Clinical Specialist Radiographer MRI Twilight Shift
Location: UPMC Whitfield Hospital
Job type: Permanent
Overview of role:
UPMC Whitfield are recruiting an Clinical Specialist Radiographer - MRI on a full-time permanent basis.
This role will be primarily focused on the twilight shift which runs from 5pm to 12am Monday to Friday.
The holder of this post will work as a member of the Radiography Department and multi-disciplinary teams, providing a high-quality radiography service to patients in assigned areas in accordance with professional standards of practice
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
General
To
participate in the general radiography service on a daily basis in the
assigned area and to be pro-active in undertaking training that will allow
for up-skilling and development within the profession.
To
participate in an out of hours service as required.
To
maintain, and be accountable for, high standards in patient care and
radiographic techniques.
To
ensure that the principles of radiation protection (justification,
optimisation, ALARA and dose limits) are adhered to, and to follow the
"local rules".
To
comply with the directives of statutory instruments,
To
maintain an up to date clinical and technical knowledge and take advice
and training where required.
To
maintain a clean and safe work environment and adhere to health and safety
guidelines.
To
report any equipment faults to the designated supervisor and document the
fault in the appropriate log folder.
To
participate in routine Q.A. procedures and in the UPMC accreditation
process as required.
To be
familiar, and comply with, any relevant legislation and operational
policies, such as the ionising radiation regulations, fire regulations,
infection control and local procedures as set out within the department
and hospital.
To
maintain a good working relationship with colleagues and other staff at
departmental level and throughout the hospital.
To
undertake any further training courses as required to provide a quality
service in the department and for continuous professional development.
To
undertake other duties appropriate to the Post as directed by the
consultant radiologist and/or radiology services manager consistent with
service needs.
To
undertake a pro-active role in the accreditation process on an on-going
basis, as set out by UPMC.
To
develop and maintain a high level of knowledge of the following and always
practice within the guidelines and policies written at both unit and
Hospital level:
Clinical
risk reporting policy
Occupational
health
Facilities
management
Patient
moving and handling
Resuscitation
/ Basic Life Support
Health
and safety
Departmental
financial & budgetary controls
Patient
complaints procedures
Falls
management programme
Information
Resources
To be
an efficient user of the Radiology Information System (RIS) and the PACS
system and any other systems required to fulfil the duties on a daily
basis.
To
develop skills and be able to use information technology to collate and
analyse data for presentation at Departmental meetings as required.
Health and
Safety
Ensure
that work is carried out in a safe manner in accordance with the
provisions of the Health, Safety and Welfare at Work Act and/or other
related legislation.
All
staff are responsible for identifying, assessing, and reporting all risks
and for contributing to the management and review of all risks.
Qualifications & Experience:
Qualifications
and Experience:
Bachelor
of Science in Diagnostic Radiography or the Diploma of the College of
Radiographers and be validated by the Department of Health
Full CORU registration - essential.
Knowledge
& Experience
MRI experience - essential.
Good
working knowledge of the RIS system.
Ability
to manage in a rapidly changing environment and a willingness to undertake
such additional duties within the Diagnostic Imaging Department as may be
assigned from time to time.
Strong
awareness of Radiation Safety.
Knowledge
of Health & Safety.
Demonstrate
up-to-date knowledge of current theory & practice in Diagnostic
Radiography.
Skills and
Abilities
Excellent
communication and customer service skills.
Adaptability
to changes in healthcare.
Initiative
and innovation.
Stewardship.
Excellent
self-management skills.
Work
well within a team environment.
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 not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities
for all our colleagues.
Compensation – Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance related pay
and premium pay where applicable.
Benefits –
Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents.
Competitive Pension
Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times.
Critical Illness cover
for all employees up to the age of 66.
Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of
UPMC through our annual ACES programme.
Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days.
Flexible
working opportunities to support you to work around external family
commitments.
Development
and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach
their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
About
UPMC
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centre committed to delivering people-focused care that's 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 expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across
continents through its UPMC International division — an owned and operated
network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and
Croatia.
UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty
services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to
more people in more places around the world.
In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since
****.
UPMC's operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in
Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in
Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny.
Outpatient care is available at
the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy
locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across
UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and
Mayo.
UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network.
UPMC's
Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.