KEY DUTIES Perform radiographic examinations in accordance with departmental protocols Be competent in the use of all appropriate x-ray equipment Maintain high standards of radiographic technique at all times Participate in the shift, on-call and out of hours service Perform QA checks on all equipment used within radiology Abide by radiographic protocols Abide by all Radiation Protection regulations Report all equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel Responsible for sending accurate image data to the Picture Archiving Communication System for storage, transmission and archive Supervise assistant practitioners and students Justify radiographic examinations for Radiographic Assistant Practitioners Ensure delivery of a patient focussed service including care comfort and dignity of all patients Take an active role in the general cleanliness and professional image of the department Responsible for assuring the safety of him/herself and others in accordance with Trust and departmental protocols e.g. COSHH, Radiation Protection etc Establish and maintain effective communication with patients on contentious and sensitive issues, using persuasion and negotiation where required Maintain a patient, courteous manner in all aspects of communication with patients and staff especially in distressing situations CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for adhering to radiographic protocols Ensure clinical and professional standards are met at all times Perform all aspects of clinical and technical procedures as per departmental policy Perform intravenous injections as appropriate Comply with Health & Safety legislation for Control of Radiation, VDU use, handling of patients etc Maintain Professional Registration Adhere to relevant Code of Practice of Professional body ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for accurate data entry on the Radiology Information System To ensure the accuracy of data quality in line with departmental policies and procedures (i.e. name, date of birth, address, postcode, GP and telephone number) are all current and correct TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSBILITIES Contribute to continuing education programme by attending courses and keeping abreast of current professional developments Participate in department CPD programme Supervise and contribute to the training of radiographic assistant practitioners and students To attend other training courses relevant to the post RESEARCH & AUDIT Participate in departmental audit and research programmes CLINICAL GOVERNANCE To support the Trusts clinical governance agenda by understanding the key priorities for change and ensuring that new developments utilise the objectives within the governance agenda.