Senior MRI Diagnostic Radiographer

GenesisCare; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000

Job description

At GenesisCare we want to hear from people who are as passionate as we are about innovation and working together to drive better life outcomes for patients around the world.

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey as a Senior MRI Diagnostic Radiographer at our state-of-the-art cancer care centre located in Oxford? Join our dedicated team at GenesisCare UK and be part of something extraordinary.

The Role:

As a Senior MRI Diagnostic Radiographer with us, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting the MRI service at the centre so that all operational objectives and clinical standards are achieved, and the reputation of GenesisCare for exceptional service and outcomes is maintained at all times. You will also support the Lead Radiographer in the clinical and non-clinical aspects of the MRI process thus supporting all patients receiving MRI. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact and develop your career.

What You'll Do:

• Liaise closely with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Follow all duties as a health and care professions council (HCPC) registrant (standards of conduct, performance and ethics).
• Follow and adhere to all HCPC standards of proficiency.
• Create the right environment for all diagnostic and radiotherapy staff to work effectively together as a team.
• Ensure that you follow clinical protocols, policies and procedures at all times and operate in full compliance.
• Ensure maintenance of safe and effective working practices, including the operation of equipment and systems in use in the centre.
• Ensure that all patients experience the highest levels of service, in line with the agreed expectations for scanning within GenesisCare centres.
• Ensure that the unit maintains accurate and complete records of patient treatments, in line with the agreed processes within GenesisCare.
• Ensure that GenesisCare clinical audit, radiation protection and quality assurance requirements are met.
• Ensure that compliments are recorded alongside any incidents or complaints that are also escalated to the Lead MRI Radiographer to ensure properly investigated.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with all key stakeholders including patients and their carers, clinicians and their colleagues.
• Support the ongoing improvement and continuous development of the care and services provided across GenesisCare and to promote the ongoing success of the company.
• Contribute to the growth and progress of MRI/cross sectional imaging.
• Lead by example taking an active clinical role in all areas of the patient pathway.
• Pro-actively maintain own continuing professional development (CPD) in accordance with GenesisCare and HCPC professional standards.
• Ensure flexibility in out of hours working in order to ensure that breakdowns or crises are resolved with minimum impact to service and treatments.

What You'll Have:

Experience and skills:

• Able to demonstrate at least 2 years post qualification experience with progressive development in that time
• Experience in all aspects of MRI scanning to a very high level of competence (Neuro, Body, Prostate, MSK, lymphoma, Breast etc)
• Evidence of empathetic and a holistic approach to patient care
• Good understanding of complaints process
• Sound understanding of governance
• Experience of proactively evolving MRI techniques
• A wide range of clinical skills
• Evidence of collaborative working
• Evidence of effective organisational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong relationship building skills
• Able to make judgments/decisions with the support of the lead Radiographer, ability to solve problems
• Able to work flexibly to achieve GenesisCare business objectives

Qualifications and Knowledge:

• DCR (R) or BSc (Hons) in Radiography (or equivalent)
• HCPC registration
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• A good level of understanding of the legislation relating to Ionising Radiation/Radiation Protection and Health & Safety
• Knowledge of current trends and developments in radiography equipment and techniques
• An awareness of UK Health Environment
• Good understanding and knowledge of medical terminology and drug/medication names/disease pathways encountered in radiography/CT/MRI/mammography

Why Choose GenesisCare:

Discover what's in store for you when you join the GenesisCare UK team:

• Shape your work-life balance with 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the option to buy more or sell back annual leave.
• Prioritise your well-being with complimentary private medical and dental coverage, access to Employee Assistance Program, and Income Protection.
• Access our world-class radiotherapy - free to you and your immediate family, if required.
• Secure your future with a competitive Company Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Nurture your mental health and well-being through our well-being community, with access to Babylon Health and Headspace Wellbeing.
• Enjoy hassle-free commutes with free parking at most of our centres.
• Treat yourself with exclusive retail discounts.

Who We Are:

GenesisCare UK is the leading provider of private oncology services in the UK, pioneering a transformation in cancer care. Through innovative, personalised treatments, we are enhancing patient quality of life, life expectancy, and overall survival rates.

We are a team of over 600 highly trained physicians, healthcare professionals and support staff operating 14 specialist outpatient cancer centres across the UK. Our aim is to provide world-class care, offering the latest proven treatments including advanced diagnostics, medical oncology, radiotherapy, and Theranostics.

We take an integrated approach to cancer care, focusing on treating the whole patient, not just the cancer. Our personalised treatment programmes include wellbeing services in partnership with Penny Brohn UK and exercise medicine, proven to enhance patient outcomes.

Collaborating with universities and leading clinicians globally, we're dedicated to researching and developing improved cancer treatments. Our UK clinical trials programme aims to broaden access to new therapies.

We’re passionate about innovation and working together to make great things happen. We make significant investments in our employees to provide opportunities for growth, learning, and development within their roles.

Join GenesisCare UK and shape your future, while shaping the future of cancer care.

GenesisCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.