MRI Radiographer/Trainee MRI Radiographer: Sponsorship Available

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Job Summary

We are looking for a positive and enthusiastic Radiographer who wants to join a welcoming and progressive MRI team.

We offer a Band 6 post for an experienced MRI Radiographer or we may consider an Annex 21 training opportunity for a highly motivated Radiographer wanting to develop clinical MRI skills via our successful in-house MRI training programme (Annex 21 B6 post). After completing full training competencies, the MRI training Radiographer will progress to B6.

Our MRI team rotate through three 1.5T & one 3.0T GE scanners and all have access to a wide range of MRI examinations, clinical experience and supportive professional development. We provide a high-quality imaging service within a successful accredited Diagnostic Imaging department.

The successful applicant will need to demonstrate a high level of clinical expertise, have excellent communication skills, initiative and have the ability to work efficiently and positively within the multidisciplinary team. The individual selected will be prepared to continually develop themselves personally and professionally to benefit patients, our Trust and team.

Main duties of the job

The post holder must have a flexible approach to their working life. The MRI service operates for 12.5 hours daily, 7 days per week. Our MRI staff work a 3-day shift pattern, which includes weekend and Bank holiday working.

Produce high quality diagnostic images and provide high quality patient care to the service users adhering to national guidelines and taking into account relevant legislation [Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (IR(ME)R) 2000]. The post holder will work in a specialised Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) unit working independently and unsupervised. The ability to prioritise the workload is essential.

Provide motivation and training for junior staff.

May undertake one of more of the following as extended role:

  • Venopuncture
  • Representative at Trust wide meetings e.g.: improving working lives
  • Post graduate study

About us

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

  • Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
  • Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme;
  • Flexible working opportunities;
  • Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
  • Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
  • Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
  • Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
  • On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
  • Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
  • Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • DCR or BSC Hons in Radiography
  • HCPC registration

Other

Desirable

  • Be prepared to work across sites as and when required

Key Skills

Essential

  • Ability to communicate and convey in English, accurate information to patients and colleagues, ensuring comprehension of complex data
  • Ability to resolve conflict and advocate to ensure patient needs are met

Desirable

  • Evidence of prioritising own workload and working under pressure

Knowledge

Essential

  • Evidence of personal and professional development
  • Demonstrate a sound clinical knowledge and contribution to Quality Assurance, governance and Health and Safety
  • Sound knowledge of MRI safety principles

Experience

Essential

  • Significant postgraduate experience in MRI Imaging techniques
  • Experience dealing with a diverse range of patient presentations

Desirable

  • Experience in intravenous cannulation

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Closing Date: 12 November 2024

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