Job summary
The post holder will be a highly experienced, qualified MRI radiographer, leading and developing the MRI departments and accountable for the modality's professional actions. They will be accountable for the delivery of a safe, high quality MRI service to meet key performance measures against national and local requirements. This includes all current and future MRI services, delivered cross site, across Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will lead the strategic vision for the MRI service and represent the service at a senior level within the Trust and at external forums and stakeholder groups. The postholder will be accountable to the Head of radiology. They will provide line management and professional leadership for the MRI team through mentorship, teaching, appraisal and the application of human resource policies. Head of radiology will devolve delegated budgetary responsibility for specialist service ensuring a cost-effective approach is maintained.
The post holder will provide specialist education and training to other staff. They will provide expert knowledge and leadership within the modality for the development of strategies to improve quality, efficiency and productivity.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintain competence as an MRI Superintendent and subspecialist in clinical MRI in accordance with the standards of conduct, performance and ethics as set down by the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) and College of Radiographers as a key member of a multidisciplinary team.
Maintain expertise in operating the highly complex medical devices used in delivering the practical aspects of the service.
Comply with radiology standard operating procedures for escalating significant findings to the referrers.
Regularly review the current developments in MRI diagnostic imaging, making recommendations for changes in practice informed by NICE, Royal College of Radiologists and College of Radiographers and other evidence-based guidelines.
Take personal responsibility for the checking of images for correct patient identification and diagnostic quality, working in close association with the MRI radiographers and consultant radiologists to ensure that the diagnostic standard is maintained.
Take responsibility for the adequate protection of patients and staff against hazards.
Ensure that good ergonomic practice is adopted so that repetitive strain injuries are not induced.
Recognise and act on signs of deteriorating health and act accordingly, knowing where to find and how to use emergency equipment.
Review and revise protocols, procedures and policies in conjunction with the Clinical Director and other practitioners to enhance and improve service quality.
Monitor daily checks and testing of emergency equipment as per standard operating procedures.
Please see attached job description for more information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintain competence as an MRI Superintendent and subspecialist in clinical MRI in accordance with the standards of conduct, performance and ethics as set down by the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) and College of Radiographers as a key member of a multidisciplinary team.
Maintain expertise in operating the highly complex medical devices used in delivering the practical aspects of the service.
Comply with radiology standard operating procedures for escalating significant findings to the referrers.
Regularly review the current developments in MRI diagnostic imaging, making recommendations for changes in practice informed by NICE, Royal College of Radiologists and College of Radiographers and other evidence-based guidelines.
Take personal responsibility for the checking of images for correct patient identification and diagnostic quality, working in close association with the MRI radiographers and consultant radiologists to ensure that the diagnostic standard is maintained.
Take responsibility for the adequate protection of patients and staff against hazards.
Ensure that good ergonomic practice is adopted so that repetitive strain injuries are not induced.
Recognise and act on signs of deteriorating health and act accordingly, knowing where to find and how to use emergency equipment.
Review and revise protocols, procedures and policies in conjunction with the Clinical Director and other practitioners to enhance and improve service quality.
Monitor daily checks and testing of emergency equipment as per standard operating procedures.
Please see attached job description for more information.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- oMasters level or equivalent experience oDegree in Radiography or equivalent. oHCPC registration. oEvidence of CPD
Desirable
- oManagement degree oEssential IT skills (EITS) or equivalent.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- oRadiology information systems. oPACS. oClinical and Information governance oRelevant legislation. oQuality assurance. oMicrosoft Office. oHuman resource management. oWide range of MRI technique / knowledge to expert level oGood organisational skills. oFacilitation and mentorship skills oProblem solving skills. oExcellent communication both written and verbal oGood interpersonal skills. oTeaching skills. oAble to prioritise work to meet deadlines.
Desirable
- oBudget management oKnowledge of commissioning and planning oPresentation skills.
Experience
Essential
- oExtensive and advanced practice/experience (at band 7 level) in MRI oService Lead oPeople and resource management. oProject management experience oRisk / complaints / incident management.
Desirable
- oAdvanced Practice in MRI oRadiography within an NHS acute hospital setting. oTeaching / Coaching.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- oMasters level or equivalent experience oDegree in Radiography or equivalent. oHCPC registration. oEvidence of CPD
Desirable
- oManagement degree oEssential IT skills (EITS) or equivalent.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- oRadiology information systems. oPACS. oClinical and Information governance oRelevant legislation. oQuality assurance. oMicrosoft Office. oHuman resource management. oWide range of MRI technique / knowledge to expert level oGood organisational skills. oFacilitation and mentorship skills oProblem solving skills. oExcellent communication both written and verbal oGood interpersonal skills. oTeaching skills. oAble to prioritise work to meet deadlines.
Desirable
- oBudget management oKnowledge of commissioning and planning oPresentation skills.
Experience
Essential
- oExtensive and advanced practice/experience (at band 7 level) in MRI oService Lead oPeople and resource management. oProject management experience oRisk / complaints / incident management.
Desirable
- oAdvanced Practice in MRI oRadiography within an NHS acute hospital setting. oTeaching / Coaching.
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
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
