Senior Radiographer - Manchester - ref. y8801415
Job overview
Are you ready to embark on an exciting career opportunity at one of the world’s leading cancer treatment centres? The Christie Hospital is seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as a senior MRI Radiographer. If you’re passionate about advancing healthcare dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and eager to work in a dynamic and innovative environment, this role is for you.This will be a fixed term part time position working 3 days per week to cover maternity leave.
As one of the largest cancer centres in Europe we are committed to pushing boundaries and improving outcomes for patients through cutting-edge technology and ground-breaking research. Join us and be part of an extraordinary team that is transforming the landscape of cancer treatment.
As a senior MRI Radiographer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of our MR service. You will work alongside the MRI Lead and deputies to support a team of talented radiographers, ensuring the provision of high-quality care across 4 scanners.Your expertise will contribute directly to the development of tailored treatment plans for patients, helping to optimise their outcomes and overall experience.
You will be supported to access professional development and post graduate educational opportunities offering routes into advanced clinical practice or senior management.
Main duties of the job
MAIN DUTIES- Work alongside the MR leadership team in the day-to-day running of the department, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation and compassion.
- Provide guidance to a team of radiographers and radiographic aides, promoting their professional growth and development.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support accurate and timely diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Drive the implementation of new technologies and techniques, staying at the forefront of advancements in MR radiography.
- Participate in departmental audits, research projects and quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery.
- Degree in Diagnostic Radiography
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- PgCert in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (desirable)
- Strong background in MR imaging
- Proven leadership abilities with the capacity to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
- Excellent communication skills, fostering effective collaboration across departments.
- Strong problem-solving skills, capable of making critical decisions in a fast paced environment.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and staying up to date with industry advancements.
Working for our organisation
The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.
We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services.We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.
We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Communication requirements- To assist in ensuring there is effective communication between the various teams who have input into the Scanning service such as Diagnostic Radiology Staff, students, Medical Physics Staff, Clinicians, Nursing staff and others.
- To ensure that patients understand complex information related to their examination and to encourage patients to cooperate fully in the examination process. This may involve patients with learning difficulties or other disabilities.
- To participate in departmental audit to enable implementation of evidence based working practice. To help develop and implement new protocols and working practice as a result of audit.
- Accurate input of patient data into any Trust computer system.
- Take an active role in the training of qualified radiographers, radiography students and students from other disciplines including visiting engineers and clinical trainee staff
- Maintain expertise in intravenous cannulation techniques.
§ To participate in the departmental continuing professional development programme, including participating in appraisal and personal development planning.
§ To participate in the Trust’s mandatory training.
§ To adhere to the College of Radiographer’s Professional Code of Conduct.
§ To use and instruct others on the required functions of the computerised Radiology Patient Administration System and Radiology Information System i.e. PACS and RIS.
Analytical skills- Assess patient’s clinical condition with relation to the level of risk of giving intravenous contrast medium examination protocols.
- Adapt radiological techniques and protocols in accordance with the condition of the patient.
- Recognise abnormal images and discuss with the radiologist the necessity for further imaging. Use professional judgement to act autonomously to adjust scanning parameters to ensure high quality imaging to ensure a smooth patient pathway.
- To act as a referrer for orbital x-rays prior to MR imaging, which involves independently assessing the risks and benefits to the patient.
- To undertake all MRI examinations as directed to an acceptable standard and seek guidance as appropriate. Aim to achieve and promote “quality” in all aspects of the radiology service.
- To ensure safety of self, staff and patients/visitors with regard to the use of MRI scanning equipment and adhering to local Operational guidelines, MHRA and local safety screening guidelines
- Supervision of junior radiographic staff, students and radiographic aides as required.
- Ordering of equipment and consumable items.
- Provision of specialist care of patients to ensure their comfort and safety in the department.
- Checking patient details prior to examination and ensuring all relevant details are on the request card. Ensuring pregnancy is excluded in female patients of childbearing years.
- Maintenance of the standards of imaging set by the department
- Ensuring that any faults in equipment, fixtures, fittings or fabric of any of the departments are recorded and notified to the appropriate persons, and complying with, and enforcing current Health and Safety and Moving and Handling regulations.
- Maintaining practices in keeping with departmental and Trust Board policies, e.g. fire regulations, patient confidentiality etc.
- To work with the Radiologists, Clinical Specialist Radiographers and other senior staff in the department to review working practices and identify new ways of working and find solutions to problems.
- Clinical supervision of radiography students
- There is a contractual requirement to participate in extended day and weekend working, and on-call.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- DCR (R) or BSc Radiography
- HCPC registration
- Interested in post graduate study
- Competent in administration of IV contrast
Experience
Essential criteria- Experience of MR Scanning
- Experience in a variety of other Trusts / Departments of Radiology
- Experience of working in an oncology setting
- Experience with training students
Skills
Essential criteria- Communication skills
- Analytical skills
- Planning and organizational skills
- Team worker
- IT skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- ECDL
Knowledge
Essential criteria- Oncology knowledge
- Personal development plan with ongoing CPD portfolio
- Knowledge of College of Radiographers policies
Other
Essential criteria- Reliable
- Ability to use initiative
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good general health and attendance record
- Sensitivity and tact
- Smart professional appearance
- Ability to participate in extended day and weekend working, and on-call
- Ability to work flexibly
- Desire to work with patients who have cancer
The closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.
We want to ensure that everyone who works at the Christie or uses our services is welcomed, valued and treated with dignity and respect. The Christie values diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all and fair representation across the organisation at all levels.In support of these commitments, we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority people and people with disabilities for this post. Appointment will be only on merit.
We are committed to creating a balanced and diverse workforce. As such we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Together we will foster inclusion and tackle inequity and health inequalities in cancer care.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy
All positions within the Christie are subject to the receipt of satisfactory written references, medical clearance and evidence of your Right to Work in the UK. Some roles will require a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Please note if you are successfully appointed to a post with this Trust, you will be required to pay for your own DBS Disclosure.
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If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, I regret that on this occasion your application will have been unsuccessful.
The Inter-Authority Transfer (IAT) process is a critical and beneficial component of ESR and will form part of the recruitment process. In the event that you are successful following interview your previous NHS employment data, if applicable will be transferred from your current / most recent employer.
Overseas candidates wishing to apply for this position and who would require immigration sponsorship, may wish to self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the post on the UKVI website.
You should be aware the Trust operates a No Smoking Policy and therefore employees are not permitted to smoke at work.