Job summary
We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Radiographers to join our MRI team at the Hammersmith Hospital.
The post will provide the opportunity to gain clinical skills and experience in MRI (previous experience in MRI is desirable but not essential); education and training are key elements of the department. Being flexible and innovative in your ways of working will be fundamental to your role and good communication skills will be essential.
The Hammersmith Hospital performs a broad spectrum of MRI procedures, including cardiac, renal and gynaecological imaging. Currently this is mostly clinical, although a small amount of research-based work is undertaken in the department.
We currently operate opening times of 8am to 8.15pm Monday to Sunday. There will be a requirement to participate in weekend duties as an integral part of the working week. Night cover is not provided at present.
If you want to know more, call Alan Glover, MRI Modality Lead Radiographer at Hammersmith Hospital on 020 8383 5288.
Main duties of the job
This role will involve performing a broad spectrum of MRI scanning procedures, including cardiac, renal, hepatobiliary and gynaecological imaging. Integral to this are patient safety screening, administration of iv contrast / iv cannulation and maintaining documentation of procedures.
Currently this is mostly clinical work, although a small amount of research-based work is undertaken in the department. Communication and liaising with other staff groups including Radiologists, Nursing staff, admin and clerical.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Radiography, DCR (D) Diploma of the College of Radiographers or equivalent.
- HCPC registration
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Up -to-date knowledge of general imaging techniques.
- Experience of working unsupervised.
- Awareness of clinical governance issues in relation to patient care
- Experience of working with cross-sectional imaging.
Desirable
- 3 years post -graduation experience.
- Experience of training staff and students.
- MRI experience
Skills / Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to teach and mentor students, more junior staff and new members of staff
- Ability to cope with work pressures and manage time effectively
- Keep all records up to date in a clear, accurate and concise manner on a day-to-day basis.
Desirable
- Basic teaching, counselling and supervisory skills.
- IV injecting skills
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Radiography, DCR (D) Diploma of the College of Radiographers or equivalent.
- HCPC registration
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Up -to-date knowledge of general imaging techniques.
- Experience of working unsupervised.
- Awareness of clinical governance issues in relation to patient care
- Experience of working with cross-sectional imaging.
Desirable
- 3 years post -graduation experience.
- Experience of training staff and students.
- MRI experience
Skills / Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to teach and mentor students, more junior staff and new members of staff
- Ability to cope with work pressures and manage time effectively
- Keep all records up to date in a clear, accurate and concise manner on a day-to-day basis.
Desirable
- Basic teaching, counselling and supervisory skills.
- IV injecting skills
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).
