Senior CT Radiographer Job at Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic (Lucan, Co. Dublin)

Job Description

The Senior CT Radiographer is required to provide a first class clinical and professional service to all customers of the Hermitage Clinic Radiology Department. A rotation through other specialties is a possibility depending on experience.

Job Responsibility

To undertake all CT procedures with a specialist standard of technical skill, efficiency and patient care in accordance with departmental protocols and procedures
Ensure that procedures and protocols are safe and offer the best possible imaging results with the lowest dose achievable for all patients
To continually train, supervise and update the radiographic staff to ensure Best Practice and a competent and confident work force
Be responsible for the use of IV contrast agent administration
Ensure IV training and monitoring procedures are in place (training to include anaphylaxis reactions) and performing IV contrast administration cannulation
Adapt the service to respond to long and short term demands
Work with colleagues and Clinical Specialists to ensure the daily workload is organised in line with clinical priorities
Excellent communication skills needed to liaise with both staff within the department, throughout the hospital and various external sources in order to provide a quality service to patients and clinicians
Knowledge of the HIQA regulations pertaining to ionising radiation
Be familiar with and understand the Clinic’s policies and procedures in relation to Infection Control, Fire, Health and Safety at Work regulations and to attend mandatory training
Participate in the implementation of clinical procedures, protocols and work instructions
To promote research based practice, quality assurance and clinical audit where appropriate
Maintain up to date knowledge of cross sectional imaging and developments in line with CPD requirements
Participate in instruction and training of radiographer staff as commensurate with the role
With the support of HC, to strive to achieve post graduate qualification in specialist imaging
Support clinical research as required
Participate in audit within clinical radiology including the use of audit and audit tools in order to deliver service improvement initiatives
Support research in accordance with Ethics Committee approval, Clinical Governance criteria
Utilise department protocols and set standards to continually undertake CT and other procedures of the highest quality
Execute their duties courteously and professionally at all times and seek to ensure that the highest level of customer service is provided by the Radiology department
Participate in weekend duties
Attend manufacturer training courses pertaining to clinical equipment
Perform other appropriate duties which may be required from time-to-time by the Clinical Specialist in CT or Radiology Service Manager
Abide by the Code of Professional Conduct
Maintain state registration with CORU
Maintain confidentiality in relation to all information regarding patients in accordance with the Clinic’s Data Protection Policies
Manage and Maintain the Continuing Professional Development process and awareness of current and new techniques
Use highly specialist knowledge to advise the Radiology Service Manager/Clinical Specialist in CT in the procurement of CT equipment

Requirements

BSc in Radiography
CORU registration
Minimum of 4 years’ experience with at least two years in CT
Qualified to administer I.V. contrast
Familiar with a computerised patient information system and PACS
The ability to interact effectively with multidisciplinary staff members within the Hermitage Clinic
Thorough understanding of legislation relating to CT and Radiation Safety
Understand the requirements of and promote CPD

Nice to have

Postgraduate qualification in CT desirable
Cath lab experience desirable

What we offer

An Education Support Programme
Family Friendly hours available
Development opportunities
Opportunities for career progression
Access to a Pension Scheme
Subsidised Restaurant
Free staff car parking
Employee Assistance Programme
Life Assurance

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