An Exploration Study of Quality Assurance Practices of the Radiology Department of a Private Hospital in Quezon City

  • Rosebelle Diane R. Consejo College of Allied Health Sciences, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines
  • Andre T. Carrasco College of Allied Health Sciences, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines
  • Celine Joana A. Celestial College of Allied Health Sciences, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines
  • Angel Mary A. Creado College of Allied Health Sciences, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines
  • Marvin A. Mercader College of Allied Health Sciences, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines
  • Renato M. Soriao College of Allied Health Sciences, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines
Keywords: Quality assurance, x-ray, radiology department, radiation, challenges

Abstract

Quality assurance in radiology includes a set of procedures that verifies the x-ray equipment is working to provide accurate diagnostic information to patients in a timely manner while exposing them to least amount of radiation. This exploratory qualitative research depicts viewpoints of radiology professionals involved with quality assurance in the radiology department. The researchers interviewed seven participants from a private hospital in Quezon City, who were involved in the provision of quality assurance program in diagnostic imaging. To guide the conversation, the researchers utilized a structured interview questionnaire to outline essential aspects and practices in quality assurance, and highlight challenges encountered by radiologist which can affect implementation and application of quality assurance in the department. According to the findings, Quality Assurance Team is composed of radiologist, chief radiologic technologists, and radiologic technologist. The personnel’s responsibility during quality assurance program necessitates concerted efforts of the entire radiology department to ensure that consistency of production is maintained. The study revealed that guaranteeing consistent quality outcomes involves cooperation not just within the members of radiology quality assurance team but also with another relevant department such as the biomedical engineering. These engineers are involved in sharing responsibilities in maintaining imaging devices, as well as reducing potential risk caused by image errors that can affect the patients. The researchers, recommends the following: Hospital Management should ensure sufficient budget to sustain effectiveness of quality assurance program in the department; Radiology department should provide necessary materials to be used by the radiologic technologists such as manuals regarding quality assurance; Radiologic Technologists must commit to sustain quality assurance program to obtain patient’s satisfaction by taking innovative approaches to improve the overall image acquired; and Future Researchers may improve the limitations encountered in this study such as the exclusion of radiology professionals working in other hospital in Quezon City.

Author Biographies

Rosebelle Diane R. Consejo, College of Allied Health Sciences, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines

Ms. Rosebelle Diane R. Consejo is a Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology student from the College of Allied Health Sciences - Trinity University of Asia. She is currently awaiting the completion of her degree this year.

Andre T. Carrasco, College of Allied Health Sciences, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines

Mr. Andre T. Carrasco is a Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology student from the College of Allied Health Sciences - Trinity University of Asia, he is currently waiting for completion of her degree this year.

Celine Joana A. Celestial, College of Allied Health Sciences, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines

Ms. Celine Joana A. Celestial is a Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology student from the College of Allied Health Sciences - Trinity University of Asia, she is currently waiting for completion of her degree this year.

Angel Mary A. Creado, College of Allied Health Sciences, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines

Ms. Angel Mary A. Creado is a Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology student from the College of Allied Health Sciences - Trinity University of Asia, she is currently waiting for completion of her degree this year.

Marvin A. Mercader, College of Allied Health Sciences, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines

Prof. Marvin A. Mercader is an academic head and faculty at the College of Allied Health Sciences in the Trinity University of Asia. He is a licensed Radiologic Technologist and has 20 years of clinical experience. He has co-authored research published in the International Journal of Tuberculosis and Lung Diseases.

Renato M. Soriao, College of Allied Health Sciences, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines

Dr. Renato M. Soriao is a full-time professor in the College of Allied Health Sciences in the Trinity University of Asia. He is a licensed Radiologic Technologist and a member of different local and international radiology associations. In addition to this publication, Dr. Soriao has published books on digital angiography, and registry review for radiologic technologists.

Published
2024-01-29
How to Cite
Consejo, R. D., Carrasco, A., Celestial, C. J., Creado, A. M., Mercader, M., & Soriao, R. (2024, January 29). An Exploration Study of Quality Assurance Practices of the Radiology Department of a Private Hospital in Quezon City. Puissant, 5, 1557-1575. Retrieved from //puissant.stepacademic.net/puissant/article/view/251
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