Clinical Specialist Radiographer - MRI

Job summary

We are recruiting for a number of experienced Clinical Specialist MRI Radiographer's to join our Imaging team at our following hospital sites at HCA Healthcare UK:

• The Princess Grace Hospital and its three satellite sites (currently rated outstanding and Good by the CQC)
• The Wellington Hospital (currently rated Good by the CQC)
• The Harley Street Clinic (currently rated Outstanding by the CQC)
• The London Bridge Hospital (currently rated Outstanding by the CQC)

Main duties of the job

They successful candidate will provide a customer focused high quality diagnostic Radiography service to our patients and service users across both inpatient and outpatient settings. You should have strong technical MRI knowledge.

About us

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers. In the UK, were one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

As a Clinical Specialist Radiographer at HCA Healthcare UK you will be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness covers
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers
• Diversity and Inclusion

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be required to:

• Ensure the highest quality of care is provided at all times and to provide an effective service as part of the day-to-day operation of the MRI department
• Carry out a full range of MRI scans to a high standard. Ensure high quality imaging is provided to our consultants and liaise with relevant radiologists in striving for image optimisation
• Provide a professional standard of excellence in MRI services for all patients
• Work closely with the Radiologists and Consultants in setting up policies and protocols for all MRI imaging and patient pathways
• Adjust and utilise the appropriate sequences tailored to the specific scan requirements, collaborating closely with radiologists to ensure optimal imaging outcomes
• identify improvements on an ongoing basis and oversee the implementation of such improvements as agreed with the line manager
• Assist with patient bookings and administrative duties where necessary, ensuring verified radiologist reports are delivered in a timely manner
• Assist with staff orientation and training of new team members, audits and QA
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient information, scan protocols, and equipment maintenance records
• Occasional rotation across the satellite sites depending on the hospital location you will be working at

Job description
Job responsibilities

You will be required to:

• Ensure the highest quality of care is provided at all times and to provide an effective service as part of the day-to-day operation of the MRI department
• Carry out a full range of MRI scans to a high standard. Ensure high quality imaging is provided to our consultants and liaise with relevant radiologists in striving for image optimisation
• Provide a professional standard of excellence in MRI services for all patients
• Work closely with the Radiologists and Consultants in setting up policies and protocols for all MRI imaging and patient pathways
• Adjust and utilise the appropriate sequences tailored to the specific scan requirements, collaborating closely with radiologists to ensure optimal imaging outcomes
• identify improvements on an ongoing basis and oversee the implementation of such improvements as agreed with the line manager
• Assist with patient bookings and administrative duties where necessary, ensuring verified radiologist reports are delivered in a timely manner
• Assist with staff orientation and training of new team members, audits and QA
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient information, scan protocols, and equipment maintenance records
• Occasional rotation across the satellite sites depending on the hospital location you will be working at

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered
• Degree within Radiography
• Extensive experience working within MRI (either as a Band 6 or Band 7 equivalent)
• In-depth knowledge of processes and procedures within MRI scanning
• In-depth knowledge of MRI safety on patients with implants
• Experience working with Siemens MRI scanners

Desirable

• Experience within Cardiac scanning is desirable

Person Specification
Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered
• Degree within Radiography
• Extensive experience working within MRI (either as a Band 6 or Band 7 equivalent)
• In-depth knowledge of processes and procedures within MRI scanning
• In-depth knowledge of MRI safety on patients with implants
• Experience working with Siemens MRI scanners

Desirable

• Experience within Cardiac scanning is desirable

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.
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

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.
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

HCA Healthcare UK
Address

Princess Grace Hospital

Nottingham Place

London

W1U 5NY

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