Senior MRI Radiographer
Oaks Hospital, Colchester
Full-time, 37.5 hours

We have a new and exciting opportunity for a Senior MRI Radiographer to join the team at Oaks Hospital. The role will include supporting junior staff and contribute to the training of students, as well as resolving day to day issues related to workload management and patient queries.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Deliver a high-quality diagnostic imaging service for a varied caseload
• Be highly proficient in the use of all equipment within scope of practice
• Supervise and develop junior colleagues
• Accountable for MRI safety in line with local rules
• To work within IRMER and own scope of practice, in accordance with the code of conduct set out by the HCPC
• Participate in departmental audits and Quality Assurance programme
• Provide support to the Clinical Lead Radiographers, and Imaging Manager
• Ensure equipment is safe and fit for purpose and, can report faults in line with Ramsay Health policy
• Provide input to the review, update and implementation of departmental policy and procedural changes
• Comply with all Ramsay Health policies and procedures
• Ensure all records are maintained in line with statutory and organisational requirements
• Participate in on call rota (must be able to attend site within one hour of call activation)

Where you'll be based:
Located conveniently on the outskirts of Colchester, the hospital opened on this site in 1994, with plenty of free parking.

What you'll bring with you:

• Have a BSC degree in diagnostic radiography (or equivalent)
• A postgraduate qualification and/or high levels of technical knowledge (desirable)
• Possess a minimum of 2 years’ experience in MRI scans
• Demonstrated Computer Skills and RIS PACs experience
• Have an understanding and empathetic approach to patients and staff alike
• Have a proactive and forward thinking approach to work
• Ensure a service of the highest quality care is delivered with sensitivity and compassion
• Demonstrate excellent communication and team working abilities

Why join us?
At Ramsay Health Care UK, our people are at the heart of our success. Our benefits are designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance and career development, because we’re people caring for people:

• Private Medical Cover, with the option to add your partner and dependants
• Discounted Bupa Dental Insurance
• Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 your base salary
• Private Pension, with Ramsay matching up to 5% after a qualifying period
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional days
• Flexible shift patterns, where possible
• Family friendly policies including enhanced parental leave
• Volunteer leave to support causes that matter to you
• Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy to support your career development
• Colleague recognition programme to celebrate our people
• Access to our benefits platform, offering a wide range of discounts
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Subsidised staff restaurant, where possible
• Free parking on site, where possible

About Us:
Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 60 years’ experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS.

We love people with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.

We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud of our ‘Speak Up for Safety’ programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more ‘Time to Care’.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all.

We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.

We care. It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people at risk. We expect all employees to share this commitment and behave in a way that supports it. All successful candidates will be provided with safeguarding training appropriate to their role.