About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Band 6 MRI Radiographer to join the Radiology team at the Royal Free Hospital. This post would be well suited for an MRI radiographer wishing to develop and expand on their MRI experience. This is a full time contract.
Education and training are key elements of MRI competence and are prioritized within the department. Full training in MRI will be given, depending upon prior experience.
The ideal candidate must have excellent communication and organizational skills, and a team and patient centered approach to their work. They should enjoy working collaboratively and aspire to always provide the best possible care for our patients, whilst teaching and sharing their knowledge with others.
Royal Free Radiology have recently completed a multimillion-pound redevelopment of the A&E department and A&E X-ray services, including an A&E CT scanner, and have replaced scanners in MRI, CT and various x-ray rooms. With the completion of this project there are now four Siemens MRI scanners, three 1.5T and one 3T, providing a range of complex services including HPB, Neuro, urology, and vascular imaging.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be working with other Band 6 and 7 MRI specialist Radiographers, MRI Trained Rotational radiographers, and Radiographic Assistants to deliver a 7-day service in the MRI Department at the Royal Free. They will develop specialized knowledge and expertise and produce high quality images to assist in diagnosis and treatment, while demonstrating high standards of care.
The department actively encourages continued professional development (CPD), and opportunities are available for further training and development, in areas such as post graduate study, radiographer reporting and advanced practice.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts with over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers' money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.
Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Experience Essential
Clinical MRI experience NHS Experience Experience using PACS and RIS and an understanding of its significance for good service management and patient care. Experience dealing with a diverse range of patient presentations Experience in a diverse range of radiographic techniques Experience in specialized imaging techniques such as CT, Interventional Radiology/Cardiology
Desirable
Experience of performing Quality Assurance tests and management of a robust QA program
Royal Free World Class Values Essential
Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications Essential
DCR (R) or BSc Diagnostic Radiography HCPC registration
Desirable
IV Cannulation Certificate Post Graduate (Radiography) Qualification
Skills and aptitudes Essential
Ability to work independently and also within a team Ability to prioritize and organize demands and multi-task. Willing to take direction and learn from more experienced colleagues Demonstrate a sound understanding of MRI Safety Principles for patients and staff Demonstrate a sound understanding of cross sectional anatomy
Desirable
IV Cannulation experience
Personal Qualities & attributes Essential
Keen interest and understanding of a range of current and future imaging techniques and practices Demonstrate a respect for and commitment to patient care and safety A commitment to CPD Supportive of and adherence management protocols, policies and operational change Ability to liaise with patients and their relatives or carer's using empathy and tact Ability to approach disputes and disagreements in a calm and objective manner Willing to train and share knowledge with more junior and new members of staff
Others Essential
Presentable appearance Good time keeping skills Clear and appropriate communication skills Tolerance of a wide range of patients and colleagues Presents self as an outstanding representative of both the Royal Free London Trust and the radiographic profession
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.
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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 Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Free Hospital
Pond street
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)