Structuring improved work environments for newly-qualified radiographers

South African radiography leadership co-constructing radiation protection change ideas

“…A belief supported by the theory of planned behaviour since the successful performance of an intended behaviour depends on having the information skills and abilities to perform the behaviour [29] . In support Chipere, Motaung and Nkosi's study found that radiographers assign job satisfaction to environments fostering continued learning [30] .…”

Retention of radiographers: A qualitative exploration of factors influencing decisions to leave or remain within the NHS

“…25 In a South African study of radiography workplace cultures, early career radiographers highlighted the collegial as well as the physical environment as being of paramount importance in their transition to the workplace. 27 They expressed a need to feel welcomed, and 'get along' with their peers, 27 and this may be more easily achieved in a smaller department. In contrast, sonographers within this study who worked in small departments highlighted their relative isolation in comparison to rotational radiographers.…”

“…3 Retention strategies must be based upon a sound understanding of factors influencing the decision to leave or remain. Previous UK research in therapeutic radiography suggests a worrying correlation between radiographer burnout, emotional exhaustion, job dissatisfaction and intention to leave, [15][16][17][18] with international therapeutic [19][20] and diagnostic [21][22][23][24][25][26][27] radiography studies citing pressure at work, large workloads and long shifts impacting on radiographers' intentions to stay. Probst and Griffiths 9 highlighted two primary moderators for radiographer retention: the importance of mental challenge and access to personal development; and the essential role of managers in moderating burnout and improving retention.…”

Australian graduate radiographers' perspectives and experiences of work readiness

“…These authors endorse supportive and nurturing workplace cultures and have reported that newly qualified radiographers typically experience 'reality shock' and lack confidence when they begin practising professionally. [8][9][10] The Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia (MRPBA) is the national overseeing board that requires qualified radiographers to be work ready and to practice autonomously within the limits of their scope of practice. 11 New graduates have reported different perceived levels of work readiness 7,12 and transitioning from student to qualified radiographer has been expressed as stressful and challenging.…”

“…The current literature on the transition to the professional practice of new graduate radiographers is limited to UK contexts or other allied health professions such as nursing. These authors endorse supportive and nurturing workplace cultures and have reported that newly qualified radiographers typically experience ‘reality shock’ and lack confidence when they begin practising professionally 8–10 …”