JOB TITLE: Consultant

DEPARTMENT: Radiology

REPORTS TO (TITLE): Head of the Radiology Department (HOD)

Primary Objective

·      Provide specialized radiological services in diagnostic imaging to facilitate the accurate diagnoses of disease and injury through medical imaging techniques such as X-rays, Fluoroscopy, computed tomography (CT), Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), Mammography and Ultrasound.

·      Work under the direction of and report to the HOD.

·      Liaise with physicians and radiographers in day-to-day operations of the department.

Number of Persons Managed/supervised and their Positions

·      Direct reporting as per the approved organizational structure.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

·      Assess, diagnose and appropriately treat patients within the clinical setting.

·      Ensure that the patients receive optimum care and satisfactory service from radiographers.

·      Receive and respond to referrals from clinicians in a timely manner.

·      Interpret and prepare all the radiology reports for the use of referring physicians, the police or the coroner and dispatch them on a timely basis and ensure that the reports reflect a high standard of competency and accuracy.

·      Report all radiology examinations and communicate critical reports to the referring clinician.

·      Hold meetings and discussions with the patient’s families and caregivers.

·      Verify the appropriateness of the investigation requested.

·      Execute the procedures as per established guidelines.

·      Sequence examinations according to priority.

·      Prepare police and/ or coroner’s reports as required.

·      Maintain patient confidentiality.

·      Share responsibility for data protection arising out of the use of computers and maintain good practices in the handling of confidential information.

·      Ensure total adherence to infection control policies and practices.

·      Guide and perform radiology procedures within department, at bedside or in OT as and when required.

·      Assist and complement the HOD in resolving administrative and clinical issues.

·      Provide on call/ emergency duties as required.

·      Ensure Informed Consent is obtained prior to the provision of care.

·      Maintenance of continuous measurement and reporting in terms of - access, discharge, service provision and clinical care.

·      Ensure the participation and representation in relevant committees/meetings.

·      Process correspondence related to patients and respond to patient complaints.

·      Perform other administrative duties related to patient care.

·      Adhere to established protocols, guidelines and practice standards pertaining to the area of clinical practice.

·      Liaise with other clinicians engaged in patient care.

·      Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with medical colleagues in other specialties and participate in regular clinical meetings and other activities.

·      Participate in developing protocols and guidelines for general and specific examinations.

·      Undertake regular upgradation of protocols and procedures.

·      Attend and contribute to regular departmental and academic meetings.

·      Ensure participation and commitment in the different quality improvement, risk management and patient safety activities in the hospital.

·      Contribute to achieving and maintaining key performance indicators for the department.

·      Engage actively in the clinical audit and other clinical governance processes.

·      Participate in and facilitate production of all data/information required to validate delivery of duties and functions and inform the planning and management of service delivery.

·      Contribute to the development of efficient pathways of care in accordance with the current best practices and national guidelines.

·      Participate in the unit’s strategic approach towards education, training, and development, while considering the requirements of each staff, service requirements, and the availability of in-house and commissioned education programmes.

·      Engage in research activities when opportunities arise and ensure the use of evidence-based practice within the department/unit.

·      Provide teaching and oversee medical students and junior physicians in the care and treatment of patients and performance of required procedures within the department.

·      Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks and participating in professional organizations.

·      Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure ethical care.

·      Provide inputs in procurement of capital equipment.

·      Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks and participating in professional organizations.

·      Provide on call/ emergency duties as required.

·      Perform additional duties as required and assigned by the HOD

Academic Qualifications and Experience

·      Registered medical practitioner with St. Lucia Medical & Dental Council.

·      A Postgraduate qualification in Radiology from a recognised institution

·      Preferred minimum of 3 years of experience as a Radiology Consultant.

·      Experience and qualifications in Interventional Radiology preferred/regarded favorably

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

·      Expert knowledge and ability to perform all appropriate techniques required to undertake general and special minimally invasive radiological procedures.

·      Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

·      Advanced ability to motivate, coach and mentor subordinate team members.

·      Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

·      Relevant clinical skills to facilitate accurate interpretation of outcomes.

·      Expert knowledge of relevant radiology equipment and machinery.

·      Advanced ability to lead and direct team members of the radiology unit.