Basic Grade Radiographer - MRI, 11 Month FTC - UPMC Whitfield Hospital, Waterford

General To participate in the general radiography service on a daily basis in the assigned area and to be pro-active in undertaking training that will allow for up-skilling and development within the profession. To participate in an out of hours service as required. To maintain, and be accountable for, high standards in patient care and radiographic techniques. To ensure that the principles of radiation protection (justification, optimisation, ALARA and dose limits) are adhered to, and to follow the “local rules”. To comply with the directives of statutory instruments, To maintain an up to date clinical and technical knowledge and take advice and training where required. To maintain a clean and safe work environment and adhere to health and safety guidelines. To report any equipment faults to the designated supervisor and document the fault in the appropriate log folder. To participate in routine Q.A. procedures and in the UPMC accreditation process as required. To be familiar, and comply with, any relevant legislation and operational policies, such as the ionising radiation regulations, fire regulations, infection control and local procedures as set out within the department and hospital. To maintain a good working relationship with colleagues and other staff at departmental level and throughout the hospital. To undertake any further training courses as required to provide a quality service in the department and for continuous professional development. To undertake other duties appropriate to the Post as directed by the consultant radiologist and/or radiology services manager consistent with service needs. To undertake a pro-active role in the accreditation process on an on-going basis, as set out by UPMC. To develop and maintain a high level of knowledge of the following and always practice within the guidelines and policies written at both unit and Hospital level: 1. Clinical risk reporting policy 2. Occupational health 3. Facilities management 4. Patient moving and handling 5. Resuscitation / Basic Life Support 6. Health and safety 7. Departmental financial budgetary controls 8. Patient complaints procedures 9. Falls management programme Information Resources To be an efficient user of the Radiology Information System (RIS) and the PACS system and any other systems required to fulfil the duties on a daily basis. To develop skills and be able to use information technology to collate and analyse data for presentation at Departmental meetings as required. Health and Safety Ensure that work is carried out in a safe manner in accordance with the provisions of the Health, Safety and Welfare at Work Act and/or other related legislation. All staff are responsible for identifying, assessing, and reporting all risks and for contributing to the management and review of all risks.