Clark’s Essential Guide to Operational Management and Business Practice in Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy
Description
This easy-to-understand pocketbook in the highly respected Clark’s series of diagnostic imaging texts introduces students and practitioners to the concepts of management, leadership and business planning, and outlines the knowledge and skills required to maintain the daily functioning of a medical imaging and radiotherapy department.
Additional information
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Author(s):
Martin, Hogg, Webster, Kemp and Wright | Martin, Hogg, Webster, Kemp and Wright |
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ISBN:
978-1-032-43615-9 | 978-1-032-43615-9 |
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Publisher:
CRC Press, Taylor & Francis | CRC Press, Taylor & Francis |
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Reviewed by:
Elaine Holmes | Elaine Holmes |
Publisher price: £29.99
The aims of the book are clearly defined within the preface and the authors’ biographies demonstrate the depth and breadth of their experience in the delivery of leadership and management in the real world. The introduction is clear and offers insight into health and social care structures, together with an overview of the leadership traits, behaviours and styles of effective leaders.
The book is well structured in four parts, each dedicated to relevant areas of the challenges faced by leaders and managers on a daily basis. The summaries and references at the end of each chapter are extremely useful in providing the reader with an overview and links to further reading in support of their future development.
One of the strengths of the book is that the content can be applied to all levels of practitioners, from new to experienced managers and leaders. The reader is able to explore areas of concern where support would be advantageous and helpful and make positive research-based interventions relevant to practice. The examples provided are clear and articulated well throughout and are designed to develop self-awareness, and leadership and management capability.
The guide is a valuable resource in support of practitioners at all levels – both aspiring and experienced. Its impact lies in its ability to provide potential real-life solutions to many challenges faced by leaders and managers on a daily basis in a clear, easy-to-read format.
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