(SCoR), which includes maintaining and enhancing their personal scope of practice through continuous professional development.

Radiographers are accountable under regulations such as the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2000 (IR(ME)R) and the Health and Safety at Work Act1974. The National Occupational Standards for CT scanning define the core competencies for radiographers. Many radiographers extend their expertise through advanced education and training at the Master’s (MSc) or Doctorate (PhD) level, enabling them to take on advanced or consultant practitioner roles.

A radiographer's duty is to produce high-quality CT images safely, applying their knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and radiography to ensure scans are appropriate and meet patients' needs.

Role of the Radiography Workforce in CT Imaging

Radiographers are integral to delivering diagnostic imaging and radiotherapy services across the UK. Their work is crucial in providing fast, reliable diagnoses and treatment for a wide range of conditions, including cancer. They play a pivotal role in the healthcare system, ensuring that the right diagnostic examinations are performed at the right time, using the most appropriate equipment and techniques, with prompt results to guide patient care.

The SCoR advocates for high standards of care, shaping healthcare policies, and leading on professional issues. With over 90% of the radiography workforce in its membership, the SCoR ensures that radiographers work in safe and fair environments and that patients receive the best possible care.

Radiation Protection

CT imaging involves higher radiation doses compared to conventional X-rays. Therefore, CT radiographers must have a deep understanding of radiation protection, particularly for vulnerable groups like children and young adults. They must comply with statutory regulations to ensure patient safety.

Patient Care

CT radiographers are involved throughout the patient’s care journey, from receiving the referral to conducting the scan, issuing results, and recommending follow-up care. They must be responsive to the unique needs of each patient, which may include mobility issues, learning difficulties, sensory impairments, or language barriers.

Patients often experience anxiety or uncertainty about their CT scan and results, so radiographers must provide compassionate and personalised care. Effective communication skills are essential for building patient confidence and ensuring a smooth and successful examination process.

An efficient CT radiography team shares a common ethos and objective. Radiographers must be adaptable to changes in the healthcare environment, proactive in identifying issues, and confident in challenging decisions that may not serve the best interests of the patient.

CT radiographers must ensure that each examination is performed at the right time and place for the correct patient.

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