Lead Radiographer Reporting or Trainee (Annex 21)

NHS Jobs; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Lead Radiographer Reporting or Trainee (Annex 21). The role oversees administration and data quality of PACS/RIS, trains staff, and ensures imaging quality and adherence to protocols.

The post requires leadership in QA and staff development within the radiology department. Responsibilities include performing diagnostic imaging, ensuring patient care quality, and participating in on-call and out-of-hours service as needed, with

Responsibilities

• Administers, monitors and ensures data quality of PACS/RIS and other systems.
• Trains staff in PACS/RIS and associated systems.
• Performs diagnostic imaging in line with protocols and maintains image quality.
• Provides on-call/out-of-hours service as required and conducts QA in the area.
• Communicates effectively with patients and liaises with lead clinicians to ensure efficient service.

Job description

Lead Radiographer Reporting or Trainee (Annex 21)

KEY DUTIES Responsible for administration, performance monitoring and data quality of the PACS/RIS and other integrated systems. Responsible for training of staff in PACS/RIS and associated systems. Perform diagnostic imaging examinations in accordance with departmental protocols. Responsible for ensuring image quality is maintained from all staff members Responsible for the initial and ongoing training and education of staff in the designated modality. Be competent in the use of all appropriate imaging equipment Participate in the on-call, flexible working and out of hours service as required Responsible for QA program in designated area Abide by radiographic protocols Abide 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 Justify radiographic examinations for Junior Radiographers, Radiographic Assistant Practitioners and Student Radiographers. Promote quality initiatives, ensuring the quality of patient care and compliance of quality standards Undertake staff appraisals Establish and maintain effective communication with patients on complex, contentious and sensitive issues, using persuasion and negotiation where required Maintain a patient, courteous manner in all aspects of communication with patients and staff especially in distressing situations Liaise with lead clinicians to ensure effective running of the service Maintain a good working relationship with other departments and staff to ensure the provision of and efficient and effective service to all users and patients Communicate with service users and external agencies

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust