▷ [Immediate Start] Clinical Practice Tutor (Senior Radiographer Grade)

Overview

Post Title: Clinical Practice Tutor

Post Status: Permanent

Department: Imaging & Interventional Radiology Directorate

Location: Beaumont Hospital & Affiliated Sites

Reports to: Radiology Services and Business Manager

Salary: Appointment will be made on the Senior Radiographer Scale (€56,185 - €65,062) at a point in line with Government pay policy

Hours of work: Full-Time, 35 hours

Closing Date: 12 Noon on 14/02/2025

Please note the hospital reserves the right to close the competition early should a substantial number of applications be received.

Purpose of the Role: The Clinical Practice Tutor is responsible for the effective management of all student radiographers in Beaumont Hospital, notably the supervision and assessment of clinical training as part of the undergraduate curriculum.

Responsibilities

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

- Support the teaching and learning of the undergraduate radiography programme, particularly clinical placement management and supervision/assessment of students during clinical rotations.
- Provide induction to students on Radiography Clinical Education, site policies, and PPPG relevant to their placements.
- Teach and support diagnostic imaging-specific modules and contribute to the delivery and assessment.
- Plan and implement an effective training programme for radiography students on clinical placement within Beaumont Hospital and its satellite units.
- Develop the capacity and quality of the undergraduate Radiography Clinical Education Programme and support both students and radiographers.
- Ensure good radiation practices are observed and understood by students.
- Organise tutorial, group, and peer learning activities for students on placement.
- Prepare student rotas and coordinate students assigned to practice education sites according to service demands and learning objectives.
- Provide ongoing feedback to students about their performance, in conjunction with the radiographers.
- Participate in the clinical supervision of students in collaboration with radiographers.
- Facilitate communication and effective working relationships between the hospital and the university.

Documentation

- Maintain accurate records of student attendance and reasons for absence.
- Formulate student rotas in collaboration with the undergraduate Clinical Co-ordinator and RSM1’s.
- Compile reports at the end of each clinical module for the undergraduate clinical co-ordinator.

Service and Standards

- Maintain high standards of clinical/non-clinical practice.
- Keep abreast of research and practice developments in relevant areas.
- Participate in clinical service to maintain clinical competence.
- Ensure compliance with departmental PPPGs, health and safety guidelines, and infection control procedures.
- Contribute to forward planning and service development.
- Participate in performance reviews.
- Undertake additional responsibilities related to clinical education as assigned.
- Assist with the induction of new staff.
- Ensure high standards of radiographic images.
- Report issues to Radiography Services Managers.
- Communicate with staff to ensure efficient patient flow.
- Advise junior staff on Radiation Protection Protocols.
- Participate in on-call rota and sessional duties.
- Ensure patient comfort during procedures.
- Lead the team to deliver a caring, efficient, and confidential radiographic service.
- Conduct radiographic and imaging examinations as required.
- Maintain flexibility to accommodate urgent cases.
- Contribute to the development of operational policies and guidelines.
- Participate in equipment selection and training.
- Attend required meetings and keep staff updated.
- Motivate team members.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Radiology Services and Business Manager.

Technical/Clinical Competencies and Skills Required

- Demonstrate clinical proficiency in Radiographic Imaging.
- Demonstrate professional knowledge of current theory, research, and best practices in radiography.
- Commit to personal and professional development.
- Show knowledge and experience in radiography clinical education.
- Educate and mentor students, staff, and colleagues.
- Facilitate and manage learning processes, providing constructive feedback.
- Exhibit strong interpersonal skills and the ability to present complex information clearly.
- Demonstrate diplomacy, discretion, and negotiation skills.
- Show leadership and team management abilities.
- Exhibit flexibility and adaptability in a changing environment.
- Demonstrate organizational and administrative skills.
- Show problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Take direction and follow through as required.
- Apply best practice guidelines and protocols in Radiography.
- Exhibit evidence of IT skills.

Professional

- Treat every patient respectfully and provide a high-quality service.
- Communicate courteously with all staff.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding patients.
- Adhere to relevant policies and procedures of Beaumont Imaging & Interventional Radiology Directorate.
- Ensure compliance with hygiene standards in the hospital.
- Implement effective safety procedures per the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005.
- Use Information Technology appropriately, respecting confidentiality laws.

Safety

- Promote a safe environment for staff, students, and patients.
- Ensure compliance with Radiation Protection Rules and Regulations.
- Understand and comply with hospital policies on infection control and safety.
- Stay updated on clinical, technical, and radiographic developments regarding radiation safety.
- Promote the ALARA principle.
- Investigate and act on complaints, accidents, and incidents per hospital policy.
- Understand HIQA Standards applicable to the role.
- Support sustainable practices in the health service.

Quality Assurance:

- Act according to hospital policy regarding complaints and incidents.
- Be accountable for service quality, including customer service and technical aspects.
- Participate in routine inspections and quality assurance procedures.
- Engage in the Radiographer’s Quality Assurance Programme and report equipment issues.
- Ensure compliance with Radiation Protection Rules and Regulations.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety in the department.
- Pay attention to personal appearance while on duty.

Legislation

- Maintain knowledge of regulations regarding medical ionising radiation protection.
- Ensure students understand and comply with hospital PPPGS and relevant legislation on radiation safety.

The successful candidate will work with:

- Undergraduate Clinical Co-ordinators and Head of Teaching, Radiography and Diagnostic Imaging (University)
- Radiographers
- Radiology Services and Business Manager, RSM1s and Quality CSR.

Please note radiographers hired by Beaumont Hospital may be assigned to work in various radiology installations.

The core focus of the CPT role is to develop a positive, patient-focused education program. When service provision needs to be maintained, the CPT will be placed in a clinical role. Scheduling of assessments and teaching sessions will be discussed weekly with RSM1s.

* The above Role Profile is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved, and the post holder may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Selection Criteria:

Applications will be assessed based on how well candidates satisfy these criteria.

Mandatory:

- Possess a Degree in Radiography or the Diploma of the College of Radiographers*
- Or possess a qualification at least equivalent to (a) above*
- Applicants must be registered with the Radiographers Registration Board of CORU, the Health and Social Care Professionals Council.
- Have not less than three years satisfactory post-qualification experience.

Post specific requirements:

Demonstrate experience in clinical teaching within the hospital setting and evidence of research activity.

Post holder must be present when students are in the department; on-call cannot impact on student supervision.

Desirable:

Basic life support

Supplementary information:

The Hospital: www.beaumont.ie

Management Unit: www.beaumont.ie/hr

Informal Enquiries ONLY: (Please note NO APPLICATIONS will be accepted via the Informal Email)

Name: Jack O'Shea

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