Band 6 Senior Radiographer

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

1. Provide a high standard of radiography to ensure that all patients attending the x-ray
   department and outreach centre receive the maximum care. Specialised views include dental, maxillo-facial, temporomandibular joint, cephalometric, salivary gland and cross-sectional imaging
2. To comply with the Trust’s infection control policy as there is some contact with
   saliva/blood. There is contact with contaminated x-ray accessories.
3. To adhere to COSSH procedures as there is contact with hazardous substances, i.e.;
   fixer and developer chemicals.
4. Teach dental radiography to various dental professionals. This constitutes a key part of
   the post and entails tutorials, practical demonstrations, training and assessments for the
   following groups:
   
   • Dental undergraduates, dental hygienists/therapists, and dental surgery assistants
     from within the hospital.
   • BCU radiography students, qualified radiographers from other hospitals, and dental
     surgery assistants from various colleges around Birmingham that are now running
     radiography courses in line with the IR(ME)R 2000 regulations.
   • Postgraduate dentists doing update courses.
5. Help identify training needs and assist in developing training programmes for these
   groups.
6. Use the “red dot” system to identify radiographs that may need reporting by the
   radiologist, prepare them for reporting, and ensure any recommendations are followed
   up.
7. As a specialist dental hospital to supply forensic investigation teams with any assistance
   required, e.g. copying of radiographs, dental radiographic techniques, to aid in the
   identification of victims of disasters.
8. Develop and participate in departmental, hospital and outreach centre quality assurance and audit programmes as required.
9. Participate in on-going training programmes, mandatory and professional CPD.
10. Communicate effectively with patients to describe what is required of them for the
    requested examination to be performed.
11. Support the patient through their treatment in the x-ray department and outreach centre.
12. Deal with all patients’ verbal complaints in accordance with trust policies and
    procedures.
13. Participate in regular appraisals with their manager and identify performance standards
    of the post. Help identify own training and developmental needs, to meet these
    standards.
14. Work in accordance with Health and Safety regulations (including IR(ME)R 2000,
    IRR99, and COSHH)., departmental policies, procedures and local rules. Comply with
    the policies, procedures and regulations issued by trust and the Data Protection Act.

Management/Leadership

1. To take responsibility for the day to day running of the department in the absence of the
   Superintendent Radiographer on a designated rotational basis.
2. To record and report all breakdowns and faults of equipment to the Superintendent
   Radiographer
3. To record and report all defects and breakages of fixtures and fittings and take
   appropriate action to instigate repair.
4. To ensure that high standards of cleanliness of the environment and equipment are
   maintained.
5. To ensure that pharmaceutical, disposable and other store items in the X-ray
   Department and Outreach Centre are maintained at an adequate but economical level.
6. To report any accident or injury occurring in the X-ray Department and the Outreach
   Centre to the Superintendent Radiographer.
7. To maintain and ensure others maintain a safe, clean and tidy environment.
8. To act at all times with consideration for the safety and welfare of patients, visitors and
   staff.
9. To ensure that during the course of work, adequate protection is given to him/herself,
   patients and other members of staff against exposure to ionising radiation and in
   particular, to ensure that no unauthorised persons or equipment is allowed into the
   examination room.
10. To be aware of the implications of the Health and Safety at Work Act, IR(ME)R
    Regulations and ensure guidelines are followed.
11. To comply with all Trust policies and procedures.

Research

• There is a requirement to assist in the collection of data for research and audit.
  Education and experience
• To be responsible for personal continuing professional development by attending relevant
  courses and reading literature to keep updated with technical and professional developments.

Training

1. To assist in the clinical and theoretical training of student radiographers, student
   therapists, undergraduate dentists and dental nurses, and facilitate all staff
   development.
2. To perform clinical assessments for therapists, dental undergraduates and dental
   nurses, both student and post qualified.

Liason/Communication

1. To liaise with Radiographic colleagues, the office staff and secretarial staff.
2. To liaise with clinicians and staff on the clinics on a regular basis.
3. To liaise with any other personnel to promote good working relationships.
4. To communicate effectively with children with learning difficulties and special needs.
5. To carry out duties, e.g. lectures, presentations, etc, to assist in promotion of the
   service.