Main area Clinical Measurement and Innovation
Grade NHS AfC: Band 6
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time - 22.5 hours per week
Job ref: 216-AM-C6843242
Employer: University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Town: Plymouth
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 Per Annum Pro Rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 14/01/2025 23:59
Interview date: 12/02/2025
Specialist Radiographer (Lead for MRI Safety)
NHS AfC: Band 6
Job overview
This is an exciting part-time role for an MRI Safety Lead Radiographer (Outpatient Coordinator) with excellent organisational skills to oversee and facilitate the process of prioritising, triaging, and investigating MR Safety scanning conditions for patients with implants.
The number of patients with implants requiring an MRI is continually increasing. This is an opportunity for an experienced radiographer to take a lead role to ensure the efficient and timely running of the implant safety service. The role is key in the effective delivery and performance of the service including PTL management and departmental KPI targets. The postholder will work closely with the MRI Physics and MRI Radiographer teams and be supported by MR Safety Experts (MRSE) and Senior Radiographers with experience in implant safety.
The postholder will provide training to Radiographers in carrying out routine implant safety investigations in line with departmental protocols and will be responsible for ongoing clinical audit of safety information recorded on CRIS. Additionally, the role will act as line manager to the MRI safety admin function within the team.
The post is advertised as a Band 6 with career progression to Band 7, based on role development. Preference will be given to applicants with suitable knowledge and experience of implant safety in MRI. Applicants with less experience but a willingness to learn are also welcome and will be given training and support.
Main duties of the job
1. To act as Lead MRI Radiographer for implant safety, working with the MRI Physics team and Radiographers, Bookings and other staff/teams.
2. Oversee and coordinate the process of implant safety investigations, prioritising incoming requests and triaging tasks to the appropriate teams.
3. Carry out routine implant safety investigations in line with departmental protocols, and support the MRI Physics team for non-routine/complex investigations.
4. Provide training to Radiographers in implant safety investigations in line with DOPs.
5. Conduct clinical audits of safety information recorded on CRIS.
6. Support the effective delivery and operations of the department including PTL waiting list management and departmental KPI targets.
7. Adhere to current MHRA guidelines and work safely within health and safety regulations.
8. Supervise Admin staff supporting the implant safety service and provide guidance and support to junior members of staff & students.
Working for our organisation
We are a people business – where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment.
Please note that all communication will be electronic, please check your email account regularly. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work-life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full-time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
1. Lead role in the day-to-day running of the complex implant service, supported by the Physics team acting as MR Safety Experts (MRSE), and Senior MRI Radiographers experienced in implant safety.
2. Undertake safety investigations for patients due to undergo MRI examinations at UHP.
3. Provide ongoing clinical training in implant safety to radiographers and other staff as required.
4. Responsible for carrying out routine clinical audits of the safety advice recorded on CRIS.
5. Attend safety team meetings to discuss, prioritise, and coordinate tasks.
Person specification
Knowledge and Experience
* Qualified MRI radiographer.
* Proven knowledge of MRI safety with demonstrable experience of investigating and assessing implants.
* Proven knowledge of all safety aspects of MRI.
* Computer literate including proven knowledge of using Radiology Computing Systems.
* Proven knowledge of regulations and guidance relevant to MRI.
* Demonstrable experience of carrying out audits.
* Able to demonstrate post-qualification experience as a radiographer.
* Awareness of NHS policies and documents.
Qualifications
* Current HCPC registration.
* BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent.
* Postgraduate qualification linked to specialist area.
Aptitude and Abilities
* Good communication skills, written and verbal.
* Ability to prioritise workload.
* Organisational skills.
* Show initiative and be responsive to service needs.
* Ability to concentrate on the task in hand despite distractions.
* Ability to adapt to change within the work area.
* Must be able to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
* Highly motivated to provide a quality service.
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