Assisting in the running of the clinical CMR service under the direction of the Clinical Lead for CMR To be fully trained in CMR safety and the delivery of a safe NHS service. To maintain a high standard of patient care at all times. To liaise with the Cross-sectional Imaging Superintendent with regard to CMR clinical service issues. To liaise with the physics and clinical staff to ensure the safe operation of all imaging equipment in the CMR Department To ensure appropriate infection control measures are utilised when necessary. Paying particular attention to personal protection as well as the management of equipment and linens. To observe safety regulations with particular regard to the Local Rules for CMR and the Health and Safety at Work Act. If necessary, to remove property from a patient, for example to take any metal object or jewellery off for a CMR scan and ensure the patients property is looked after and returned to them at the completion of the procedure. To communicate appropriately with other members of staff, giving support and advice where necessary. To train radiographers, technologists and other doctors in the use of MR scanning equipment, and CMR scanning techniques. To welcome and assist visitors to the CMR Department. The post holder will maintain good working relationships with multidisciplinary team within the CMR Department and the hospital. To liaise with other departments/wards within the hospital and various external sources in order to provide a quality service to patients and clinicians. To communicate appropriately with other members of staff, giving support and advice where necessary. To communicate effectively and empathetically with patients and their escorts prior to, during and after an examination and to assess specific communication needs of individual patients. To use tact and sensitivity when asking personal questions, e.g. checking pregnancy status before an examination. To explain procedures and reassure patients who may have concerns regarding claustrophobia in order to gain their cooperation. To use complex and expensive MR scanning equipment safely and responsibly. To report any equipment failure to the Cross-sectional Imaging Superintendent or Deputy MRI Superintendent To abide by the Trusts core behaviours for staff and all other Trust Policies including standing financial instructions, research governance, codes and practices and health and safety policies To maintain confidentiality of image data. To report faults in the data information systems in use in the department. To record all scan episodes with CMR Department office staff The post-holder will be fully trained in their duties. Further training in computer and research techniques will be provided as required. To participate in the continuing development programme for all staff. The post holder will attend the clinical departmental meetings. Other duties in the CMR Department will be under the guidance of the CMR Clinical Lead.