Job Summary
MRI Radiographer

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The Diagnostic Imaging service based across 2 sites, Lewisham and Queen Elizabeth, provides an essential service to the Trust and includes 3 Siemens MRI Scanners (2 1.5T Aera and a 1.5T Sola)

We are seeking experienced Band 7 MRl Radiographer, with minimum of 2 years experience to join our team at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust, at Lewisham Hospital for 3 month fixed term.

Applicants should be/have:

• Skilled MRI radiographers with a good understanding of MRI and its techniques.
• Able to plan & prioritise workloads
• Professional & responsible attitude
• Strong communication skills
• Patient centred focused
• Team orientated with demonstrable teaching abilities

This is a fantastic opportunityto work in a busy and demanding clinical environment andto be part of an innovative, dynamic Imaging service at a time when it is expanding.

You will be supporting the Cross Site Modality Leads in:

• Leading the team
• Regularly monitor and evaluate the service delivery with particular regard to image quality and patient waiting times in line with Government and Trust targets.

Main duties of the job
This role will give the individual the opportunity to build on and extend their clinical expertise and also develop management, training and leadership skills. Education and training are key elements of the department and therefore role extension and further learning is encouraged. Flexibility and innovation are also fundamental to this role and strong communication skills are essential.

We offer a wide range of opportunities:

• Participation in the staff development programme.
• Post graduate training opportunities.
• Attendance at external conferences and courses.
• Participation in audit, evidence based practice and innovation within Imaging.
• Key mentor role within Imaging.
• Flexible working options (3-4 day working week).

Participation in the departmental 7 day working week is essential.

If you are successful on shortlisting we would be happy to arrange a tour of the department at the time of your Interview.

For any enquires please contact Sharon Holdstock MRI Cross Site Lead: sharonholdstock@nhs.net

About us
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

• Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
• Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
• Improving the experience of staff with disability
• Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
• Making equalities mainstream

Job responsibilities
Job Summary:

• To be responsible for carrying out specialised MRI imaging to a high standard and in a professional manner, working to departmental guidelines whilst being accountable for own actions.
• To deputise for Superintendent Radiographers.
• The post holder will be required to carry out radiographic duties on a diverse patient population.
• To carry out all responsibilities with regard to Trust Policies including Data Protection and Equal Opportunities
• The post holder will be required to work on any of the Trust Sites as and when require

Key result areas
1. Clinical

• To independently undertake diagnostic MRI procedures maintaining high professional standards of technical competence and ensuring standards of essence of care at all times.
• To undertake a full range of MRI imaging procedures to maintain knowledge and be fully aware of the safety aspects and hazards, and related emergency procedures.
• To assess and adapt techniques and protocols following assessment for each procedure.
• To take responsibility for the care of the patient whilst undertaking the procedure. This includes manual handling.
• Offer an opinion on images obtained to relevant medical personnel
• To supervise and provide clinical assistance to radiographers, assistant practitioners and students
• To ensure the protection and safety of all patients and staff against the dangers of radiation.
• To comply with Health & Safety and COSHH regulations.
• To ensure patient confidentiality is observed at all times and observe the requirements of the data protection act and freedom of information act.
• To observe all local rules and the Trusts employment policies and procedures.
• To undertake regular QA tests to identify and report equipment faults or inaccuracies
• Ensure the safe use of specialist MRI imaging equipment.
• To report equipment failures immediately.
• To liaise with equipment support centres to arrange services and emergency call out for general and specialist x-ray equipment
• To assist in the evaluation and procurement process for new equipment.

2. Training

• To participate in the induction and training of new staff, assistant practitioners and student radiographers.
• To assist in the training of radiographers and medical staff in specialist areas
• To attend compulsory staff training courses
• To provide assistance and be actively involved in departmental projects and audits
• To be actively involved in departmental quality groups and pro-active in the sharing of good practice.
• To give lectures and presentations within the Trust and to outside organisations on areas of special interest.

3. Leadership/Multi disciplinary teamwork

• To ensure a good team environment
• To be responsible for leading and co-ordinating the team in an allocated area in the absence of the post holder.
• To motivate staff and promote a high level of morale in the department
• Organise rotas and workload of given areas under direction of Head of Imaging
• Participate in recruitment process for radiographers, assistant practitioners and support staff.
• To undertake appraisals of radiographers and assistant practitioners.
• To make proposals for and assist in implementation of changes in working practice as required for efficient service delivery

Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential

• DCR, BSc in Radiography or equivalent
• State Registered with HCPC

Desirable

• Relevant post grad certificate
• IV cannulation certificate

Skills and Ability
Essential

• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Confident to act on own initiative
• Ability to present information in a clear and logical manner
• Excellent interpersonal, persuasive and motivational skills
• Flexible approach to working practice
• Skilled operator of computers
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Good problem-solving skills
• Excellent team player
• Able to organise and prioritise own workload and that of others

Desirable

• Ability to give effective feedback to other Radiographic staff

Knowledge and Experience
Essential

• Demonstrate high standards of technical skills
• Enthusiasm for training students
• Able to demonstrate a responsible attitude to teamwork.
• 2 years' experience in Cross sectional radiography - MRI
• Demonstrate a high level of patient care, able to cope with the diversity of patients' needs
• Progressive attitude to CPD
• IT skills
• Able to plan and prioritise workloads

Desirable

• Post Grad Training courses.

Personal Qualities
Essential

• Professional & responsible attitude Demonstrate effective leadership qualities Reliable, stable & self-motivated.
• Able to promote a high standard of customer care Ability to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities.
• Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the service including cross site working
• Able to cope with all types of patients coming with particular reference to A&E patients
• Able to work alone
• Able to personally reflect on own performance and ability

Desirable

• Innovative approach to department working practice.

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust is an equal opportunities employer.