Job Description

The Radiology department is looking for an experienced, motivated and enthusiastic radiographer to join our friendly and supportive team. Where we aim to deliver a successful, high quality radiology service, delivered from the BDH site.



Teaching various students dental radiography forms a key part of the role so a commitment to teaching and personal CPD to update knowledge is essential.



The successful candidate will require a high level of clinical imaging (experience in Dental & Maxillofacial imaging is desirable,) and IT knowledge. The existing systems include the Picture Archiving and Communications System (PACS), Radiology Information System (RIS) and various communication and specialist reporting services used in the Division.



The appointee will be expected to work a flexible shift pattern between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm, to suit service requirements.



The post holder should have a BSc or DCR(R) in Diagnostic Radiography, be State Registered (HCPC) and have previous post-graduate experience. They must be a team player who is able to work on their own initiative. The post holder will be expected to provide supervision and mentorship for various student groups. As a specialist hospital the appointee will be expected to provide a high standard of radiography in all dental, maxillofacial, temporomandibular and salivary gland views undertaken, to ensure that all patients receive the maximum care.



Teaching various students dental radiography forms a key part of the post so a commitment to teaching and personal CPD to update knowledge is essential. The appointee will be expected to work a flexible shift pattern between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm, to suit service requirements. There will also be cover required for an outreach centre in Birmingham City centre on a rotational basis.



Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.



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



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.



To adhere to COSSH procedures as there is contact with hazardous substances, i.e.;

fixer and developer chemicals.



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.



Help identify training needs and assist in developing training programmes for these

groups.



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.



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.



Develop and participate in departmental, hospital and outreach centre quality assurance and audit programmes as required.



Participate in on-going training programmes, mandatory and professional CPD.



Communicate effectively with patients to describe what is required of them for the

requested examination to be performed.



Support the patient through their treatment in the x-ray department and outreach centre.



Deal with all patients' verbal complaints in accordance with trust policies and

procedures.



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.



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



To take responsibility for the day to day running of the department in the absence of the

Superintendent Radiographer on a designated rotational basis.



To record and report all breakdowns and faults of equipment to the Superintendent

Radiographer



To record and report all defects and breakages of fixtures and fittings and take

appropriate action to instigate repair.



To ensure that high standards of cleanliness of the environment and equipment are

maintained.



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.



To report any accident or injury occurring in the X-ray Department and the Outreach

Centre to the Superintendent Radiographer.



To maintain and ensure others maintain a safe, clean and tidy environment.



To act at all times with consideration for the safety and welfare of patients, visitors and

staff.



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.



To be aware of the implications of the Health and Safety at Work Act, IR(ME)R

Regulations and ensure guidelines are followed.



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



To assist in the clinical and theoretical training of student radiographers, student

therapists, undergraduate dentists and dental nurses, and facilitate all staff

development.



To perform clinical assessments for therapists, dental undergraduates and dental

nurses, both student and post qualified.



Liason/Communication



To liaise with Radiographic colleagues, the office staff and secretarial staff.



To liaise with clinicians and staff on the clinics on a regular basis.



To liaise with any other personnel to promote good working relationships.



To communicate effectively with children with learning difficulties and special needs.



To carry out duties, e.g. lectures, presentations, etc, to assist in promotion of the

service.