Band 8a ED Radiology Lead

Job overview

As the ED Superintendent Radiographer, you will lead the Emergency Department  imaging services, providing specialist skills and knowledge. You'll manage radiographers, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and deliver high-quality patient care. Your role includes training staff, promoting innovation, and maintaining the highest professional standards.

What It Takes:

Expertise: Advanced knowledge in radiography and imaging techniques. Leadership: Strong leadership skills to manage and inspire a team. Compliance: Understanding of regulations governing ionising radiation and health and safety. Patient-Centric: Commitment to providing exceptional patient care and experience. Innovation: Ability to foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Main duties of the job

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality clinical care and support for patient welfare.
• Assess radiographic referrals and ensure compliance with radiation safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with patients, ensuring informed consent and high standards of care.
• Patient Responsibilities:

• Promote a patient-centered care culture.
• Adapt imaging techniques to meet patient needs.
• Communicate empathetically with patients and their escorts.

Policy and Service Development:

• Update and enforce imaging policies and procedures.
• Participate in audits and use evidence-based practices to improve services.
• Drive continuous improvement and manage change effectively.

Financial and Physical Resources:

• Manage and maintain imaging equipment.
• Identify efficiency savings and improvement opportunities.
• Implement effective stock control procedures.

Leading and Managing:

• Lead and inspire the radiography team.
• Liaise with clinicians and departments to ensure quality service.
• Prioritise and allocate radiographic resources efficiently.

Information Resources:

• Maintain accurate patient and examination records.
• Utilise IT systems for managing referrals and appointments.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Advanced knowledge in radiography and imaging techniques.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Understanding of regulations governing ionising radiation.
• Commitment to exceptional patient care.
• Excellent communication skills.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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