Kingu2019s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UKu2019s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of cu00a31 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,500 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from Kingu2019s College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in the London Borough of Bromley. Job overview The post holder will be an experienced radiographer, able to assess and treat own workload of patients/clients and to ensure provision of the highest standards of patient care. Including the legal documentation on the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communications System (PACS) associated with each completed patient episode. They will be able to consult with senior staff as and when necessary, and will be accountable for their own professional actions.u00a0 They will assess, manage and prioritise the caseload of the department, giving advice and guidance to patients and other health care professionals. The post holder will lead on the supervision and teaching of Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners and Student Radiographers as appropriate. The post holder will assist in the timely, efficient and cost effective management and operation of the plain film radiographic service, including theatres, mobiles and fluoroscopy.u00a0 They will ensure the provision of the highest standards of patient care, and will be actively involved in daily operation of the Department, across all three south sites (PRUH, Orpington and Beckenham Beacon).u00a0u00a0 This person will be working closely within a multidisciplinary team, deputising for the Modality Superintendent Radiographer in their absence. Main duties of the job Act as an Operator under the IR(ME)R Radiation Regulations and assess the clinical justification of referrals to ensure that the benefit to the patient outweighs the radiation risk associated with the examination. Act as patient and staff advocate, minimising their exposure to radiation. Provide timely, efficient and courteous provision of radiographic services to the agreed standards of the department taking account of the patient/clients clinical, physical and cultural needs. Monitor and adjust work priorities in conjunction with other professionals to take into account changing demands on the diagnostic services due to emergencies. Ensure that the Trust A&E Targets are met, particularly during out of hours duties. Accountable for own professional actions and work within codes of Practice and professional guidelinesu00a0 Apply in-depth knowledge of anatomy, pathology and equipment (scanners etc.) to determine appropriate imaging techniques for the individual patient condition. Responsible for the safe use and maintenance of complex, high capital cost specialist imaging equipment u00a0 u00a0 Working for our organisation Kingu2019s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UKu2019s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of u00a31 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and around 15,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from Kingu2019s College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley.u00a0 Our values at Kingu2019s, are that weu2019re a kind, respectful team; The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reachu00a0is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, u00a0Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (EDI) at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team Kingu2019s to another level. Kingu2019s is dedicated to embracing the broad diversity of our staff, patients and communities and stand firmly against all forms of prejudice and discrimination. This includes, but is not limited to, racism, ableism, homophobia, biphobia, transphobia, sexism, ageism, religious discrimination, and any other prejudiced behaviour that undermines the rights, wellbeing and identity of our staff, and patients.u00a0 u00a0 Detailed and main responsibilities Act as an Operator under the IR(ME)R Radiation Regulations and assess the clinical justification of referrals. Act as patient and staff advocate, minimising their exposure to radiation. Provide timely, efficient and courteous provision of radiographic services to the agreed standards of the department taking account of the patient/clients clinical, physical and cultural needs. Accountable for own professional actions and work within codes of Practice and professional guidelinesu00a0 Apply in-depth knowledge of anatomy, pathology and equipment (scanners etc.) to determine appropriate imaging techniques for the individual patient condition. Responsible for the safe use and maintenance of complex, high capital cost specialist imaging equipment Be responsible for ensuring the legal documentation on the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communications System (PACS) associated with each completed patient episode. Ensure timely provision of images to referrers. Participate in multiple site rotation as and when necessary. A commitment to weekend and Bank holiday shifts is warranted, this post will not require participation in overnight working.u00a0 Ensure the safe transfer of patients and equipment, following manual handling guidelines and using risk assessment. u00a0Assist with changing and personal care of patients as necessary including immobile and disabled. u00a0Operate a wide range of radiological equipment requiring excellent hand- eye co-ordination. e.g. post processing of images. u00a0Operate Modality and PACS equipment within a VDU environment Physically position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with the patientu2019s needs. u00a0Receive and welcome patients and staff to the relevant Radiology reception areas and deal with any enquiries in a kind and courteous manner. u00b7u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Communicate with the referrer any changes to referrals after assessing the clinical justification for an x-ray examination against IR(ME)R and local protocols. u00b7 u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0Deal sensitively with patients or carers under emotional stress, including the terminally ill and bereaved. u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Deal with potentially aggressive patients. u00b7 u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0Communicates effectively on a daily basis with patients with communication difficulties and cognitive impairment. u00b7 u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Anticipate and interpret customersu2019 needs, defining the level of customer care required on an individual basis. u00a0Communicate effectively with staff within and outside of the department to ensure the smooth operation of the service. Including liaison with ward staff. u00a0Give factual information to patients, including children, regarding examinations and understand the necessary preparations. Work with other Radiographers, Consultant Radiologists, Cardiologists and Health Care Professionals to assist them with diagnostic examinations and other procedures. u00a0Ensure the safety and wellbeing of patients, staff and visitors within the department. Ensure patients receive timely and accurate information about their examination, and ensure urgent findings are communicated in the appropriate way to referrers. Position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with the patientu2019s needs. Be competent in the utilisation of complex and specialised imaging equipment. Operate advanced software on specialised radiological equipment requiring in-depth anatomical, pathological and technical knowledge Be able to decide on additional views when required in line with Professional knowledge. Comply with the requirements of CNST. u00b7 u00a0Demonstrate problem-solving approach to issues arising at a local level, evaluating the need to refer problems to the line manager. u00b7 u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Be accountable for own professional actions, working within codes of Practice and Professional Guidelines, consulting senior staff as and when necessary. u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Act as a source of knowledge to be consulted by other professionals. u00b7 u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0Be responsible for ensuring the legal documentation on the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communications System (PACS) associated with each completed patient episode. Ensure timely provision of images to referrers. u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Safely administer contrast media and other drugs in accordance with protocols as required. u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Assist in the staff Development and Training of junior team members, promoting CPD. u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Act both as role model and clinical expert to facilitate development of others through example and education. u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Demonstrate, maintain and update skills and knowledge of evolving practice and legislative requirements. u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Provide professional support to other radiographers u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Actively lead in the training and development of Staff Grade Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners and Student Radiographers, assuming professional responsibility for their work. Train Radiographers and Assistant Practitioners where appropriate in the utilisation of highly complex, high capital cost specialist imaging equipment Please see Job Description for further detailsu00a0 Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria BSc Radiography (or equivalent). Health Professions Council (HPC) Registration. Desirable criteria Post graduate qualification in Musculoskeletal or Chest Reporting Experience Essential criteria Demonstration of competence in general, mobile, theatre and fluoroscopy equipment. Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team environment. Experience in supervision and training of less experienced radiographers, students and departmental staff. To be able to operate VDU equipment in both image acquisition and data management. Skills Essential criteria An effective communicator, with good oral presentation and interpersonal skills Flexible approach to working practice, evidence of responding to service needs. 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