About this role
Job summary
Modality LLP provides a range of NHS outpatient services within community settings, improving patient outcomes and delivering care closer to home, supported by a range of diagnostic services. These include a dedicated X-ray facility based at Handsworth Wood Medical Centre and mobile MRI scanners operating from different locations across the UK.
We are recruiting Radiographers to operate our MRI and X-ray services, working with the Senior Radiographers and Radiology Clinical Lead to deliver a responsive, safe, and high-quality service for patients. This role is ideal for individuals with a passion for patient care and for working in an agile manner to ensure a high-quality service. An essential requirement of this role is the ability and willingness to travel between sites.
We are seeking dedicated postholders who can display our CARE values: Commitment, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
As an employee with us you can benefit from
Enrolment to the NHS pension scheme
Annual leave minimum 27 days, plus 8 days bank holiday pro rata
Employee discounts and benefits scheme
Employee assistance programme (EAP)
Education and career pathways
Enhanced Family friendly policies
Flexible working
Wellbeing support and initiative
Main duties of the job
You will undertake a wide range of MRI and X-ray procedures effectively and efficiently, maintaining a positive partnership and continuity of service across Modality's mobile and fixed-site services. Key responsibilities include:
Conducting screening safety checks and obtaining informed consent prior to imaging examinations Administering contrast media and undertaking cannulation procedures in accordance with Modality policies Providing physical and emotional support to patients throughout their attendance Entering data accurately on Radiology Information (IRIS), SystmOne, and Picture Archive (PACS) systems Ensuring the safe use and maintenance of highly specialist imaging equipment Adhering to all local MRI safety procedures, IR(ME)R employer procedures, and Health Board policies Performing initial clinical assessment of images, highlighting concerns with referrers and escalating sinister findings immediately to Senior Radiographers or the Radiology Clinical Lead Participating in clinical audits including Health & Safety and Infection Control Supporting and training students and radiographic assistants Maintaining hygiene in adherence to infection prevention standards Working autonomously within protocols and judging appropriately when to request senior support Delivering clinics independently and working as part of a multidisciplinary team Communicating effectively with patients, carers, hospital staff, GPs, and nursing staff
About us
Modality LLP is a provider of NHS community outpatient services within a number of regions across the UK.
Our service offer and expertise include:
Over 15 years of experience of delivering community outpatient services Contracts with ICBs and hospital providers A diverse clinical workforce of consultants, GPs with extended roles, specialist nurses and allied health professionals Delivery of over 150,000 patient consultations per year Delivery of 1st consultations within a maximum of 4 weeks from referral from a choice of community locations, 7 days per week
Modality LLP is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all our potential applicants in line with the Equality Act, 2010.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting documents section to retrieve the JD detailing the core responsibilities of this role.
You will love this job if you have a passion for patient care and for developing and delivering new and innovative patient pathways
If you feel this is the ideal career and looking for a daily challenge, we welcome an application for you to join our growing team of likeminded people.
Please note Modality LLP reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.
Pre-employment
Vaccinations
As part of recruitment to the Modality LLP, we will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks. We will offer support to those who may be undecided about vaccinations. Some vaccinations for certain roles are mandatory, and you will be asked to provide evidence of this where there is a mandatory requirement.
Right to work checks
All applicants invited for interview will need to prove their right to work in the UK at the interview stage.
References
References must be secured prior to beginning employment, one must be your current or most recent employer.
Employment history
You must notify us of any employment gaps of 6 weeks or more.
Person Specification
Skills Essential
Observational and analytical skills for interpreting images and assisting diagnosis. Ability to act autonomously within protocols and judge when to escalate. Problem-solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands. Excellent time management and ability to reprioritise workload effectively. Attention to detail. Ability to assess capacity, gain valid informed consent, and work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity. Ability to communicate potentially distressing information sensitively to patients. Good written and verbal communication skills. Good computer skills, including use of PACS, RIS, and clinical systems. Ability to undertake audit or research projects within the service.
Personal Qualities Essential
Commitment to high standards of patient care and medical ethics. Demonstrates clear commitment to teamwork, exchanging ideas and supporting colleagues. Able to work effectively in a team and constructively challenge views when necessary. Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload to tight timescales. Evidence of having worked with the public. Able to convey instructions clearly and ensure patient understanding. Ability to adapt to changing and demanding situations. Able to work unsupervised and deliver clinics independently.
Knowledge Essential
Diagnostic Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc (Hons). Current HCPC registration. Post-qualification experience in diagnostic imaging (MRI and/or X-ray). Certification to undertake cannulation procedures and administration of contrast media. Knowledge of pathologies and detailed knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy. Understanding of IR(ME)R regulations and local rules. Evidence of continued professional development.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Modality LLP
Address Lyndon House
62 Hagley Road
Birmingham
West Midlands
B16 8PE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.modalitycommunityservices.com/ (Opens in a new tab)