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Establishment of a continuous professional development model for monitoring post-graduate performance of diagnostic radiographers in Hong Kong public hospitals

Posted on:2005-11-10Degree:Ph.DType:Dissertation
University:Hong Kong Polytechnic (People's Republic of China)Candidate:White, PeterFull Text:PDF
GTID:1459390011950389Subject:Health Sciences
Abstract/Summary:
The past decade has seen immense change within the radiography profession internationally, as technical advancements and education and training initiatives have evolved to keep pace with the demands of the clinical environment. In Hong Kong, it is necessary to establish a Continuous Professional Development (CPD) model for radiographers, to objectively monitor and assess the performance of individual radiographers throughout their working lives. The current study aimed:; To investigate the need to implement a CPD scheme for Diagnostic Radiographers in Hong Kong, which will guide clinical performance and act as a means of monitoring the career progression of individuals within the profession. Information gained in this study will be used to identify the potential for improvement in radiography services and education via the creation of a CPD driven performance model.
Keywords/Search Tags:Performance, Hong kong, Model, Radiographers, CPD
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