Aim: To describe and quantify the range of non-interpretive tasks engaged in by consultant radiologists in Ireland today.
Materials And Methods: A multiple-choice electronic survey was circulated to over 200 Irish consultant radiologists and results were analysed.
Results: Responses were received from approximately 40% of the 267 full-time equivalent consultants in Ireland at the time of the survey. There was a wide sub-specialty mix, and responses from both clinical directors and those without designated administrative responsibility. Overall, the three most time-consuming activities were reported to be multidisciplinary meetings, vetting, and informal consultations. Non-interpretive tasks were estimated to account for 35% of the working week, with higher figures (up to 60%) for clinical directors.
Conclusion: Consultant radiologists in Ireland spend a significant proportion of their time engaged in non-interpretive radiology; acknowledgement and scheduling of non-interpretive tasks will need to be supported by appropriate workforce planning. Non-interpretive skills will also need to be addressed during training to adequately prepare trainees for the reality of the workplace.
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