WBCH_Band_7 MR Clinical Lead in Thatcham

Managerial Responsibilities:

• Supervises radiology staff working in own area of responsibility, including Student and State Registered Radiographers, Health Care Assistants, Radiology Department Assistants, and Administrative & Clerical staff.
• Prioritises and plans the daily activities of the unit ensuring patients are imaged in a safe, timely and efficient manner; works in cooperation with other staff groups.
• Supports the Department Lead Radiographers with planning and management of staff deployment/rostering in own area of responsibility.
• Assists the Department Lead Radiographers in performing appraisals for staff groups under the Trust's Values In Action process, ensuring that Trust targets for completed appraisals are met.
• Monitors the performance of staff against set competencies, rectifying errors and reporting to the DM, Deputy or Lead Radiographers as necessary.
• Supports the Lead Radiographers in undertaking the first stages of performance management in line with Trust policy; escalates issues to the DM as necessary.
• Performs Return to Work interviews in accordance with Trust policy; undertakes first stages of absence management notifying the DM or Deputy of any issues.
• Assists in the recruitment and selection of staff within own area of responsibility; actively promotes diversity in recruitment, management, and development of staff.
• Supports the Lead Radiographers in the management of annual leave within own area of responsibility via Optimise; ensures that leave requirements are balanced against service needs.
• Monitors expenditure against budget for own area of responsibility; manages stock levels and submits orders via the eProcurement System.
• Is responsible for the efficient use of resources within own area of responsibility.
• Is authorised signatory for overtime payments, on-call payments, and expense claims for staff within own area of responsibility.
• Ensures safe use of equipment; ensures appropriate preventative maintenance and records thereof.
• Undertakes basic troubleshooting of equipment; identifies faults and communicates information to engineers as necessary.
• Involved in the evaluation, procurement, and implementation of new equipment in conjunction with the Lead Radiographers, DM/Deputy, and relevant Consultant Radiologists.
• Contributes to strategic planning and service development in conjunction with the Lead Radiographers, DM, and Clinical Lead.
• Works with the Lead Radiographers, DM and/or Deputy to develop local Business Continuity Plans.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of Clinical Governance processes relevant to own area of responsibility.
• Ensures appropriateness and currency of documentation in own area of responsibility; supports the Lead Radiographers in preparation and review of local documentation.
• Ensures local data compliance and IT security consistent with Trust policies and practices.
• Responsible for the timely and effective management of complaints relating to own area of responsibility.
• Ensures all clinical incidents relating to own area of responsibility are appropriately recorded via the Datix system.
• Represents own specialist area of responsibility at the monthly Radiology Leads meetings.
• Supports the Associate Director and Clinical Lead in delivering a high-quality, cost-effective, and professional Radiology Service.

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Undertakes all aspects of radiography relevant to own area of responsibility, ensuring radiation doses are kept to a minimum using the ALARP principle.
• Assesses and justifies referrals under IRR, IR(ME)R, following current practitioner guidelines.
• Makes autonomous decisions regarding the appropriateness of examinations as an aid to clinical diagnosis.
• Possesses specialist knowledge and experience appropriate to grade and area of responsibility; functions as a role model and provides support to more junior staff.
• Performs cannulation and intravenous contrast administration; undertakes appropriate training and assessment.
• Participates in the provision of out-of-hours services as required.
• Responsible for ensuring accurate patient records, including radiation dose and exposure factors.
• Leads the Quality Assurance equipment testing programme for own area of responsibility.
• Uses the Radiology Information System (RIS) for patient registration, X-Ray ordering, and scheduling.
• Uses the Picture Archive & Communication System (PACS) to ensure optimum image quality.
• Provides support and reassurance to patients attending the Radiology Department.

Teaching, Training & Research Responsibilities:

• In conjunction with the Lead Radiographers, DM, and Training Officer, responsible for the training and induction of staff in own area of responsibility.
• Performs staff appraisals under the Trust's Values in Action process.
• Assesses the training and development needs of staff up to and including Band 6 Radiographers.
• Monitors and records mandatory training for staff working in own area of responsibility.
• Participates in Research & Development initiatives as appropriate.
• Participates in departmental audit programmes as required.

Professional Role Responsibilities:

• Practices in accordance with the professional, ethical, and legal codes of the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Is accountable for own practice and maintenance of HCPC registration status.
• Develops own skills, maintaining and developing competencies across the repertoire of the department.
• Exercises autonomy within professional and managerial boundaries.
• Ensures consistent high quality of images and clinical standards in own area of responsibility.
• Participates in the Trust appraisal programme Values in Action.
• Demonstrates active participation in Continuous Professional Development.

General Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the assessment, planning, and prioritisation of tasks within area of responsibility.
• Communicates effectively with other staff groups, both internal and external.
• Is conversant with departmental policies and supports the DM in ensuring compliance with professional standards.
• Is aware of the requirements of Clinical Governance, Data Protection, Patient Confidentiality, and local and national Health and Safety Policies.
• Assists in improving departmental quality by challenging and questioning practice.
• Participates in departmental and team meetings as appropriate.
• Provides cross-cover and support for other Band 7 Lead Radiographers as required.
• Deputises for the Deputy DM as required.
• Undertakes other duties appropriate to grade, as delegated by the DM or Deputy.