Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated, forward thinking, enthusiastic and dedicated Radiographer to lead and manage the MRI services at St Mary's Hospital. This is a key leadership role which will involve working in partnership with the MRI Modality Leads within Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust to provide an optimal MRI service.
The successful candidate will be a role model for demonstrating our Trust's values through their leadership behaviours, working collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams and be committed to providing high quality patient care.
This post will give the post holder an opportunity to build and extend their clinical expertise and also develop their management and leadership skills. Education and training are key elements of the department and the applicant should have extensive MRI experience, people management and communication skills. Flexibility andan ability to manage change will be fundamental to your role.
As part of the first Academic Health Science Centre our aim is to provide world-class healthcare to our patients through excellence in research, education and training.
For further information and informal visits please contact:Dario Trindade, Clinical Services Manager - 020 3312 6801 -Dario.trindade@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
- To be responsible for the management and day-to day running of the specialised services pertaining to the unit.
- To be responsible for the management and development of the specialist service ensuring optimum use of staffing and equipment resources within the modalities.
- To be responsible for the professional leadership of the radiography team providing a high quality patient focused service.
- To maintain a sensitive and courteous approach to patients.
- To develop and improve professional expertise via continuous professional development.
- To ensure maintenance of equipment and a safe working environment.
- To provide a service across all sites.
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. Please talk to us at interview.
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
- Post graduate qualification in appropriate speciality or demonstrably working to an equivalent level of expertise in MRI
- Health & Care Professions Council Registration
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Post graduate study
- Management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Management experience
- Experience in MRI at Band 7 level
- Up to date knowledge of general imaging techniques
- Awareness of clinical governance issue in relation to patient care
Skills / knowledge / abilities
Essential
- Ability to administer IV injections
- Evidence of service redesign / modernisation skills
- Able to analyse statistics accurately and objectively
- Keep all records up to date in a clear, accurate and concise manner on a day-to-day basis.
Desirable
- Leadership / management training
- Teaching, counselling and supervisory skills
- Presentation skills
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- BSc(Hons) Radiography, DCR(D) Diploma of the College of Radiographers or Equivalent
- Post graduate qualification in appropriate speciality or demonstrably working to an equivalent level of expertise in MRI
- Health & Care Professions Council Registration
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Post graduate study
- Management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Management experience
- Experience in MRI at Band 7 level
- Up to date knowledge of general imaging techniques
- Awareness of clinical governance issue in relation to patient care
Skills / knowledge / abilities
Essential
- Ability to administer IV injections
- Evidence of service redesign / modernisation skills
- Able to analyse statistics accurately and objectively
- Keep all records up to date in a clear, accurate and concise manner on a day-to-day basis.
Desirable
- Leadership / management training
- Teaching, counselling and supervisory skills
- Presentation 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).
