Cross Sectional Imaging Radiographer - Harefield Hospital

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust; Southampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job description

Job Summary

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.

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 the multidisciplinary team 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.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Manoj Joseph Job title: Cross Sectional Imaging Superintendent Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01895823737

Additional Information

Trust mission

To be the leading national and international centre for the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with heart and lung disease, creating and disseminating knowledge through research and education.

Confidentiality

During the course of your employment you may have access to, see or hear information of a confidential nature and you are required not to disclose such information, particularly that relating to patients and staff.

Health & Safety

Smoking

It is the policy of Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals Group that all people who work for the Trust or, while on its premises, obtain treatment or visit the Trust in any capacity, do so without exposure to tobacco smoke, and so smoking of cigarettes and E-cigarettes is not allowed anywhere on any Trust premises.

Diversity

You are at all times required to carry out your responsibilities with due regard to the Trust’s Diversity policy and to ensure that colleagues or staff that you manage receive equal treatment throughout their employment with the Trust.