Job summary We are seeking a dynamic and experienced MRI Reporting Radiographer to join the team of Advanced practitioner MRI Radiographers and work collaboratively with a team of experienced Senior MRI Radiographers and consultant colleagues across Radiology and meeting the reporting KPI. We are a very busy department currently housing Siemens Sola 1.5T scanner with advanced AI technologies to support the patient care. The MRI service at East Kent Hospitals extends to the other three main hospitals where we have a Philips Ambition XT 1.5T scanner with potentially an additional scanner to be installed soon, 2 x Aera 1.5T and 2 x 3T Skyra providing a 7-day service along with a fleet of mobile scanners from external providers Previous unsuccessful candidates need not apply (Internal staff may re apply). Main duties of the job This is very exciting opportunity to be involved in Radiographers based reporting service and involve in the internal project and helps install and establish new services in the trust. The MRI service is open from 08:00 to 20:00 Hours, 7 days a week. The large range of MR imaging is undertaken, including basic Cardio / vascular MRI imaging. The post holder will be required to carry out a wide range of clinical / reporting duties as advanced practitioner, acting on their own initiative, and using a wide range of professional, analytical and reasoning skills when judging a variety of complex clinical, staff, and operational problems. Leading and supervising the MRI reporting team with responsibilities for maintaining own Reporting targets. About us Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability. MRI department at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundations Trust provides wide range of high-quality imaging for the community and the wider population in East Kent. Our static MRI services are based at The William Harvey Hospital in Ashford, Kent and Canterbury Hospital in Canterbury and The Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother Hospital at Margate. MRI service is continuing to develop and expand to support our community. Our recently opened Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) is based at Buckland Hospital, Dover and continue to expand its service across East Kent. A flexible approach to the working day is essential. The successful candidate will be a HCPC Registered Radiographer with a wealth of MR experience, both clinically and organisationally. We are looking for an exceptional candidate. If you have excellent communication skills, enjoy being part of a busy team are hard-working, adaptable and flexible we want to hear from you. Candidates requiring reporting training are welcome. Candidates with strong clinical and proven academic background may be considered for training posts. Date posted 06 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary Depending on experience per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 344-5256DCB Job locations WHH/KCH Radiology Department Ashford TN24 0LZ Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for details. Candidates with experience in clinical scanning and sound academic background will be considered for trainee Band 7 Advanced practitioner post. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for details. Candidates with experience in clinical scanning and sound academic background will be considered for trainee Band 7 Advanced practitioner post. Person Specification Educational Qualifications Essential Bsc oDegree in Diagnostic Radiology or Equivallent Desirable Leadership and Management Qualifications Post Graduational Master Level Qualification in MRI Clinical reporting Experience in Clinical Imaging Essential 5-7 years of experience in MRI within the capacity of Senior MRI Radiographer Proven and Supervisory experience in a busy MRI department Person Specification Educational Qualifications Essential Bsc oDegree in Diagnostic Radiology or Equivallent Desirable Leadership and Management Qualifications Post Graduational Master Level Qualification in MRI Clinical reporting Experience in Clinical Imaging Essential 5-7 years of experience in MRI within the capacity of Senior MRI Radiographer Proven and Supervisory experience in a busy MRI department 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust Address WHH/KCH Radiology Department Ashford TN24 0LZ Employer's website https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)