Job responsibilities
Job Title: MRI Training Facilitator/Clinical Lead Radiographer
Main Place of Work: Cobalt Imaging Centre, Linton House Clinic,
Thirlestaine Road, Cheltenham, GL53 7AS
Responsible to: Head of MRI
Accountable to: Chief Executive
Job Purpose:
Responsible for developing the competence of radiographers who are enrolled on the
MRI trainee training programme, including induction and mandatory training for all new
trainees.
In liaison with the training facilitator team, responsible for the development, delivery
and evaluation of the MRI trainee training programme, adapting the programme
theoretical and practical learning packages where necessary to ensure they are fit for
purpose.
To supervise the MRI trainee in the clinical environment and provide practical training
and assessment for a wide range of MRI examinations working on the different MRI
systems at Cobalt Imaging Centre and at MRI mobile sites.
In liaison with the Head of MRI and Head of Training, Education and Research,
collaborate with external organisations including NHS and academic bodies in order to
promote, develop and maintain relevant training and education programs, including
future programmes which may be hosted at Cobalt Health facilities.
There is also a clinical leadership commitment within this role to provide a professional
and caring service ensuring the privacy, comfort and safety of all patients.
Key areas of responsibility will include:
It is estimated that training facilitator and clinical lead responsibilities will be split 80/20,
with the majority of the time undertaking training facilitation, supervising the MRI
trainees during clinical scanning sessions on a one to one basis, trainee performance
review and assessments. The remaining time will be committed to supporting the MRI
radiographer team.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the delivery of the MRI trainee radiographer training program.
Responsible for the development, review and adaptation of all learning and a
range of training materials.
To ensure the completion of MRI trainee radiographer induction and mandatory
training, log books, theoretical and practical assessments, training records and
successful completion of competency frameworks.
Support the Head of MRI and Head of Training, Education and Research,
collaborating with external organisations including NHS and academic bodies in order to promote, develop and maintain relevant training and education programs,
including future programmes which may be hosted at Cobalt Health facilities.
To mentor and encourage the MRI trainee radiographers, undertake review and
appraisal evaluations, develop personal development plans and set objectives.
Supervise the trainee in the clinical environment, including working alongside the
trainee undertaking MRI scanning sessions for a wide range of MRI examinations.
Responsible for ensuring trainees are adequately supported by clinical teams and
any training with supporting materials is provided to the teams to enable delivery
of the Trainee programme.
Support radiography students from the University of Gloucestershire in MRI,
liaison with University teams to ensure appropriate rostering and delivery of a
positive student experience.
To deliver MRI safety awareness training to all trainees and new Cobalt personnel
Ensure due regard is given to the customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients
and ensure patients views are sought and taken into account
Hold regular meetings with the training facilitator team.
Specific Duties
Undertake MRI and digital x-ray examinations (if agreed within scope) to cover a
wide range of procedures.
Liaise with all clinical personnel and the MRI Superintendent, ensuring effective
communication to create an efficient work environment.
Participate in the review of departmental clinical policies, procedures, processes
and pathways, liaising with the MRI Superintendent to develop and implement
improvements to ensure efficiency.
Assist with setting standards to direct department goals in accordance with Cobalt
and legislative quality assurance programs, undertake audit of performance
against departmental and corporate targets and action improvements
To ensure the safe use and maintenance of highly specialist imaging equipment
and to adhere to all local MRI and x-ray safety procedures.
Ensuring all faults with the MR, digital x-ray, ultrasound systems and peripheral
equipment are reported to ensure timely rectification of breakdowns or faults.
Conducting screening safety checks with patients prior to examination, to obtain
consent and ensure their suitability for imaging examinations.
To obtain consent and conduct safety checks prior to a patient being administered
contrast media and/or drugs specific to their examination.
Data entry on the Patient Administration (PAS) and Picture Archive (PACs)
Systems, Radiology Information System (RIS) and all other relevant IT systems
and databases.
Supervise appropriate clinical induction, MRI safety education and applications
training to MRI personnel, including trainees, students, agency or temporary
workers.
To facilitate training in cannulation procedures and administration of medicines
and Gadolinium based contrast agents (GBCAs) for new MRI and trainee
radiographers.
Attend departmental meetings.
Additional Responsibilities
To deliver and participate in educational talks and seminars related to MRI
imaging.
To assist in production and preparation of image data for publications and
presentations.
To attend training courses, seminars, conferences, careers fairs as necessary.
Management of Resources
Support the Head of MRI or MRI Superintendent with undertaking staff
appraisals, set objectives and personal development plans for MRI personnel.
To assist the Head of MRI or MRI Superintendent in the recruitment of MRI
personnel.
Supervise all aspects of medicine management as an appointed practitioner in
charge including the ordering, stock taking, usage and record keeping of
medicines supplied (prescribed and dispensed) for MRI, ultrasound and rapid
access clinics in line with current legislation.
Line management
This senior lead position will be responsible for assisting the MRI Superintendent with
the day to day supervision of MRI radiographers, trainees and students working at the
site.
Personal Development
All Cobalt staff are required to participate in the organisations annual appraisal review
scheme. The end of year appraisal will include a personal development review where
progress made over the last year is discussed and agreed. Focus on the following
years departmental and personal objectives will be identified, discussed and agreed.
Health and Safety
In addition to any responsibilities specified within your job description above, it is your
duty to:
Take reasonable care of the health and safety of yourself and of the other
people who may be affected by actions and omissions at work.
Co-operate with the employer in ensuring that all statutory and other
requirements are complied with.
Infection Control
To be aware of responsibilities for infection prevention and control.
Co-operate with the employer in ensuring that all infection prevention and
control policies and procedures are complied with.
Conduct hand hygiene in accordance with Cobalt policy, challenging those
around you who do not.
Disclosure and Barring
All appointments are subject to a satisfactory check by the Disclosure and Barring
Service. Failure to disclose any previous convictions or cautions may result in the
withdrawal of the post or termination of contract
Confidentiality
Under no circumstances either during or after the end of your employment (however it
is terminated) may you divulge to any unauthorised person confidential information
relating to the Charity. This includes, but is not limited to, information covering patients,
individual staff records, industrial relations, financial affairs, contract terms and prices
or business forecasts.
Equality and Diversity
It is the responsibility of all employees to support the Charitys vision of promoting a
positive approach to diversity and equality of opportunity, to eliminate discrimination
and disadvantage in service delivery and employment, and to manage, support or
comply through the implementation of Equality & Diversity Strategies and Policies.
Data Protection
If required to do so, to obtain, process and/or use information held on computer or
other IT system in a fair and lawful way. To hold data only for specific registered
purpose and not use or disclose it in any way incompatible with such purpose. To
disclose data only to authorised persons or organisations as instructed.
Information Governance
You should be aware of all information governance policies and procedures, in order
to ensure necessary safeguards are upheld for the appropriate use of patient and
personal information.
This is an outline of the post-holder's duties and responsibilities. It is not intended as an
exhaustive list and may change from time to time in order to meet the changing needs of the
Charity. This post is subject to the terms and conditions of employment of Cobalt Health.
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