Job summary
Due to an expansion of MRI services at The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust, an exciting opportunity has arisen for highly motivated and focused individuals to join our Imaging department. We have three state of the art Siemens scanners which perform a wide variety of specialised scans, supporting our new Community Diagnostic Hub. This has provided improved care for the Black Country and development opportunities for enthusiastic staff. Come and join our friendly team of radiographers at the Dudley Group of Hospitals where our aim is to deliver a personal, fair and diverse health care system.
Training posts will be considered with a Band 5-6 progression.
Main duties of the job
To work permanently in the MRI department performing high quality diagnostic examinations in a diverse range of specialist procedures.
To participate in any extended day, weekend, and Bank Holiday service provided by the MRI department.
To train Radiographers, Radiographic Aides, and student radiographers in MRI.
To assist the Principal MRI Radiographer as required with the day-to-day operational management of the MRI Department, being responsible for the smooth running of the MRI scanning list.
To work without supervision when required, to perform high quality diagnostic examinations in a diverse range of MRI procedures whilst observing the current MRI Local Rules.
Training posts will be considered with a Band 5-6 progression
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
We are committed to becoming a diverse and an inclusive employer and where people feel sense of belonging. Seeking to expand diversity within our teams, we positively encourage applications from under-represented groups such as ethnically diverse, disabled and LGBTQ+ groups. We are also under-represented in-terms of gender within nursing roles and we would welcome applications from people from male and non-binary backgrounds.
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust recognises the values and transferable skills that the Armed Forces community bring and recognise their compatibility with NHS roles.
We are committed to home life balance through flexible working and making reasonable adjustments where possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc in Radiography
Desirable
- Evidence of attendance of specialty / short courses in MRI
- Post graduate qualification MRI
- EDCL
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience in MRI with a varied workload
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in the NHS as a Radiographer
- Evidence of working in a Supervisory role
- Previous experience of Teaching/mentoring
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Experience of working as part of a team
Knowledge and skills
Desirable
- Certificate of Competence in I.V. cannulation (Short Course)
- Intermediate Life Support (Short course)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc in Radiography
Desirable
- Evidence of attendance of specialty / short courses in MRI
- Post graduate qualification MRI
- EDCL
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience in MRI with a varied workload
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in the NHS as a Radiographer
- Evidence of working in a Supervisory role
- Previous experience of Teaching/mentoring
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Experience of working as part of a team
Knowledge and skills
Desirable
- Certificate of Competence in I.V. cannulation (Short Course)
- Intermediate Life Support (Short course)
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
