CT Rotational / General Radiographer

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS Trust in the UK is looking for a proficient radiographer to join their team. The position involves performing radiographic examinations and maintaining high standards of radiographic technique. Responsibilities include supervising junior staff, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and participating in continuous education. The role is on-site and supports a patient-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic examinations in accordance with departmental protocols.
• Be competent in the use of all appropriate x-ray equipment.
• Maintain high standards of radiographic technique at all times.
• Participate in the shift, on-call and out of hours service.
• Perform QA checks on all equipment used within radiology.
• Report all equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Supervise junior radiographers, assistant practitioners, and students.

Job description

Overview

To be a proficient member of the radiographic team with responsibility for producing high quality images for radiological interpretation across the broad spectrum of client/patient groups. The post will rotate between CT and Plain film.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic examinations in accordance with departmental protocols.
• Be competent in the use of all appropriate x-ray equipment.
• Maintain high standards of radiographic technique at all times.
• Participate in the shift, on-call and out of hours service.
• Perform QA checks on all equipment used within radiology.
• Abide by radiographic protocols and by all Radiation Protection regulations.
• Report all equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Responsible for sending accurate image data to the Picture Archiving Communication System for storage, transmission, and archive.
• Supervise junior radiographers, assistant practitioners, and students.
• Justify radiographic examinations for Radiographic Assistant Practitioners.
• Ensure delivery of a patient focused service including care, comfort and dignity of all patients.
• Take an active role in the general cleanliness and professional image of the department.
• Responsible for assuring the safety of him/herself and others in accordance with Trust and departmental protocols e.g., COSHH, Radiation Protection.

Clinical & Professional Responsibilities

• Responsible for adhering to radiographic protocols and maintaining clinical and professional standards.
• Perform all aspects of clinical and technical procedures as per departmental policy.
• Perform intravenous injections as appropriate.
• Comply with Health & Safety legislation for Control of Radiation, VDU use, handling of patients, etc.
• Maintain Professional Registration and adhere to relevant Code of Practice of a Professional body.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Responsible for accurate data entry on the Radiology Information System.
• Ensure the accuracy of data quality in line with departmental policies (e.g., name, date of birth, address, postcode, GP and telephone number) are current and correct.

Teaching & Training Responsibilities

• Contribute to continuing education by attending courses and keeping abreast of current professional developments.
• Participate in department CPD programme.
• Supervise and contribute to the training of radiographic assistant practitioners and students.
• Attend other training courses relevant to the post.

Research & Audit

• Participate in departmental audit and research programmes.
• Undertake audit with senior radiographers and radiologists.

Clinical Governance

• Support the Trusts clinical governance agenda by understanding key priorities for change and ensuring that new developments utilise governance objectives.

Thank you for considering an application to work for Mersey West Lancashire NHS Trust. MWL is an exciting and forward-thinking NHS Trust. The information below includes standard applicant guidance and equality statements typical of NHS job postings.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We actively cultivate a professional environment of fairness, equality, dignity, and respect for all individuals. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and value the unique skills, perspective and experience you bring. We are committed to offering interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job under the Disability Confident framework, and to armed forces veterans under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme where applicable. Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications. For visa and compliance information, see the UK government guidance linked in the original posting.