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PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES

 Managerial:

1.    Supervises radiology staff working in own area of responsibility. Staff groups include Student and State Registered Radiographers, Health Care Assistants, Radiology Department Assistants and Administrative & Clerical staff

2.    Prioritises and plans the daily activities of the unit ensuring patients are imaged in a safe, timely and efficient manner; works in cooperation/conjunction with other staff groups

3.    Supports the Department Lead Radiographers with planning and management of staff deployment / rostering in own area of responsibility

4.    Assists the Department Lead Radiographers in performing appraisals for the above staff groups under the Trust’s Values In Action process, with support from the DM or Deputy as appropriate; ensures that Trust targets for completed appraisals are met.

5.    Monitors the performance of staff working in own area of responsibility against set competencies, rectifying any errors and reporting to the DM, Deputy or Lead Radiographers as necessary

6.    Supports the Lead Radiographers in undertaking the first stages of performance management in line with Trust policy; escalates issues to the DM as necessary

7.    Performs Return to Work interviews in accordance with Trust policy; undertakes first stages of absence management notifying the DM or Deputy of any issues

8.    Assists in the recruitment and selection of staff within own area of responsibility; actively promotes diversity in the recruitment, management and development of staff. Ensures relevant paperwork is completed for new starters, leavers etc.

9.    Supports the Lead Radiographers in the management of annual leave within own area of responsibility via Optimise; ensures that leave requirements are balanced against service needs and that Trust and departmental leave policies are followed

10.  Monitors expenditure against budget for own area of responsibility; has access to financial management information as appropriate

11.  Is responsible for the efficient use of resources within own area of responsibility. Manages stock levels and submits orders via the eProcurement System

12.  Is authorised signatory for overtime payments, on-call payments and expense claims for staff within own area of responsibility

13.  Is responsible for ensuring safe use of equipment; ensures appropriate preventative maintenance and records thereof

14.  Undertakes basic troubleshooting of equipment; is able to identify faults and accurately communicate information to engineers as necessary

15.  Is involved in the evaluation, procurement and implementation of new equipment in conjunction with the Lead Radiographers, DM/Deputy and relevant Consultant Radiologists; this may include participation in the tendering process and in the preparation of business cases etc.

16.  Contributes to strategic planning and service development in conjunction with the Lead Radiographers, DM and Clinical Lead, as appropriate

17.  Works with the Lead Radiographers, DM and/or Deputy to develop local Business Continuity Plans

18.  Contributes to the development and implementation of Clinical Governance processes relevant to own area of responsibility; attends the monthly Radiology Clinical Governance meetings

19.  Ensures appropriateness and currency of documentation in own area of responsibility; supports the Lead Radiographers in the preparation and review of local documentation including Standard Operating Procedures, Safe Systems of Work, Risk Assessments etc. Ensures local risk assessments are incorporated into the Radiology Risk Register

20.  Ensures local data compliance and IT security consistent with Trust policies and practices

21.  Is responsible for the timely and effective management of complaints relating to own area of responsibility, in conjunction with the Lead Radiographers, DM or Deputy

22.  Ensures all clinical incidents relating to own area of responsibility are appropriately recorded via the Datix system and notified to the Lead Radiographers, DM or Deputy

23.  Represents own specialist area of responsibility / subdivision at the monthly Radiology Leads meetings

24.  Supports the Associate Director and Clinical Lead in the delivery of a high quality, cost effective and professional Radiology Service

Clinical:

25.  Undertakes all aspect of radiography relevant to own area of responsibility. Works to a consistently high standard and ensures radiation doses are kept to a minimum using the ALARP principle and dose reduction factors.

26.  Assesses and justifies referrals under IRR, IR(ME)R, following current practitioner guidelines

27.  Makes autonomous decisions regarding the appropriateness of examinations as an aid to clinical diagnosis; works to a high standard of technique and patient positioning

28.  Possesses specialist knowledge and experience as appropriate to grade and area of responsibility; is able to function as a role model and provide support to more junior staff

29.  Performs cannulation and intravenous contrast administration; undertakes appropriate training and assessment and works in accordance with Trust policy

30.  Participates in the provision of out-of-hours services as required

31.  Is responsible for ensuring accurate patient records, including radiation dose and exposure factors

32.  Leads the Quality Assurance equipment testing programme for own area of responsibility

33.  Uses the Radiology Information System (RIS) for patient registration, X-Ray ordering and scheduling; runs ad hoc activity reports etc., as required

34.  Uses the Picture Archive & Communication System (PACS) to ensure optimum image quality; reviews images and reports

35.  Provides support and reassurance to patients attending the Radiology Department; is able to overcome barriers to understanding and is able to convey sensitive information in an appropriate manner

Teaching, Training & Research:

36.  In conjunction with the Lead Radiographers, DM and Training Officer is responsible for the training and induction of staff in own area of responsibility. Staff groups include Student and State Registered Radiographers (including Return to Practice), Health Care Assistants, Radiology Department Assistants and Administrative & Clerical staff

37. Performs staff appraisals under the Trust’s ‘Values in Action’ process. Assesses the training and development needs of staff up to and including Band 6 Radiographers
38. Assesses the knowledge and proficiency of staff, addressing training needs as appropriate and reporting any deficiencies to the DM
39. Monitors and records mandatory training for staff working in own area of responsibility
40. In conjunction with the Lead Radiographers and DM develops competencies for staff participating in the provision of out-of-hours services; assesses and signs off staff against agreed competencies
41. Participates in Research & Development initiatives, as appropriate
42. Participates in departmental audit programmes as required.

Professional role responsibilities:

43. Practices in accordance with the professional, ethical and legal codes of the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC), the Society of Radiographers Professional Code of Conduct and Trust and NHS protocols and guidelines.  Is accountable for own practice and maintenance of HCPC registration status.
44. Develops own skills, maintaining and developing competencies across the repertoire of the department as appropriate.
45. Exercises autonomy within professional and managerial boundaries, working independently and without supervision in the provision of the service
46. Ensures consistent high quality of images and clinical standards in own area of responsibility
47. Participates in the Trust appraisal programme ‘Values in Action’, and works towards addressing own development needs. To include attendance on mandatory training courses.
48. Demonstrates active participation in Continuous Professional Development, ensuring personal standards of clinical proficiency are maintained
49. Displays and maintains an appropriate level of IT skills

General Responsibilities:

50. Is responsible for the assessment, planning and prioritisation of tasks within area of responsibility, ensuring performance target are met
51. Communicates effectively with other staff groups, both internal and external. These include clinicians and other healthcare professionals, senior Trust management, patients and their representatives, external agencies, commercial suppliers, service engineers and visitors to the department
52. Is conversant with departmental policies, and supports the DM in ensuring that staff performance complies with professional standards.
53. Is aware of the requirements of Clinical Governance, Data Protection, Patient Confidentiality, IR(ME)R and local and national Health and Safety Policies. 
54. Abides by current policies and procedures of the Trust and/or the Radiology Department, and complies with the Health and Safety at Work Act.
55. Assists in improving departmental quality by challenging and questioning practice, contributing ideas and recommending changes as appropriate
56. Participates in departmental and team meetings as appropriate
57. Provides cross-cover and support for other Band 7 Lead Radiographers, as required
58. Deputises for the Deputy DM, as required
59. Undertakes other duties appropriate to grade, as delegated by the DM or Deputy