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Senior MRI Radiographer
Duchy Hospital, Truro
Full Time – hours
As a Senior MRI Radiographer at Duchy Hospital, the opportunities to develop yourself, and the services we provide are abundant. As a hospital undertaking cardiac services, previous experience in Cardiac and Breast MRI is highly desirable as well as experience with Siemens MRI equipment. The service is currently running 8am to 6pm from Monday to Friday. As the service expands this is likely to change to involve longer days and weekends. There is a small commitment to MRI on-call from home on one Wednesday night per month, shared across the MRI team. We are looking for an experienced and motivated radiographer looking to progress and enhance their supervisory and clinical skills.
Previous experience in MRI (min. 2 Years) is essential. The successful candidate must be willing to take part in our extended evening and weekend MRI service. This post may involve supporting the general X-ray dept in case of absence or low workload.
The candidate will need to demonstrate experience and knowledge of all aspects of Radiology with an interest in service improvement to ensure the department continues to be progressive and efficient.
You must be committed and willing to take on additional responsibilities, and you will be required to participate in the out of hour and 7 day working rota.
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:
1. Deliver a high-quality diagnostic imaging service for a varied caseload
2. Be highly proficient in the use of all equipment within scope of practice
3. Supervise and develop junior colleagues
4. Accountable for MRI safety in line with local rules
5. To work within IRMER and own scope of practice, in accordance with the code of conduct set out by the HCPC
6. Participate in departmental audits and Quality Assurance programme
7. Provide support to the Clinical Lead Radiographers, and Imaging Manager
8. Ensure equipment is safe and fit for purpose and, can report faults in line with Ramsay Health policy
9. Competency in IV cannulation is essential
10. Provide input to the review, update and implementation of departmental policy and procedural changes
11. Comply with all Ramsay Health policies and procedures
12. Ensure all records are maintained in line with statutory and organisational requirements
13. Participate in on call rota (must be able to attend site within one hour of call activation)
Where you'll be based:
Duchy Hospital is Cornwall’s only private hospital and has an excellent reputation for delivering high quality healthcare treatments and services. Everything we do is focused on providing the very best health care to all in a clean and safe environment. We’ve invested in state-of-the-art equipment and we’re committed to giving you more time to focus on what matters. With a caring nature, an eye for detail and an emphasis on high quality care; here is where you’ll shine in the County of Cornwall.
What you'll bring with you:
14. Have a BSC degree in diagnostic radiography (or equivalent)
15. A postgraduate qualification and/or high levels of technical knowledge (desirable)
16. Possess a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a wide variety MRI scans (ideally including Cardiac, Small Bowel Enterography, mpMRI Prostate, Gynae, Breast, MSK)
17. Have an understanding and empathetic approach to patients and staff alike
18. Be respectful towards all individuals, including staff, patients and visitors
19. Have a proactive and forward thinking approach to work
20. Ensure a service of the highest quality care is delivered with sensitivity and compassion
21. 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:
Health, Wellbeing & Financial Security
22. Private Medical Cover, with the option to add your partner and dependants
23. Discounted Bupa Dental Insurance
24. Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 your base salary
25. Private Pension, with Ramsay matching up to 5% after a qualifying period
26. Employee Assistance Programme
Work–Life Balance
27. 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional days
28. Flexible shift patterns, where possible
29. Family friendly policies including enhanced parental leave
30. Volunteer leave to support causes that matter to you
Career Development & Recognition
31. Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy to support your career development
32. Colleague recognition programme to celebrate our people
Lifestyle & Everyday Perks
33. Access to our benefits platform, offering a wide range of discounts
34. Cycle2Work scheme
35. Subsidised staff restaurant, where possible
36. 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 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.