MRI in LTHT is one of the largest MRI departments in the country with 9 MRI scanners operating across Radiology. We have 5 x Siemens Sola 1.5T Scanners, 2 x Siemens Aera 1.5T Scanners, 1 x Siemens Vida 3T scanner and 1 x GE Architect 3T scanner. The scanners are located across 3 sites and 7 separate departments. Successful candidates will experience a wide range of clinical specialties and patient groups and will gain considerable insight into the world of MRI imaging.
We are supported by a strong team of medical physicists who provide educational resources and other support for our radiographers. We aim to live by the Trust values of empowered, collaborative, patient-centered, fair, and accountable. We also strongly value diversity and inclusivity amongst our teams. Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles.
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Senior Specialist Radiographers will have achieved an extensive range of clinical, professional, and personal competencies. They will have a working knowledge of, and be guided by, broad professional/clinical policies and standards, e.g., those set out by the Society of Radiographers, the Health Care Professions Council, and the National Institute of Clinical Excellence.
Responsibilities include:
1. Having an in-depth knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the structures being imaged.
2. Having an in-depth knowledge of the imaging equipment being used underpinned by theory and expertise.
3. Having expert knowledge of all imaging techniques within the specialist area.
4. Planning and implementing the clinical examination, assessing and evaluating the clinical outcome in order to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
5. Ensuring that patient needs are central to the delivery of service.
6. Being aware of and complying with all national and local guidelines relating to the safe working parameters of all equipment.
7. Performing first line troubleshooting when above parameters are exceeded and having the confidence to suspend a service when necessary.
8. Leading service improvement projects (particularly using local standards such as the Leeds Improvement Method).
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