Job summary
Based at Quayside Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC), Gloucestershire you will be responsible for the safe delivery of a CT and MRI scanning service representing the Charity in accordance with strategic objectives and contractual requirements.
You will engage with all stakeholders to ensure an integrated clinical service in maintained in regard to workforce, clinical governance, health and safety, IRMER compliance and risk management.
There is a clinical lead radiographer commitment with this post undertaking both CT and MRI scanning sessions at the CDC and an administrative role supporting the Health and safety, CQC, QSI and ISO accreditations. (Approx 75% clinical to 25% administrative split)
This role is considered full time based on hours per week and worked across four days, between Mon-Fri to ensure the Lead Radiographer is available during the week. Flexible working opportunities are available at Cobalt and part time contracts may be considered for exceptional candidates.
Main duties of the job
We are offering an experienced radiographer the opportunity to lead and deliver high quality and safe CT and MRI services on behalf of the Charity working closely with the Trust at the Quayside CDC which is a key service for the Charity. You will have an excellent knowledge of clinical services and governance, including health and safety. There will be a strong desire to support the development of staff and students, particularly cross-sectional staff education programmes with the objective to implement an integrated and effective workforce.
About us
Cobalt is an innovative and dynamic medical imaging charity delivering diagnostic imaging services across the country through dedicated imaging centres in Cheltenham and Birmingham a fleet of mobile CT and MRI scanners. Scanning over 130,000 patients each year, the Charity invests in the very latest imaging technology to support the NHS.
The Charity also supports the local Trust, GHNHSFT by providing a CT and MRI scanning service at the Quayside CDC which officially opened January 2024.
Cobalt supports a wide range of training and education programmes and an aim is developing an Imaging Academy at the CDC in collaboration with the Trust. We also aspire to develop and introduce a comprehensive and structured education and development package for radiographers who want to specialise in cross sectional radiography, and we host radiography students from the University of Gloucestershire.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title: Community Diagnostic Centre Lead Radiographer
Main Place of Work: Quayside Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC), Quayside House, Quay St, Gloucester GL1 2TZ
Responsible to: TBC (CT and MRI Dual line management)
Accountable to: Chief Executive, Cobalt Health
Line management
There is no line management responsibility associated with this post. However, there is an expectation that this senior lead position will supervise radiographers, students and other junior staff members working as part of their team at the Imaging Centre.
Job Purpose:
Responsible for the organisation of the day-to-day services at the Quayside CDC Imaging Centre.
Promote and ensure all work is undertaken in accordance with departmental local rules, systems of work, operational policy and procedures, health and safety and risk management.
Plan and set standards to direct department goals in accordance with Cobalt and legislative quality assurance programmes, undertake audit of performance against departmental and corporate targets and action improvements.
To liaise with department managers to ensure appropriate staffing and skill mix to deliver safe and high quality services at the Imaging Centre.
To work with all stakeholders to ensure an integrated clinical service in maintained.
Key Relationships
Cobalt staff team, mobile site staff, logistics, support engineers and patients.
Key areas of responsibility will include:
Operational Duties
1. Undertake imaging procedures working to set standards and protocols in accordance with best practice and in a manner that meets professional, departmental and legal standards and requirements according to Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017 (IRMER) and employer procedures.
2. Work in accordance with the CT and MRI local rules, systems of work, administrative and operational procedures health and safety and risk management.
3. Providing physical and emotional support to patients throughout their attendance. Conduct consent and screening safety checks with patients priorto examination to ensure their suitability for imaging examinations or procedures.
4. Data entry using radiology information systems (RIS), data sharing and checking image transfer is completed using Picture Archive (PACs), Image Exchange Portal (IEP) and other associated information systems ensuring accurate, legible, comprehensive medical records are maintained.
5. Responsible for the Quality Assurance checks on all equipment, in accordance with the departmental QA programme and report any deviation from expected results to the relevant expert and line manager. Undertake action to rectify the deviation as appropriate and document the action taken in the required log.
6. Ensure the safe use and maintenance of highly specialist imaging equipment, to adhere to all local CT and MRI safety procedure and report all equipment faults in accordance with the fault reporting process and liaise with line managers to ensure timely rectification or removal of equipment from service if necessary.
7. Ensure a clean, safe and appropriate environment that facilitates the prevention and control of infections in compliance with regulatory requirements. Complete IP&C audits according to the audit programme and supporting the IP&C Lead with improvements and staff feedback.
8. Infection Prevention and Control Champion.
9. Maintain clinical audits, collate data and generate KPI reports for the imaging centre.
10. Maintain up to date and accurate personal CPD records.
Specific Duties
11. At all times to maintain a positive partnership with NHS Hospital, University of Gloucestershire and other stakeholders on behalf of Cobalt and ensure continuity of the CT and MRI services integrating Charity values.
12. Lead for quality standards including QSI (Quality Standard for Imaging) and ISO accreditations at the Imaging Centre.
13. Assist the Director of Clinical Operations in carrying out their legal duties as registered CQC (Care Quality Commission) Manager for the unit.
14. To support the service during external visits by Trust or industry stakeholders including CQC and QSI inspectors.
15. Be the responsible radiation protections supervisor (RPS) in their area of work, and support/provide guidance to junior staff members. (Separate JD)
16. Responsible for keeping open communication pathways with line managers regarding the service, whoever appropriate to modality.
17. Ensure the Centre is operated to the highest level of clinical and operational governance. To develop and introduce policy, procedures and processes collaboratively with line managers and stakeholders within the Trust relevant to the imaging centre ensuring continuous improvement and patient experience.
18. Key liaison with multidisciplinary teams in area of work and respond to the clinical request's consultant radiologists in accordance with agreed protocols.
19. Responsible for the organisation and smooth running of day to day scanning lists.
20. Develop and implement quality control programmes in liaison with medical physics department and perform daily quality control system checks, maintain records.
21. Maintain documented records as is necessary, accessible for inspection by external accreditation bodies including CQC, QSI and ISO.
22. Responsible for all staff induction training at the location, IRMER and MRI safety awareness training, cannulation and administration of contrast agents, maintenance of training records and successful completion of competency frameworks for all Cobalt/non-Cobalt staff working at the Imaging Centre.
23. Member of MRI Safety Committee.
24. Member of RPC Committee.
25. Hold and document staff operational meetings, attend any relevant meetings held by Cobalt/GHNHSFT regarding activity at the Imaging Centre.
26. Ensure due regard is given to the customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients and ensure patients views are sought and considered
27. Participate in the on-call rota for breakdowns and staffing at this location.
Management of Resources
Work with line managers to maintain appropriate staffing levels and skill mix in the Imaging Centre as appropriate to maintain adequate service provision.
Undertake appraisal if required for Clinical Imaging Assistants at the Imaging Centre, set objectives and personal developments plans.
Support line managers in the selection, interview and recruitment of prospective staff at the Imaging Centre.
Ensure the safe use of highly specialist imaging equipment. Responsible for the reporting of faults, organising fault rectification for the CT and MRI scanner and all ancillary equipment. Organisation of maintenance of CT and MRI scanners as per planned preventative programmes.
Monitor scanner utilisation, demand and capacity and produce performance reports.
Supervise all aspects of medicine management as an appointed practitioner in charge including the ordering, stock taking, usage and record keeping of medicines prescribed, supplied, dispensed and administered
Maintain all clinical/office stock and supplies as required to be efficient whilst liaising with the operations hub and Trust teams.
Teamwork
To work collaboratively with other departments within Cobalt
Taking an active part in team meetings
Champion the professional integrity of the organisation
Adhere to corporate policy and procedure
Advise and mentor staff members, particularly junior staff members.
Confidentiality
Under no circumstances either during or after the end of your employment (however it is terminated) may you divulge to any unauthorised person confidential information relating to the Charity. This includes, but is not limited to, information covering patients, individual staff records, industrial relations, financial affairs, contract terms and prices or business forecasts.
Data Protection
If required to do so, to obtain, process and/or use information held on computer or other IT system in a fair and lawful way. To hold data only for specific registered purpose and not use or disclose it in any way incompatible with such purpose. To disclose data only to authorised persons or organisations as instructed.
DBS Disclosure
All appointments are subject to a satisfactory initial DBS check by the