients to produce high-quality images.
• Observes and maintains contact with patients during their examination and post-examination stay in the department
• Assists in more complex radiological examinations under the supervision of a Radiologist and Chief Radiographer.
• Works effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team to ensure that high standard of service is provided to patients, for example by sharing specialist knowledge and expertise.
• Demonstrates initiative to prioritize, deliver and time-manage workload effectively and, when appropriate, assist senior staff to plan efficient control of work flow patterns within the department.
• Communicates with patients and others in a clear, respectful and appropriate way.
• Positions patients safely for examinations and, if necessary, adapt standard techniques depending on medical conditions associated with disability, illness or trauma.
• Records imaging identification and patient documentation swiftly and accurately and adheres to protocols ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act and patient confidentiality.
• Acquires new techniques and technologies as required by professional bodies and participating in annual performance appraisal programs.
• Supervising assistant practitioners, and other staff, and delivers appropriate training.

Key Skills

• • Diagnostic X-ray imaging.

• • Patient positioning.

• • Radiation protection.

• • Image quality assessment.

• • Anatomy and radiographic techniques.

• • PACS and RIS systems.

• • Infection control.

• • Patient care and communication.

• • Valid DOH Radiographer License or eligibility.

  • Bachelor's degree or diploma in Radiologic Technology / Medical Imaging.