Overview
Due to the expansion of our service operating 7 days between the hours of 08:00 to 20:00, we are looking for Band 7 HCPC registered MRI Radiographers to join our growing MRI team within the general imaging department at St Bartholomew's Hospital.
Key relationships
Key working relationships will be with the Imaging head of radiography, MRI Lead Radiographer, Radiologists, MRI & rotational radiographers, imaging assistants and other clinical and professional staff.
Responsibilities
* Participate in the effective and safe running of the MRI department and perform a wide range of specialist MRI scans in the extended 7-day service.
* Offer supervision/line management to band 6 radiographers, imaging assistants, students and visitors to the MRI department.
* Ensure patient flow in the trust by actively managing the flow of outpatients and in-patients.
* Engage in prompt protocolling, checking of conditional devices, and liaison with radiologists and other clinicians to unblock barriers to scanning.
* Deliver high-quality patient care and experience; address potential complaints to patient and carer satisfaction.
* Work as a specialist diagnostic practitioner in MRI with a variable caseload of patients with complex conditions; carry out appropriate diagnostic procedures to support diagnosis.
* Supervise, support and assist students and junior radiographers in service delivery and personal development.
* Organise and oversee the training of radiographers and students in all aspects of MRI scanning, including comprehensive competency assessments.
* Promote continuous improvements in service delivery and quality within all areas of the MRI service, using modern methods to improve productivity and leading in service delivery and workforce transformation and redesign.
* Manage the work of staff in the department and develop a culture of continuous improvement; establish realistic objectives and, through leadership, motivation and performance management, achieve required results.
About Barts Health and values
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country and a leading healthcare provider. Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, providing safe and compassionate care, and an outstanding place to work with Our WeCare values guiding how we work together. We strive to promote inclusion and ensure every staff member feels a sense of belonging; we value differences and support an inclusive working environment.
Additional information
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and to child protection. Disclosure and Barring Checks may be required for roles with direct access to children or vulnerable adults.
Equal opportunities
As an Equal Opportunities Employer we actively support applications from individuals who apply under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme and will process applications as appropriate. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. We are flexible about working arrangements and seek to support inclusion and a positive working environment.
Recruitment process notes
Details regarding application submission and data transfer to our applicant management systems will be provided during the application process. By applying, you consent to the transfer of information as part of the recruitment process.
Travel and sustainability
Barts Health supports active travel as part of its Net Zero goals. Sites are accessible by public transport; there is a cycle-to-work scheme and Brompton Hire Pods at some sites.
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