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MRI Radiographer/ Trainee MRI Radiographer - PeterboroughinPeterboroughinPeterboroughPUBLISHED TUE 29 OCT 2024

Band 6: £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum  PERMANENT 
MAGNETIC RESONANCEMAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGINGNHSWEEKEND

North West Anglia NHS Foundation TrustFollow North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Opportunity for Professional Development, As a trainee or experienced MRI radiographer, you will have access to ongoing training and support, helping you to advance your skills and career in a specialized field.
State-of-the-Art Equipment, Work with contemporary MRI technology, including GE 1.5T, 3.0T and Philips 1.5T scanners, enhancing your technical expertise and experience.
Diverse Patient Exposure, Gain experience by scanning a wide range of paediatric and adult MRI examinations, allowing for valuable hands-on experience.
Flexible Working Patterns, Benefit from a 3-day shift pattern, accommodating work-life balance and allowing you to manage personal commitments while still fulfilling your professional role.
Collaborative Environment, Join a multidisciplinary team that emphasizes communication and teamwork, fostering a positive workplace culture.
Enhanced Responsibilities, Opportunity to mentor and train junior staff, developing your leadership skills and contributing to the growth of others.
Extensive Role Opportunities, Potential to engage in extended roles such as venopuncture and representation at Trust-wide meetings, enriching your professional experience.
The North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic MRI Radiographer or a Trainee MRI Radiographer for their Peterborough location. The successful candidate will join a team operating advanced MRI scanners across three hospital sites and will have the opportunity to perform a variety of MRI examinations for both pediatric and adult patients. Candidates should possess strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. The role requires flexibility as the MRI service operates 12.5 hours a day, seven days a week, with staff working a 3-day shift pattern that includes weekends and Bank holidays. Responsibilities include producing high-quality diagnostic images, ensuring patient care adheres to relevant guidelines, and mentoring junior staff. Additional duties may involve venipuncture and participating in trust-wide initiatives. Continuous personal and professional development is expected.
Opportunity for Professional Development, As a trainee or experienced MRI radiographer, you will have access to ongoing training and support, helping you to advance your skills and career in a specialized field.
State-of-the-Art Equipment, Work with contemporary MRI technology, including GE 1.5T, 3.0T and Philips 1.5T scanners, enhancing your technical expertise and experience.
Diverse Patient Exposure, Gain experience by scanning a wide range of paediatric and adult MRI examinations, allowing for valuable hands-on experience.
Flexible Working Patterns, Benefit from a 3-day shift pattern, accommodating work-life balance and allowing you to manage personal commitments while still fulfilling your professional role.
Collaborative Environment, Join a multidisciplinary team that emphasizes communication and teamwork, fostering a positive workplace culture.
Enhanced Responsibilities, Opportunity to mentor and train junior staff, developing your leadership skills and contributing to the growth of others.
Extensive Role Opportunities, Potential to engage in extended roles such as venopuncture and representation at Trust-wide meetings, enriching your professional experience.

Here are 5 questions you could be asked if you apply for this job: Start practice interview...
1. Can you describe your experience with MRI scanning, particularly with different types of MRI equipment such as GE and Philips systems?
2. What strategies do you employ to ensure the production of high-quality diagnostic images?
3. How do you stay updated with national guidelines and legislation relevant to medical imaging, such as the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations?
4. In your opinion, what are the key challenges that arise when performing MRI scans on paediatric patients, and how would you address them?
5. Can you provide an example of how you effectively communicated with a patient to alleviate their concerns before an MRI procedure?
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1. Can you describe your experience with MRI scanning, particularly with different types of MRI equipment such as GE and Philips systems?
2. What strategies do you employ to ensure the production of high-quality diagnostic images?
3. How do you stay updated with national guidelines and legislation relevant to medical imaging, such as the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations?
4. In your opinion, what are the key challenges that arise when performing MRI scans on paediatric patients, and how would you address them?
5. Can you provide an example of how you effectively communicated with a patient to alleviate their concerns before an MRI procedure?
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Useful skills for a MRI Radiographer/Trainee MRI Radiographer - Peterborough:
To work as a MRI Radiographer or Trainee MRI Radiographer in the UK, certain skills and qualifications are essential. Here are the key skills and attributes you need:
Educational Requirements
1. Relevant Degree: A degree in radiography, medical imaging, or a related field is typically required. This could be a Bachelor's degree or a Postgraduate diploma in Radiography that is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
2. HCPC Registration: As a radiographer, you must be registered with the HCPC to practice legally in the UK.
Key Skills
1. Technical Proficiency:
- Understanding of MRI technology, physics, and operation.
- Ability to handle and maintain MRI equipment.
- Knowledge of safety protocols involved in MRI scans, particularly regarding patient safety in the magnetic field.
2. Patient Care:
- Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients.
- Ability to explain procedures and alleviate patient anxieties.
- Empathy and sensitivity towards patients' physical and emotional needs.
3. Attention to Detail:
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail in obtaining images and data.
- Ability to follow detailed protocols and procedures for different MRI scans.
4. Problem-Solving Skills:
- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues with MRI machines.
- Capacity to adapt and respond to unforeseen patient conditions or emergencies.
5. Teamwork and Collaboration:
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with radiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
6. Organizational Skills:
- Good time management to handle multiple patients and procedures efficiently.
- Ability to maintain accurate patient records and manage imaging data.
7. Continuous Learning:
- Willingness to engage in professional development, keeping up-to-date with advancements in MRI technology and techniques.
Additional Considerations
- Physical Stamina: The role may require standing for extended periods and assisting patients with mobility issues.
- Basic Computer Skills: Familiarity with healthcare software systems for managing patient records and imaging data.
Opportunities for Specialization
As you progress in your career, you may have opportunities to specialize in certain areas of MRI imaging, which might require additional skills and training.
 


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