Description
The Royal Marsden Hospital is one of Europe's largest Oncology centres and was the world's first hospital dedicated to cancer research, diagnosis, treatment and education.
We are currently inviting applications from enthusiastic MRI trained radiographers for a band 7 core MRI diagnostic radiographer post on the Sutton site.
The post holder will be expected to be flexible in their approach as the department will operate between 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and weekends 8-5pm.
The post holder will work as part of the MRI and cross-sectional team liaising with Radiologists and Clinicians in charge of a patient.
The key working relationships will be with other MRI & CT radiographers, MRI superintendents on both Chelsea & Sutton sites, radiology clerical and admin staff, clinical scientists, consultant radiologists and clinical referrers.
The main duties of the job include:
- Perform clinical MRI scans to produce diagnostic information appropriately as required by current protocols.
- Maintain the highest standard of practical and theoretical knowledge to ensure a standard of excellence in MRI techniques.
- Be aware of COSHH and Health and Safety at Work Act and ensure their guidelines are followed.
- Be fully aware of the potential hazards of working in an area of strong magnetic field and to be familiar with the safety guidelines issued by the Medical Devices Agency 2002.
The successful candidate should be an innovative, highly motivated radiographer with good communication skills, who is keen to contribute positively to the expanding cross sectional service.
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust offers a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways.
Job Responsibilities:
- To perform clinical MRI scans to produce diagnostic information appropriately as required by current protocols.
- To maintain the highest standard of practical and theoretical knowledge to ensure a standard of excellence in MRI techniques.
- To be aware of COSHH and Health and Safety at Work Act and ensure their guidelines are followed.
- To be fully aware of the potential hazards of working in an area of strong magnetic field and to be familiar with the safety guidelines issued by the Medical Devices Agency 2002.
- To act at all times with consideration for the safety and welfare of patients.
Person Specification:
- State registration
- DCR/BSc in Radiography
- Cannulation certificate or Completed workbook
- Significant recent post graduate experience in MRI
- Evidence of good organisation and communication
- Evidence of leadership and team building
- Ability to express themselves clearly in English
- Ability to write clearly and concisely in English
- Ability to use word processing software and IT systems
- Evidence of working within a team
Benefits:
- Competitive salary (£55,524 to £62,652 a year)
- Wide range of staff benefits
- Learning and development opportunities
- Clear career pathways