Service Delivery Be able to use the full range of radiographic equipment within the departments including neuro-angiography, IR, CT, MRI. To achieve and maintain a high standard of Imaging, and to support the out of hours service by supporting the 24 hour cover arrangements. To be able to perform complex neuro-radiography procedure within the CT, MRI and neuro-angiography environment. Maintain expert clinical practice and support colleagues to do the same, providing and teaching high standards in all of imaging techniques undertaken.
To advise on MRI safety issues, including giving advice where appropriate regarding neurosurgical/ endovascular implant. To train in Neuro-Angiography/ IR suites have the knowledge to be able to adapt technique, to know when further imaging or change of protocol is required and provide appropriate advice to colleagues as necessary. To have knowledge of the various interventional techniques used within Neuro-Angiography/IR suites and to be able to react quickly to changes in the patients condition when required. Liaise with the appropriate radiologist if clinical input is required and ensure any change of practice is adequately documented and communicated.
Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to local department policies. To ensure that the CT, MRI and angiography local rules, (IR(ME)R, IR17), MHRA associated codes of practice, guidance notes, and the Health and Safety at Work Act are understood and adhered to in respect of staff, patients and members of the public. Theatre radiography will include being able to use a range of mobile fluoroscopy to provide imaging during Neurosurgical operative procedures at the RSCH. The radiographer will be able to manipulate the equipment to optimize the imaging for the referring surgeon.
Fluoroscopy procedures at RSCH will include interventional techniques requiring the radiographer to assist in preparation of patients and equipment, including using sterile techniques. To acquire and maintain competence in intravenous cannulation, venepuncture and intravenous therapy and work safely in accordance with the departments intravenous policies ensuring ones own knowledge is always kept up to date. Liaise appropriately with the Superintendent Radiographer in charge. To continually promote a patient focused service in a caring manner.
Be able to communicate information to all patients and carers to minimise radiation doses. To work in accordance with the practitioners guidelines for general radiography, CT head scans, Renal Colic CT, CT C-Spines T-Spines and CT Trauma scans. To have a flexible approach to work, be able to regularly participate in the 24 hour cover and extended day rotas on the RSCH site. Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.