Senior MRI Radiographer - Part-time 11.5 hours per week inBirmingham inBirmingham PUBLISHED 24 DEC 2023

Job Purpose:

To take an active part in the provision of the MRI service whilst maintaining the highest standards of MR imaging and patient care at all times. Organise service provision under supervision of the MRI team leader. To directly supervise Radiographic Assistants to maximise throughput and monitor image quality.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Clinical

• Carry out MRI imaging to agreed standards and protocols incorporating the College of Radiographers and departmental guidelines
• Be sensitive to the needs of the patient in their care during the MRI investigation
• Be responsible for controlling access within the MRI department and supervise non-MR safety trained personnel in the restricted area
• Use experience and judgment to interpret images and perform extra sequences as appropriate
• Administer Drugs and Contrast Agents as outlined by relevant PGDs for this band
• Assist in vetting MR referrals in line with referral guidelines, to make the decision to reject requests which do not meet these guidelines.
• To organise and prioritise workload as required, considering the patients clinical condition and the imaging request, in a safe and efficient manner.
• Participate in the MRI Spinal On-Call rota, extended working day system and weekend duties.
• To liaise with other areas of the Trust to ensure the best patient care by having a flexible approach to use of staff and equipment.
• To communicate and liaise with all members Trust staff including the multidisciplinary team and to deliver sensitive information to patients and carers where there may be barriers to communication, ensuring that patients understand the procedure and receive appropriate reassurance.
• To record data concerning the patients examination, in line with department policies and protocols, and factors relating to the patients clinical condition.
• Maintain a professional attitude for the dignity and well-being of the patient and ensuring confidentiality at all times.
• Maintain the highest professional standards and good public image both verbally and visually.
• Actively assist in the clinical education/training of trainee assistant practitioners, radiography apprentices, radiographic assistants and radiography students, as required.
• Participate in research, technical developments and introduce new techniques and instruct staff on the same under the direction of the Team Lead Radiographer and with the agreement of the relevant medical staff.
• Assist in the development and production of protocols, procedures and training manuals as directed by the Team Leader.

Technical

• Fully competent with the operation of all appropriate Imaging equipment within the department.
• Competent with the operation of the Radiology Information System and PACS.
• Fully competent with the operation of all additional equipment within the department such as suction/oxygen, hoists and other manual handling devices, contrast injectors etc.
• Participate in the departmental quality assurance and audit programme.

Professional

• Maintain, monitor and where possible, improve standards of service and quality of work.
• Maintain a high standard of work and strive for continual improvements in radiographic standards and patient care.
• Relate to and communicate with all staff in a courteous and helpful manner at all times and act as a role model for the department.
• Relate to and communicate with all patients and visitors in a sensitive and empathetic manner. To assess the need for and utilise the appropriate levels of tact and persuasion as required.
• Assist in promoting the Imaging service as a high quality professional patient-care activity to patients, visitors and other health-care workers within and outside the Trust.
• Take personal responsibility for organising attendance at the Trusts Mandatory Training programme.
• Participate in the Trusts appraisal process and consider personal and professional needs and translate these into realistic annual objectives and implementation plans.
• Maintain ones own Education and Development in line with Divisional needs and CoR Guidelines, via Continuous Professional Development. To undertake additional training in order to permit the implementation of service development.

• Undertake studies, research and audits as required by the Department. To present these findings at audit and governance meetings as requested.

Management and Leadership

• Liaise with other Radiographers; Managers, Nursing staff; Radiologists, Secretarial, A&C, and Support Workers within Imaging as well as Clinicians and Nurses within and outside the Trust in order to promote an efficient Imaging service which places the needs of the patient at the centre of all activities.
• Take responsibility for the day to day running of the department in the absence of the Team Leader.
• Supervise the activity of junior staff, intervene where necessary and thus ensure a high quality service is always provided to patients and service user.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness of the environment and equipment.
• Assist in the Recruitment and Selection, and undertake Personal Development
  
  Reviews, of certain staff groups as delegated by the Team Leader.
• Record and report all breakdowns and faults of equipment to the Team Leader.
• Record and report all defects and breakages of fixtures and fittings and take appropriate action to instigate repair.
• Record and report any accident or injury occurring in the Department to the Team Leader.
• Be responsible for controlling access within the MRI department.
• Be aware of the implications of the Health and Safety at Work Act, IR(ME)R Regulations and ensure the guidelines are followed.
• Participate in process redesign as required.
• Deputise for the Team Leader in their absence, if requested.
• Carry out duties e.g. lectures, presentations, etc. to assist in promotion of the service as required.

Standards of behaviour

• To comply with the Health Professions Council Code of Conduct.
• To comply with the College of Radiographers Code of Professional Conduct.
• To uphold the values, behaviours and standards expected by the Trust:
  • Respect
  • Dignity
  • Openness
  • Compassion
  • Excellence
  • Innovation

To take personal responsibility for ensuring own mandatory & statutory training is up to data and maintained and to use ESR for all training records.

This is not an exhaustive list of duties and a regular review will take place with the postholder as part of their ongoing development and performance management.

Full job description added as a supporting document.

The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest specialist orthopaedic units in Europe. Our 200-year heritage of innovation and excellence still drives us today as we continue to push boundaries to deliver the best care possible. We are rated among the best in the NHS for both clinical outcomes and patient experience and were rated as 'good' by the CQC in our latest inspection. We are in an exciting period of strategic change which includes new service development and growth.

Our vision is to be 'first choice for orthopaedic care. We are looking for the right people to help us achieve our vision. If you are values-driven and committed to quality and continuous improvement, then you might be just who we are looking for.

Our Imaging Department plays an essential role in the Trust, offering a range of diagnostic tests. The MRI department has a recently refurbished Siemens Vida Fit 3T scanner and a Siemens Sola 1.5T scanner installed 2 years ago. This high level of investment by the Trust ensures we can provide the best imaging facilities for our patients.

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a part time senior MRI radiographers, with a passion for MRI, to expand our experienced team.

Please note that this job vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered and to avoid disappointment, we advise submitting your application as soon as possible.

The hours of the MRI unit are 07:30-20:00 Monday to Friday, and 07:30-17:30 on Saturday and Sunday. The successful applicant will be required to work within this rota as required. Participation in the spinal out of hour's MRI on-call rota will also be required.

This is an excellent opportunity for the right person. You will need to be motivated to learn, flexible and enthusiastic to develop your skills. You should have experience in the NHS and strong communication and interpersonal skills. You will play a key role in patient care, so you should be positive, adaptable, and work to high standards to ensure our Trust maintains its good reputation.

In return you will work as part of a high-performing and supportive team. You will have the opportunity to grow professionally and be supported to expand your skill set.

If you are ready to develop and you can help us drive forward quality and care, we would like to hear from you. For a full list of duties and requirements, please read our Job Description and Person Specification.

To arrange a telephone conversation or visit, please contact Kerry Dudman, MRI Team Leader on ext 55129. For more information about our hospital please visit www.jobsincare.com/job/jHgTZCmv

Who we are looking for

• Enthusiastic and flexible people
• Well organised individuals who work well in a team
• Motivated candidates who are committed to self-development and improvement
• Values-driven people who show care and compassion in all they do