Job summary
As a Research MR Practitioner, you will be responsible for conducting MR scans in line with defined protocols and regulatory requirements. You will be part of the RIO's MR Core Lab and Implementation Team, supporting the clinical imaging trials and novel imaging research that is either underway or being set-up.In this role, you will be trained to work as a specialist research MRI radiographer at the Philips Ingenia 3.0T Research MRI scanner, located at the MacMillan Cancer Centre. You will facilitate the research activities undertaken on the UCLH MRI scanners, collaborating with the clinical MRI radiographers, RIO Implementation team, and UCLH MRI Superintendents.
This is an exciting opportunity for a junior Radiographer looking to develop their skills in a research environment and learn from more senior MR Research Radiographers. The role will also incorporate aspects of research including informed consent.
Main duties of the job
o Conducting MR scans in line with defined protocols and regulatory requirementso Facilitate the research activities undertaken on the UCLH + UCL MRI scannerso You will learn to perform a wide range of MRI procedures on phantoms, patients, and research volunteers.o To set up new scanning protocols and sequences on MRI scanners for the new research scanso Explain research projects and relevant documentation to patients and research volunteers and obtain consent from research participants.o Ensure adherence to IGH GCP guidelines and the policies and procedures of UCLH
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- oBSc or Diploma in Radiography
- oState Registration HCPC or RCT Registration
- oCompetency certificate for the administration of IV injections
- oGood understanding of the legislation relating to the post
- oKnowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines
Desirable
- oPortfolio of evidence of Continuing Professional Development including post graduate specialist training equivalent to Master's level relevant to this role
- oEvidence of knowledge of MR safety with the ability to investigate and assess implants
- oInformed Consent Training
- oAble to demonstrate a working knowledge of the principles of clinical audit clinical governance. Evidence of participation in Clinical and Research Audit
Experience
Essential
- oExperience of managing complex situations
Desirable
- oExperience in MRI including 3T
- oExperience scanning on Philips and Siemens MRI platforms
- oExperience of research within a clinical healthcare setting including contributing to Research publications
- oParticipation in quality assurance and clinical audit
- oExperience of liaising with external partners, across traditional boundaries
- oEvidence of experience in the supervision, training, and assessment of students and junior colleagues to required standard
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- oVery high personal and radiographic standards, with attention to detail.
- oAbility to pay close attention to detail and work under pressure whilst subject to interruption
- oEvidence of and willingness to embrace new techniques and concepts
- oAbility to use own initiative, adapt, solve problems, and make decisions
- oDemonstrate enthusiasm and ability to motivate others
- oAble to prioritise objectives and workload
- oAble to work independently
- oAble to demonstrate decision-making skills
- oAble to manage time effectively
Desirable
- oEvidence of participation in QA Programme and maintenance of agreed standards
Communication
Essential
- oExcellent written communication skills
- oEffective communication and interpersonal skills both within a multi-disciplinary team and with individual needs
Personal and People Development
Essential
- oWillingness to attend courses and keep abreast of developments in the service
Desirable
- oExperience in presenting contentious information at Team meetings and Conferences
Specific Requirements
Essential
- oWillingness to adapt and work flexibly including out of hours to achieve the desired project outcomes
Desirable
- oWillingness to travel to other sites (associated with and delivering RIO MR Core Lab trials) for quality assurance/quality control and other activities.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- oBSc or Diploma in Radiography
- oState Registration HCPC or RCT Registration
- oCompetency certificate for the administration of IV injections
- oGood understanding of the legislation relating to the post
- oKnowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines
Desirable
- oPortfolio of evidence of Continuing Professional Development including post graduate specialist training equivalent to Master's level relevant to this role
- oEvidence of knowledge of MR safety with the ability to investigate and assess implants
- oInformed Consent Training
- oAble to demonstrate a working knowledge of the principles of clinical audit clinical governance. Evidence of participation in Clinical and Research Audit
Experience
Essential
- oExperience of managing complex situations
Desirable
- oExperience in MRI including 3T
- oExperience scanning on Philips and Siemens MRI platforms
- oExperience of research within a clinical healthcare setting including contributing to Research publications
- oParticipation in quality assurance and clinical audit
- oExperience of liaising with external partners, across traditional boundaries
- oEvidence of experience in the supervision, training, and assessment of students and junior colleagues to required standard
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- oVery high personal and radiographic standards, with attention to detail.
- oAbility to pay close attention to detail and work under pressure whilst subject to interruption
- oEvidence of and willingness to embrace new techniques and concepts
- oAbility to use own initiative, adapt, solve problems, and make decisions
- oDemonstrate enthusiasm and ability to motivate others
- oAble to prioritise objectives and workload
- oAble to work independently
- oAble to demonstrate decision-making skills
- oAble to manage time effectively
Desirable
- oEvidence of participation in QA Programme and maintenance of agreed standards
Communication
Essential
- oExcellent written communication skills
- oEffective communication and interpersonal skills both within a multi-disciplinary team and with individual needs
Personal and People Development
Essential
- oWillingness to attend courses and keep abreast of developments in the service
Desirable
- oExperience in presenting contentious information at Team meetings and Conferences
Specific Requirements
Essential
- oWillingness to adapt and work flexibly including out of hours to achieve the desired project outcomes
Desirable
- oWillingness to travel to other sites (associated with and delivering RIO MR Core Lab trials) for quality assurance/quality control and other activities.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospital
250 Euston Road
London
NW1 2PG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
