Senior Grade Radiographer - Cath Lab

Job Title: BG Radiographer (Cath Lab Experience)

Department: Radiology

Job Type: Permanent

Hours: 35 per week

About the Hermitage Clinic

Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic is a private hospital providing a full range of medical and surgical care across a broad spectrum of specialities. The Radiology department at Hermitage Clinic provides a comprehensive range of diagnostic procedures delivered in state of the art facilities by a team of experienced professionals committed to excellence in clinical standards and patient care.

This role is important in making a significant contribution, developing and maintaining best practice in Diagnostic Radiology services.

About the role

The Radiographer role will assist in the provision of an efficient Diagnostic Imaging service inclusive of general radiography, theatre sessions, mobile radiography and fluoroscopic examinations in IR and Cath Lab. There is a strong emphasis on delivery of high standards of clinical practice and skills in Radiology. This post would suit a recently qualified applicant able to demonstrate previous radiography experience in general, theatre, mobile imaging and fluoroscopy procedures both at student and post graduate level

Operations

Utilise department protocols to undertake imaging procedures to a consistently high standard.

Participate in the rota to cover Radiology services.

Work under the auspices of the Clinical Specialist and within the HC Induction and training program to develop radiographic knowledge and skills.

Consistently make good clinical decisions and to be able to self-evaluate

Take a full and active role in the professional life and professional services of the department.

Use the equipment and accessories correctly, reporting any faults to the relevant Clinical Specialist or to a more senior member of staff on duty.

Keep the equipment clean and the imaging rooms tidy.

Maintain confidentiality in relation to all information regarding patients

Manage the Continuing Professional Development process, and to maintain awareness of current and new techniques.

Play an integral role in the implementation of PACS under supervision of more senior staff.

Take an active role in Quality Assurance, audit and research projects under the direction of more senior staff in general X-ray, theatre and Cath lab.

Provide imaging in the angiography suites after full training, and assist in interventional procedures under clinical supervision

Mentor radiography students from UCD.

Patient Care

Maintain a high standard of patient care and actively participate in the monitoring of standards.

Inform patients, carers and other members of staff about all imaging procedures, examination preparation and aftercare in a timely, professional and corporate way.

Legal and Regulatory Requirements

Be aware of the department's Local Rules and Radiation Protection Policies and to instruct other members of staff in safe practices.

Be familiar with and understand the Clinic's policies and procedures in relation to Fire, Health and Safety at Work and to attend mandatory training.

Undertake any other duty commensurate with the grade of the post as requested by the line manager.

Health and Safety

All employees of the Hermitage Clinic have a statutory duty of care of their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Employees are required to co-operate with management to enable the Hermitage Clinic to meet its own legal duties and to report any hazardous situations or defective equipment.

Learning and Education

• Take personal responsibility for own professional development and keep up to date with evidence based practice and research.
• Attend and participate in staff development programmes on an ongoing basis.
• To identify and develop personal training needs in conjunction with individual performance reviews and the needs of the Department.
• Attend all mandatory training days and ensure that all mandatary training is in date.
• Assist with the orientation and induction of new staff, helping them to integrate as members of the team

Qualifications:

BSc in Radiography

CORU Registration

Experience:

Two years of cath lab experience

Knowledge:

Good understanding of legislation relating to Radiation Protection and Health & Safety

Good understanding of the concept of CPD

Why work with us?

The Hermitage Clinic are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the Hermitage Clinic team you can benefit from:

• An Education Support Programme
• Family Friendly hours available
• Development opportunities
• Opportunities for career progression
• Access to a Pension Scheme
• Subsidised Restaurant
• Free staff car parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance

Please Note:

Job descriptions are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendments to meet the changing needs of the service. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we are committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work.

Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic is committed to providing reasonable accommodation when needed. Please advise if you have particular requirements, so that we can look into arranging reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. You can contact us at [email protected]

It is essential that you have valid work permission for the Republic of Ireland to take up employment for this position.