Cross Sectional Imaging Radiographer - Harefield Hospital
NHS AfC: Band 6
Main area Imaging Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours
* Full time
* Flexible working
37.5 hours per week Job ref 196-LIS9437
Employer Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type NHS Site Harefield Hospital Town Harefield
Salary £42,939 - £50,697 p.a. inc Outer HCA Salary period Yearly Closing 20/04/2025 23:59 Interview date 07/05/2025
Job overview
To work together with the Superintendent radiographer to ensure the provision of a high-quality service by the MRI department at the Harefield Hospital. 85% of our work is providing cardiac MRI scans to a busy primary angioplasty and advanced heart failure/ cardiothoracic transplant centre.
To promote and maintain the highest standards of patient care within the trust.
Take responsibility in the MRI unit as and when required.
To be part of a team continually committed to improving the service to patients and promoting the hospital nationally and internationally.
To participate in extended hours duties as required as per service needs.
Main duties of the job
* To train radiographers and undergraduate radiographers in the use of MRI scanning equipment, and in MRI scanning techniques and procedures.
* To communicate appropriately with patients, relatives and other members of staff.
* To use tact and sensitivity when asking personal questions, for example checking pregnancy status before examinations.
* To reassure and explain to patients who have concerns regarding claustrophobia in order to gain their cooperation.
* To train radiographers and visiting doctors in the use of MR scanning equipment, and CMR scanning techniques.
* The post holder will maintain good working relationships with multidisciplinary teams within the CMR Department and the hospital.
* To participate in the continuing development programme for all staff.
* To undertake scanning procedures within the MRI unit, in particular Cardiac MRI Scans.
* To assess MRI scans for quality and for clinical significance and to take appropriate action where necessary.
* To carry out IV cannulation for the purpose of administering Magnetic Resonance contrast agents.
* To initiate and assist in patient resuscitation in an emergency.
* To move into position, load and operate the power injector when required.
* To operate the patient monitoring equipment when required.
* To clear up after biological or other spills in accordance with the Trust’s infection control policy.
* To use initiative and judgement in the prioritising of workload, taking into account multiple clinical factors.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Professional knowledge acquired through degree
* HCPC Registration
Knowledge and Experience
* Experience of specialised cardio-thoracic angiography and MRI.
* Previous NHS experience in Cardiac MRI.
Skills
* Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills.
* Evidence of problem-solving skills.
* Flexibility and willingness to undertake a wide range of duties.
Guy’s and St Thomas’ celebrates, respects and values the diversity of its staff and patients. We review our policies, procedures and practices to ensure that all employees, patients and carers are treated equitably according to their needs.
As an organisation we are committed to developing our services in ways that best suit the needs of our patients. This means that some staff groups will increasingly be asked to work a more flexible shift pattern so that we can offer services in the evenings or at weekends.
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