Cross Sectional Imaging Radiographer - Harefield Hospital

NHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job description

Cross Sectional Imaging Radiographer - Harefield Hospital

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

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.

Main duties of the job

• 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.

About us

Royal Brompton and Harefield hospitals joined Guy's and St Thomas' in February 2021 and is the largest specialist heart and lung centre in the UK and among the largest in Europe. We provide treatment for people with heart and lung disease, including rare and complex conditions, offering some of the most sophisticated treatment that is available anywhere in the world.

Our integrated approach to caring for patients from before birth, through childhood, adolescence and into adulthood and old age has been replicated around the world and has gained Royal Brompton and Harefield an international reputation as a leader in heart and lung diagnosis, treatment and research.

We are working in partnership with King's Health Partners, to deliver our vision of creating a new centre of excellence, which will be the global leader in the research into and treatment of heart and lung disease, in patients from pre-birth to old age.

We have around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs.

We strive to recruit and retain the best staff as the dedication and skills of our employees lie at the heart of our organisation and ensure that our services are of the highest quality, safe and focused on our patients.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Professional knowledge acquired through degree
• HCPC Registration

Knowledge

• Experience of specialised cardio-thoracic angiography and MRI
• Experience of audit/quality systems
• Previous NHS experience in Cardiac MRI

Experience

• Experience of specialised cardio-thoracic angiography and MRI.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Evidence of problem-solving skills
• Flexibility and willingness to undertake a wide range of duties

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.

Salary: £42,939 to £50,697 a year p.a. inc Outer HCA