Ultrasonographer - UPMC Whitfield

at  UPMC

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Radiography orThe Diploma of the College of Radiographers and be validated by the Department of Health.
• CORU registration is essential.
• Minimum of graduate diploma in ultrasound.Qualification must be recognised and validated by the Irish Institute of Radiography.Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development

OVERVIEW OF ROLE:

The Diagnostic Imaging Department provides a service to both Inpatients and Outpatients. It includes General Radiography, Theatre Imaging, Ultrasound, DEXA, MRI and /CT and CathLab services. The holder of this post will work as a member of the Radiography Department and multi-disciplinary teams, providing a high-quality Radiography and Ultrasound service to patients in assigned areas in accordance with professional standards of practice.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To participate in the Radiology Service on a daily basis in the Ultrasound and to be pro-active in undertaking training that will allow for up-skilling and development within the profession.
• To undertake sonographic examinations as required; general and vascular.
• To be aware of own limitations in terms of expertise and experience and not to be afraid to ask for assistance or advice from more senior staff.
• To participate in an out of hours service, if required.
• To maintain, and be accountable for, high standards in Patient Care and Radiographic Techniques.
• To follow directions of RSM or/and Consultant Radiologist and departmental protocols where applicable.
• To provide a quality service for patients by ensuring that every patient is treated as an individual in terms of courtesy, kindness, efficiency, efficacy and confidentiality.
• 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 also in the 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 dept. and also 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.
• 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:
• Clinical risk reporting policy
• Occupational Health
• Facilities Management
• Patient Moving and Handling
• Resuscitation / Basic Life Support
• Health and Safety
• Departmental Financial & Budgetary Controls
• Patient Complaints procedure
• Falls Management programme
• 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.
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• 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.To attend regular in-house training

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Radiography orThe Diploma of the College of Radiographers and be validated by the Department of Health.
• CORU registration is essential.

• Minimum of graduate diploma in ultrasound.Qualification must be recognised and validated by the Irish Institute of Radiography.Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development.

• • Minimum of 2 years clinical experience as a sonographer.
• Good working knowledge of the RIS system
• Ability to manage in a rapidly changing environment and a willingness to undertake such additional duties within the Diagnostic Imaging Department as may be assigned from time to time.
• Strong awareness of Radiation Safety.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety.Demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of current theory & practice in Diagnostic Radiography.
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• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Adaptability to changes in healthcare.
• Initiative and innovation.
• Stewardship.
• Excellent self-management skills.
• Work well within a team environment.
• All posts in UPMC Whitfield hospital require a high level of flexibility to ensure the delivery of an effective and efficient service. Therefore, the post holder will be required to demonstrate flexibility as and when required by their manager or hospital management.
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