Site Lead Radiographer

at  Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Attend team management meeting with cross-site Managers and Lead Radiographer to propose and assist in the implementation of service changes in response to current NHS trends e.g. casualty waiting times and 2 week cancer wait. Lead and support others during service developments Working with the Operational Service Manager and Trust Lead Radiographer to participate in the development of any necessary changes to the service to accommodate the Department of Health Targets e.g. A&E waiting times, and cancer diagnosis and treatment targets.
Work with Consultant Radiologists to develop, implement and monitor compliance of imaging protocols, to provide an optimum examination. Work with the Operational Service Manager, and Trust Lead Radiographer to develop, implement and monitor compliance of Department policies and procedures. Implement and monitor compliance of Trust policies and procedures. In line with agreed protocols, develop the radiography service by the extension of skill mix and role extension of all staff.
Liaise with clinicians and specialist staff to ensure Government targets and guidelines for cancer and stroke are met. Involvement in procurement of new equipment and capital planning

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