Job summary
The
Bone Densitometry (DXA) Service is within the Radiology Service at Leeds
Teaching Hospitals Trusts.
The
service performs a full range of bone densitometry investigations for various
specialities within the Trust and for GPs, is part of a fracture liaison
service, and supports research studies.
We
are seeking to appoint an experienced DXA technologist/radiographer to be a
specialist in all areas of DXA imaging for both adults and paediatrics. The successful candidate should have
experience of performing a full range of investigative scans, including
vertebral fracture assessment. The job holder will be able provide a written
authorised final report to the referring clinician and advise further
investigations or treatment.
Main duties of the job
The
post will be based across the Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust where you will
work with the team of DXA radiographers to acquire and analyse DXA imaging.
They will have experience of working in a team, working with patients (adult
and paediatric) and in training staff in DXA imaging.
The
post holder participates in all technical aspects of the provision of the DXA
service. In addition, the post holder will interpret the results to provide
an independent diagnostic report to the referrer.
In
particular, the post holder:
Carries out patient scans.
Analyses patient scans using
proprietary computer software.
Interprets analysed scans.
Participates in the administration
of the service.
About us
The
Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust provides tertiary and secondary care and
covers a wide geographical area. The Radiology Service delivers a diagnostic
and treatment service for approximately 600,000 patients a year on 6 sites.
The service comprises several imaging modalities, each with up to 100 staff,
providing a high-quality clinical radiology service for patients.
THE
LEEDS WAY VALUES
Our
values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this
as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our
staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:
Patient-centred
Collaborative
Fair
Accountable
Empowered
All
our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any
questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For
a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to
the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Summary
of Principle duties and areas of responsibility
Be responsible for independently
carrying out a full range of bone densitometry patient investigations,
including authorisation of referrals, analysis reporting of scans. Providing
treatment advises where necessary.
Participate in reviewing existing
procedures and the development of new procedures relevant to the provision of
the service.
Participate in the provision of
training of staff.
Participate in the investigation of
novel applications of bone densitometry scanners and possible service
developments.
Participate in clinical research
projects relevant to the speciality.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For
a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to
the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Summary
of Principle duties and areas of responsibility
Be responsible for independently
carrying out a full range of bone densitometry patient investigations,
including authorisation of referrals, analysis reporting of scans. Providing
treatment advises where necessary.
Participate in reviewing existing
procedures and the development of new procedures relevant to the provision of
the service.
Participate in the provision of
training of staff.
Participate in the investigation of
novel applications of bone densitometry scanners and possible service
developments.
Participate in clinical research
projects relevant to the speciality.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (or equivalent) in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent/Diploma of the College in Radiographers (Diagnostic)
- Radiographers must hold a state registration (HCPC)
- Post Graduate Qualification
- Expand upon core knowledge using Evidence Based Practice (EBP/Commitment to undergo all training requirements of the post.
- Take a leading role in clinical training programmes in DXA. Acting as a source of highly specialist complex information to more junior staff.
Desirable
- MSc in Radiography/higher diploma in Radiography
- Research module at degree level or evidence of research in practice
- Attendance on assessor course
- Attendance at professional lectures, study days and workshops
- Contribution to CPD programme
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of experience /expertise in DXA
- Evidence of sound knowledge of clinical practice
- Understanding of specific legislation or guidance appropriate to DXA
- In depth knowledge of current protocols relating to all aspects of DXA imaging practice
- Understanding of IRMER (2017), Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), COSHH and other relevant Trust/departmental policies
- Knowledge of pathologies which may affect patient management
- Knowledge of imaging equipment and its use in different clinical environments
- Undertaking audit
Desirable
- Attendance at professional lectures, study days and workshops
- Contribution to CPD programme
Practical Skills or Additional Requirements
Essential
- To supervise and teach in the workplace.
- High level of manual dexterity required for image interpretation, manipulation, recovery
- Skilled computer operator in specialist area and advanced knowledge of expensive radiographic equipment
- Ability to manage and delegate workflow of the department.
- Ability to work under pressure and under varying frequencies of workflow
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Advanced interpersonal & communication skills (verbal and non-verbal), with management, staff and patients.
- Skills and knowledge to expand the patient's medical history by direct discussion and focussed questioning
- Professional attitude and appearance/ Punctuality
- Maintenance of a safe working environment, following trust and national policies and procedures.
- Exhibiting skills of a senior radiographer, helping to motivate others within the team
- Ability to work independently and use own initiative to solve problems and make decisions
Desirable
- Commitment for career progression
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (or equivalent) in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent/Diploma of the College in Radiographers (Diagnostic)
- Radiographers must hold a state registration (HCPC)
- Post Graduate Qualification
- Expand upon core knowledge using Evidence Based Practice (EBP/Commitment to undergo all training requirements of the post.
- Take a leading role in clinical training programmes in DXA. Acting as a source of highly specialist complex information to more junior staff.
Desirable
- MSc in Radiography/higher diploma in Radiography
- Research module at degree level or evidence of research in practice
- Attendance on assessor course
- Attendance at professional lectures, study days and workshops
- Contribution to CPD programme
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of experience /expertise in DXA
- Evidence of sound knowledge of clinical practice
- Understanding of specific legislation or guidance appropriate to DXA
- In depth knowledge of current protocols relating to all aspects of DXA imaging practice
- Understanding of IRMER (2017), Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), COSHH and other relevant Trust/departmental policies
- Knowledge of pathologies which may affect patient management
- Knowledge of imaging equipment and its use in different clinical environments
- Undertaking audit
Desirable
- Attendance at professional lectures, study days and workshops
- Contribution to CPD programme
Practical Skills or Additional Requirements
Essential
- To supervise and teach in the workplace.
- High level of manual dexterity required for image interpretation, manipulation, recovery
- Skilled computer operator in specialist area and advanced knowledge of expensive radiographic equipment
- Ability to manage and delegate workflow of the department.
- Ability to work under pressure and under varying frequencies of workflow
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Advanced interpersonal & communication skills (verbal and non-verbal), with management, staff and patients.
- Skills and knowledge to expand the patient's medical history by direct discussion and focussed questioning
- Professional attitude and appearance/ Punctuality
- Maintenance of a safe working environment, following trust and national policies and procedures.
- Exhibiting skills of a senior radiographer, helping to motivate others within the team
- Ability to work independently and use own initiative to solve problems and make decisions
Desirable
- Commitment for career progression
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
