Job summary
Here is an exciting opportunity to join our team as an experienced MRI Radiographer - this is not a training role.
As part of our ongoing plan to invest in our workforce to deliver the increasing demand in MRI, we are offering the opportunity for staff to specialise in this area. Once appointed you will be working across the Broomfield service including satellite sites and Community Diagnostic Centre due to open at Braintree in 2024; the service will be delivered 7 days a week.
You will be a radiographer with MRI experience who can take responsibility for providing a high-quality MRI service to all patients, across a range of MRI imaging techniques, using best practice at all times. You will be keen to share your practice with our rotational radiographers - supporting their development.
Main duties of the job
You will be expected to be proactive in their work, taking responsibility for the safety and care of the staff and patients within the MRI department and being able to take extra responsibility for the day to day running of the department if the modality lead/Band 7s are not present.
The role will include supervising training radiographers, student radiographers, assistant practitioners and visiting staff from other departments to ensure the department is working safely and efficiently.
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description, but some of the responsibilities include
- You will be responsible for performing a broad range of MRI procedures to a high level of accuracy, adapting parameters where necessary, following careful assessment of the patients condition and the complex, clinical information received.
- You will be able to prioritise workload according to clinical urgency/need.
- You will take responsibility for the patient whilst under your care, maintaining their dignity and considering their physical, emotional and psychological needs adapting your practice as required
- The role will include supervising training radiographers, student radiographers, assistant practitioners and visiting staff from other departments, to ensure the department is working safely and efficient
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description, but some of the responsibilities include
- You will be responsible for performing a broad range of MRI procedures to a high level of accuracy, adapting parameters where necessary, following careful assessment of the patients condition and the complex, clinical information received.
- You will be able to prioritise workload according to clinical urgency/need.
- You will take responsibility for the patient whilst under your care, maintaining their dignity and considering their physical, emotional and psychological needs adapting your practice as required
- The role will include supervising training radiographers, student radiographers, assistant practitioners and visiting staff from other departments, to ensure the department is working safely and efficient
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc(Hons) Diagnostic Imaging or equivalent
- Full state registration with HCPC
- Short course in modality of interest or extended practice
- Record of current CPD
Desirable
- Post-graduate qualification
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Demonstrable MRI experience enabling independent practice
- Demonstrable NHS experience covering a number of modalities
- Management of IT systems within the hospital environment
Desirable
Skills and Apititudes
Essential
- Strong verbal and written communication
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc(Hons) Diagnostic Imaging or equivalent
- Full state registration with HCPC
- Short course in modality of interest or extended practice
- Record of current CPD
Desirable
- Post-graduate qualification
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Demonstrable MRI experience enabling independent practice
- Demonstrable NHS experience covering a number of modalities
- Management of IT systems within the hospital environment
Desirable
Skills and Apititudes
Essential
- Strong verbal and written communication
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).
