Cardiac MRI radiographer - Band 6
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Job summary
We are one of the UK's largest cardiac MRI scanning centers, based at theImaging Clinical Research Facility on the St Thomas' Hospital campus. In partnership with King's College London and Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, we drive strong research collaborations focused on novel acquisition techniques, image reconstruction, and motion correction across multiple MRI field strengths.
Our facility provides services to approximately16,000 patients annually, including Cardiac MRI, Perinatal MRI, and the PET Centre. Recently re-accredited under the Quality Standard for Imaging (QSI) 2021, we are committed to excellence in clinical care and research.
We are seeking anMRI Radiographer to join our accredited research imaging team, focusing on Cardiac MRI (CMR). While prior CMR experience is not essential, candidates must have an interest or exposure to the field. Comprehensive training and competency assessments will be provided, with an expectation to achieve proficiency within 6-9 months. Our department supports professional growth, encouraging participation innational and international conferences, seminars, and opportunities to present research. Part of King's Health Partners, a leading academic health sciences center, we collaborate with King's College London and theNIHR Biomedical Research Centre to advance clinical excellence, teaching, and innovation.
Main duties of the job
The main purpose of this post is to participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team within our Cardiovascular Imaging Department to deliver an efficient, effective and timely Cardiac MRI service, supporting a strong portfolio Clinical Research Imaging programmes run by the Imaging Clinical Research Facility.
The successful candidate will work with clinicians, senior radiographers, researchers and biomedical engineers whilst performing excellent quality imaging studies in accordance with the departmental protocols. Staff will be provided mentorship by an experienced senior CMR Radiographer on the job.
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' is among the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of hospital and community services for people in south London and as well as specialist care for patients from further afield including cancer, renal, orthopaedic, respiratory and cardiovascular services.
In February 2021 the Royal Brompton and Harefield joined Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, bringing together world-leading expertise in the care and research of heart and lung disease.
Patients are at the heart of everything we do and we pride ourselves on ensuring the best possible patient experience as well as safe, high quality care. We are proud to have one of the lowest mortality rates in the NHS.
The commitment of our 23,500 staff is key to our success. We are one of the largest local employers and we aim to develop and support all our staff so they are able to deliver high quality, safe and efficient care. The 2019 NHS staff survey results show that we have one of the most engaged and motivated workforces in the NHS. We know this has a positive impact on the care provided to our patients.
Details
Date posted
20 January 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£44,806 to £53,134 a year Per annum inclusive of inner London HCA
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
196-RD236
Job locations
St Thomas' Hospital
Westminster Bridge Road
London
SE1 7EH
Employer details
Employer name
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Thomas' Hospital
Westminster Bridge Road
London
SE1 7EH
Employer's website
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