Dexa Reporting and Lead Radiographer

Job summary

We are seeking a qualified Dexa Reporting and Lead Radiographer to join our developing Dexa service. Applications may also be accepted from experienced Dexa Radiographers who are seeking a development opportunity and are willing to undertake the required training to gain a reporting qualification.

You will be based at the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) in Newmarket where you will be required to participate in the management of the clinical workload as well as reporting. You will have working with new technology in a new Community facility.

Please note:

If you are recruited as a trainee Dexa reporting Radiographer you will be paid at AfC band 6 throughout the training period (approximately 12 - 18 months) and will move to band 7 upon successful completion of post-graduate qualification, achievement of required competencies and approval to report autonomously.

There will be a requirement to attend ad-hoc training days at the West Suffolk Hospital site throughout the training period. The working hours of the post are extended days (0800 - 2000) across a 7-day working pattern.

If you feel you meet the essential criteria in the person specification or would be willing to complete the required training to achieve this, and you are committed to delivering excellent patient care and a high-quality service then this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

Main duties of the job Undertake Dexa reporting in line with departmental protocols. You will be expected to participate in the planning, organisation, leadership and management of the Dexa service. Play an integral role in delivering the Dexa and x-ray service, working clinically when required.

Maintain an interest in the profession and knowledge of new techniques and protocols, attending courses where necessary, in line with service demand. Continue a personal development plan with guidance from the appraisal system, updating knowledge in specialist area.

Participate in the training program in place for radiography students and on occasions other students, from school leavers to junior doctors. Assist and guide more junior and/or newly qualified Radiographer Reporting Practitioners. Provide regular lectures/training to enhance radiographers' learning for their CPD.

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Job description

Job

responsibilities

Please see job description and person specification attached to view main responsibilities of role. The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward).

It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge. Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.

We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team. With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work.

Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be. We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.

Person Specification

Education and

qualifications

Essential oRecognised post-graduate qualification in Dexa x-ray reporting or willingness to work towards oDegree or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography. oValid HCPC registration.

Desirable oPrevious demonstrable Dexa reporting experience within NHS Trust. oCompletion of NOS or equivalent DXEA theoretical training Experience and knowledge Essential oAt least 1 year Dexa Clinical Experience oDemonstrable leadership experience oA good understanding of the Quality Standard for Imaging (QSI) oDemonstrable experience of managing conflicting demands and priorities, carrying out the role of team leader. oEvidence of recent experience working in a dynamic NHS Radiology department oPractical (acquisition and analysis) and Theoretical (osteoporosis and falls, risk factors, treatments) knowledge of DEXA oKnowledge of Royal Osteoporotic Society (ROS) and NICE guidelines for the provision of DEXA scanning services Desirable oPrevious NHS experience oExperience of observing Dexa reporting of a qualified practitioner oExperience of participating in audit and governance activities oExperience in DXA reporting oEvidence of recent CPD activities relating to radiographer reporting oDemonstrable and valuable recent experience of a wide range of radiographic techniques Skills and abilities Essential oAbility to complete a recognised post- graduate qualification in Dexa reporting (if required) oLeadership skills: significant experience of leading a team and running an area of work. oAbility to effectively communicate with all grades of staff using a range of communication methods oConfident and assertive, but diplomatic and approachable oAble to work as part of a team and independently, managing own time and workload as well as that of others oAble to use own initiative oConfident to represent the department at meetings as required oAble to work as part of a small dept team and a larger MDT oDemonstrable analytical skills Desirable oGood ability to deal with conflict and manage difficult situations. oPathway or service development/improvement skills Personal qualities Essential oAmbitious oAble to respond well to developmental feedback and apply reflection to enhance performance oApproachable and Professional oProfessional oGood general health to meet the demands of manual handing patients and heavy equipment oFlexible approach to working hours and area allocation, which may change at short notice in line with service needs oGood time-keeping skills oCommitment to own personal development oAble to cope with stressful and emotional circumstances oAbility to cope under pressure with conflicting priorities and deadlines oHonest, trustworthy and reliable Desirable oWillingness to complete a recognised leadership and management qualification oFlexible with regard to working hours.

Able to participate in 7 day working.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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