16 September 2014
During a routine inspection
People's privacy, dignity and independence were respected. Consultation and scanning rooms had signs telling people not to enter when the room was in use. There were lockable changing rooms and a chaperone service was offered.
Imaging scans were carried out safely and followed current regulations and guidelines. However, radiology doctors did not have any proven experience of diagnosing children's conditions. The centre had recently opened "one stop" diagnostic clinics aimed at diagnosing and treating heart and lung conditions.There was no record of those clinics carrying out essential safety checks, treatment plans or communication with referring doctors. There were arrangements in place to protect vulnerable adults, but there was no guidance for staff to help them protect children from abuse.
Imaging staff had been recruited in a safe and methodical manner and were appropriately qualified. However, doctors working at the centre had not agreed to comply with procedures, protocols, and governance arrangements set up by the provider to ensure treatment was delivered safely and to an appropriate standard.