CT Trainee Radiographer

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To undertake and complete training in order to carry out front line patient care and high-quality CT and radiographic examinations essential to diagnosis and treatment.
• Under supervision of the trained CT Radiographers, assess the suitability of patients to undergo CT examinations and specialised procedures and modify technique accordingly in line with policy and protocols.
• To assess own workload and maintain associated records
• To complete training and gain competence to undertake a wide range of CT examinations across a range of specialities including trauma, in-patient and out-patient scanning, CT Intervention, Cardiac CT and CT colonography.
• Actively participate in the organisation of the CT team and patient workload under supervision of the CT radiographers.
• Work with the Lead Lead CT Radiographer, develop departmental protocols and standard operational procedures.
• Personally aspire to maintain high ethical and professional standards in attitude at work including punctuality and appearance.
• Learn and develop full understanding of the correct justification of CT procedures under supervision of the CT radiographers and adhere to IRMER Procedures.
• To ensure Trust compliance with Radiology legislative requirements by adhering to and implementing all relevant radiation protection and drug management legislation.
• As an IR(ME)R operator, where necessary, communicate with all grades of medical, nursing and AHP staff to ensure the most appropriate examination is performed, modifying technique such that the medical question asked in the referral is answered in the images.
• Obtain informed verbal consent for patients undergoing examination or treatment.
• Complete IV and cannulation competencies for the safe preparation and administration of contrast agents
• To gain competence in using specialised imaging equipment, ensuring the safe use of radiation and high voltage equipment in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Contribute to the quality assurance of CT scanner and other ancillary equipment. Report faults to ensure minimal down time and radiation safety.
• Seek guidance from the CT radiographers in order to provide imaging advice to junior radiographers, multidisciplinary team members and referrers.
• To exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times, in line with Caldicott principles.
• To work in other Radiology modalities within scope of practice and to provide cover where required at other HHFT sites, as required.
• To be able to use appropriate IT systems such as CRIS, PACS and IEP.