Band 7 Lead Plain Film Radiographer

Responsibility The Band 7 Plain Film Imaging Lead Radiographer will be expected to work competently within the plain film service at Luton and Dunstable University Hospital, providing leadership and professional support to ensure the safe, efficient and effective delivery of imaging services. • Ensure that patient care is delivered with the highest regard for privacy, dignity and respect at all times. This includes supporting patients with their individual needs, including assistance with personal hygiene, toileting and the safe handling and disposal of bodily fluids where required. • Ensure that patients are appropriately prepared, both physically and psychologically, for imaging examinations, providing clear explanations and reassurance where necessary. • Communicate complex or sensitive information effectively to patients, relatives and colleagues, overcoming potential barriers to understanding. • Take responsibility for patients during imaging examinations, adapting care appropriately according to the patients age, clinical condition and individual needs, while demonstrating empathy, reassurance and professionalism. • Apply specialist knowledge and clinical judgement when assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care within the imaging pathway. • Ensure the safe handling and movement of patients using appropriate equipment and approved manual handling techniques in accordance with departmental and Trust policies. • Exercise sound analytical and judgement skills when communicating condition related information to patients, relatives, clinicians and other healthcare professionals, supporting effective multidisciplinary collaboration. • As the Plain Film Imaging Lead, contribute to the operational oversight of the plain film service, supporting the maintenance of high clinical standards, service efficiency and continuous improvement within the department. Training • Maintain own professional competence and continuing professional development in accordance with professional and regulatory standards. • Supervise and actively participate in the clinical training of student radiographers and qualified radiographers, acting as a mentor where appropriate. • Support the professional development of radiographers and other staff within the department, encouraging the development of clinical skills and professional behaviours. • Participate in the training and education of imaging assistants and other healthcare professionals working within the imaging department. • Organise and deliver tutorials, teaching sessions and practical training within the plain film service to support the ongoing development of staff and maintain high standards of clinical practice. Job description Job responsibilities Responsibility The Band 7 Plain Film Imaging Lead Radiographer will be expected to work competently within the plain film service at Luton and Dunstable University Hospital, providing leadership and professional support to ensure the safe, efficient and effective delivery of imaging services. • Ensure that patient care is delivered with the highest regard for privacy, dignity and respect at all times. This includes supporting patients with their individual needs, including assistance with personal hygiene, toileting and the safe handling and disposal of bodily fluids where required. • Ensure that patients are appropriately prepared, both physically and psychologically, for imaging examinations, providing clear explanations and reassurance where necessary. • Communicate complex or sensitive information effectively to patients, relatives and colleagues, overcoming potential barriers to understanding. • Take responsibility for patients during imaging examinations, adapting care appropriately according to the patients age, clinical condition and individual needs, while demonstrating empathy, reassurance and professionalism. • Apply specialist knowledge and clinical judgement when assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care within the imaging pathway. • Ensure the safe handling and movement of patients using appropriate equipment and approved manual handling techniques in accordance with departmental and Trust policies. • Exercise sound analytical and judgement skills when communicating condition related information to patients, relatives, clinicians and other healthcare professionals, supporting effective multidisciplinary collaboration. • As the Plain Film Imaging Lead, contribute to the operational oversight of the plain film service, supporting the maintenance of high clinical standards, service efficiency and continuous improvement within the department. Training • Maintain own professional competence and continuing professional development in accordance with professional and regulatory standards. • Supervise and actively participate in the clinical training of student radiographers and qualified radiographers, acting as a mentor where appropriate. • Support the professional development of radiographers and other staff within the department, encouraging the development of clinical skills and professional behaviours. • Participate in the training and education of imaging assistants and other healthcare professionals working within the imaging department. • Organise and deliver tutorials, teaching sessions and practical training within the plain film service to support the ongoing development of staff and maintain high standards of clinical practice.