title: Developing radiographer roles in the context of advanced and consultant practice.
abstract: Skill-mix initiatives have provided opportunities for radiographers to develop roles and achieve their potential, thus contributing to radiographer retention rates and increased job satisfaction. This reflective article explores two radiographic roles within an interprofessional context including the implications for confidence, competence, and future sustainability. These were reporting roles which extended into two modalities, one into bone densitometry and another into ultrasound. This article discusses how successful skill mix can benefit the individual, their department, and NHS organization and that role expansion can develop a more dynamic and resourceful workforce with transferability of skills and attributes.
authors.affiliation: Radiology Department, Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust, Pinderfields Hospital Aberford Road, Wakefield, WF1 4DG, U.K.
authors.forename: Lisa J
authors.initials: LJ
authors.lastname: Field
authors.affiliation: Radiology Department, Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust, Pinderfields Hospital Aberford Road, Wakefield, WF1 4DG, U.K.
authors.forename: Beverly A
authors.initials: BA
authors.lastname: Snaith
keywords: Advanced practice; bone densitometry; dual-energy absorptiometry; professional boundaries; radiographer reporting; skill mix; ultrasound