Overview
Radiographer – Sports Surgery Clinic, Dublin.
Location: Sports Surgery Clinic.
Job type: Fixed Term (6 months).
Responsibilities
General Accountability
: Maintain the primacy of the patient in relation to all clinical activities and uphold a high standard of Radiography care; create and promote healthy working relationships; demonstrate behaviour in line with the Clinic values; ensure each patient is treated as an individual with privacy and confidentiality maintained; actively participate in the Clinic's accreditation programme and Continuous Quality Improvement.
Clinical Responsibilities
: Undertake radiographic and imaging examinations as required; maintain a high standard of radiography; ensure Radiation Protection Rules are applied at all times; be familiar with and abide by the Patient's Charter and treat every patient with courtesy, kindness, efficiency and confidentiality; maintain a flexible approach to facilitate urgent and walk-in cases; flexibility in working hours is essential; participate in the out-of-hours rota.
Administrative Responsibilities
: Participate in routine equipment inspection and quality assurance procedures; report defects affecting safety; manage incidents according to Clinic policy and accurately record details; maintain effective communication with other disciplines; attend meetings and sit on committees as required; keep the department and work area clean, tidy and safe; perform duties assigned by the Radiography Services Manager or Clinic Management; promote high staff morale and team spirit; contribute to clinical risk management.
Education and Teaching Responsibilities
: Keep up to date with current radiographic and imaging techniques and ongoing professional development; participate in in-service training; promote good relationships with other clinic staff; assist with induction and guidance of new staff.
Self-Development Responsibilities
: Stay current with developments in radiology; be accountable for service quality including customer service and technical aspects.
Information Technology Responsibilities
: Ensure effective use of technology for patient care and administrative purposes.
Qualifications & Experience
Candidates must
: Possess the Bachelor of Science degree in Diagnostic Radiography or the Diploma of the College of Radiographers, or a qualification at least equivalent as validated by CORU; be registered with CORU.
Experience
: Have excellent interpersonal skills and proven written and verbal communication abilities; be computer literate; have the ability to work on own initiative, prioritise and manage multiple issues with attention to detail; be able to identify potential difficulties and formulate solutions.
Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is market competitive, fair and provides growth opportunities for all colleagues.
Compensation
– Competitive pay for the work employees do: base pay, performance related pay and premium pay where applicable.
Benefits
– Competitive Pension Plan.
Onsite parking.
Performance and Recognition
– Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our ACES programme.
Work-Life Balance
– Flexible working opportunities to support external family commitments.
Development and Career Opportunities
– Opportunities to reach career goals through continued learning and advancement.
About UPMC
UPMC is a multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering patient-focused care close to home.
Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education.
UPMC International brings global access to signature specialty services through an owned network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Ireland, Italy and Croatia, including UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin.
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