Job summary
Due to the expansion of the MRI units operating hours we are looking for highly motivated, enthusiastic MRI Radiographers with proven cross sectional experience to join our MRI teams at Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once fully trained, you will be expected to perform a wide range of complex MRI examinations on state of the art Siemens equipment. Working in a tertiary referral centre, you will develop skills in MSK, ENT, cardiac, gynae, breast, HPB and paediatrics MRI scanning. The Trust also houses the Great North Children's Hospital and the Great North Trauma and Emergency Centre.
- Interview date: 2nd August 2024
- 37 Hours 30 Minutes /week
- You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy.
Main duties of the job
- We are seeking enthusiastic, suitably qualified Radiographers with MRI experience to join our friendly and dedicated MRI teams within the Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Radiology departments.
- The Radiology directorate performs a wide range of examinations supporting out patients, in patients and emergency department in HPB, renal, MSK, ENT, oncology, cardiac, breast, gynaecology and vascular examinations using state of the art Siemens equipment. The trust is a tertiary NHS organization, has a major trauma center and boasts the great North Children's Hospital.
- These posts are suited to Radiographers with proven experience in a broad range of MRI examinations, imaging techniques and a good knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and pathology. Extensive MRI safety knowledge is a must for this post. Experience in advanced imaging would be an advantage. Cannulation skills are a requirement for this post but not essential as training will be provided if required.
- The post holders will take responsibility for producing images of a high standard, supervising and training junior staff, including radiography students. Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills are required, with the ability to work effectively in a team or independently and be able to liaise with staff of any grade within and outside of the radiology directorate.
About us
Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the busiest, largest and most successful teaching NHS foundation trusts in the country, we have around 16,000 staff and an annual income of £1 billion.
We have a long history of providing high quality care, clinical excellence, and innovation in medical research regionally, nationally and internationally.
We're also proud to be the second largest provider of specialised services in the country. This means we support people with a range of rare and complex medical, surgical and neurological conditions, cancers and genetic orders.
Our staff oversee around 2 million patients 'contacts' each year, delivering high standards of healthcare.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust.
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and recognise the benefit in providing an inclusive environment. We value and respect the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects the communities we serve, and is equipped to deliver the best service to our patients. We welcome all applications irrespective of people's race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
These are full time posts within the MRI although rotating into to another imaging modalities may be arranged. There are posts available on both the Freeman and RVI sites although you may be required to work cross site if the service demands. The MRI unit runs an extended seven day service in which you will be expected to participate.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Radiographer with MRI experience wishing to extend their skills and expertise whilst working in a team-based environment.
Applicants must have BSc Radiography, MSc Radiography, DCR or equivalent qualification and Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration. You will be expected to demonstrate your cross sections skills with a post grad qualification, appropriate courses or clinical experience.
- To be part of a team delivering a high quality efficient and effective radiographic service, to make an informed decision on the diagnostic images required and demonstrate a professional, caring and responsible approach to patients.
- A commitment to out of hours work and extended working days within the imaging department primarily based at either the Freeman or RVI site but with commitments to work within Radiology trust wide when required.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate.The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first months pay.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Working knowledge of all relevant professional and NHS policies and procedures
- Detailed knowledge of MRI sequences and imaging parameters
- Detailed knowledge of MRI Safety
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Evidence of audit and research
SKILLS
Essential
- Good organisational interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to work effectively in a team or independently as required
- Evidence of leadership skills
- IT skills necessary for Radiology Information Systems (RIS) and Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) including keyboard and mouse skills
Desirable
- Cannulation skills
- Advanced computer skills
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Broad range of MRI scanning experience
Desirable
- Advanced MRI scanning procedures
- Additional roles such as MRI safety, manual handling facilitator, CPR training, Health and Safety representative
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- HCPC registered
- BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent with significant post degree experience
- Post Graduate qualification in a clinical speciality, or post graduate specialist short courses or relevant specialist experience
Desirable
- Post Graduate qualification in MRI
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Freeman Hospital
317 01 Freeman Hospital
NE7 7DN