Specialist Radiographer (Lead for MRI Safety)
Job overview
This is an exciting part time role for an MRI Safety Lead Radiographer (Outpatient Coordinator) with excellent organisational skills to oversee and facilitate the process of prioritising, triaging, and investigating MR Safety scanning conditions for patients with implants.
The number of patients with implants requiring an MRI is continually increasing in number and scope. This is an opportunity for an experienced radiographer to take a lead role to ensure the efficient and timely running of the implant safety service.The role is key in the effective delivery and performance of the service including PTL management and departmental KPI targets. The postholder will work closely with the MRI Physics and MRI Radiographer teams and be supported by MR Safety Experts (MRSE) and Senior Radiographers with experience in implant safety.
The postholder will provide training to Radiographers in carrying out routine implant safety investigations in line with departmental protocols and will be responsible for ongoing clinical audit of safety information recorded on CRIS. Additionally, the role will act as line manager to the MRI safety admin function within the team.
The post is advertised as a Band 6 with career progression to Band 7, based on role development. Preference will be given to applicants with suitable knowledge and experience of implant safety in MRI. Applicants with less experience but a willingness to learn are also welcome and will be given training and support.
Main duties of the job- To act as Lead MRI Radiographer for implant safety, working with the MRI Physics team and Radiographers, Bookings and other staff / teams.
- The role is to oversee and coordinate the process of implant safety investigations from start to finish, prioritising incoming requests and triaging tasks to the appropriate teams.
- To carry out routine implant safety investigations in line with departmental protocols, and to support the MRI Physics team for non-routine / complex investigations.
- To provide training to Radiographers in implant safety investigations in line with DOPs.
- To carry out clinical audits of safety information recorded on CRIS
- To support the effective delivery and operations of the department including PTL waiting list management and departmental KPI targets.
- To adhere to the current MHRA guidelines and work safely within the health and safety regulations.
- To supervise Admin staff supporting the implant safety service and provide guidance and support to junior members of staff & students.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities- · Lead role in the day-to-day running of the complex implant service, supported by the Physics team acting as MR Safety Experts (MRSE), and Senior MRI Radiographers experienced in implant safety. The role is an integral part of the MRI safety team (MRI Physics and MRI Imaging) and manages incoming requests to the safety inbox etc. Working as a team following departmental Safety Protocols and MRSE advice to take the patient safety queries / investigations through to sign off. [Off-protocol and/or complex queries will be handled by an MR Safety Expert and / or experienced senior radiographers within the team].
- Undertake safety investigations for patients due to undergo MRI examinations at UHP. Communicate and investigate complex information relating to patient safety in both the investigative and clinical setting to ensure high standards of radiographic care are provided to patients and delivered in a timely manner.
- Provide ongoing clinical training in implant safety to radiographers and other staff as required to support an increased number of staff being competent to carry out routine implant safety investigations in accordance with departmental protocols.
- Responsible for carrying out routine clinical audit of the safety advice recorded on CRIS, reporting the findings to the MRI Physics lead. Implement new processes and checks to continually improve the quality of implant safety information recorded on CRIS.
- Attend the safety team meetings where tasks are discussed, prioritised, and coordinated. Support the effective delivery and operations of the department including PTL waiting list management and departmental KPI targets.
- As a senior radiographer you will be expected to be proactive in your work, taking responsibility wherever you are working and supervising junior staff as appropriate to ensure the department is working safely and efficiently.
- Investigate and analyse complex information, liaising with all members of the multi-disciplinary team, patients and carers to find all relevant information regarding implants. Ensure the information is available at time of investigation and during scanning, ensuring specialist skills and team members are in place to enable safe scanning of patients while in the department. Accurately document MR safety conditions / scan parameters to allow the MRI team to adapt techniques for these complex exams.
- Plan and prioritise the implant safety workload. Be able to manage the pressures of accommodating urgent requests in addition to planned work.
- Be able to assist and advise both specialists and non-specialists in matters pertaining to implant safety under the guidance of the MRSE, using specialist knowledge and professional judgement when required.
- As a senior and specialist radiographer, make recommendations on clinical practice to modality superintendent or lead consultant, and assist in the implementation of any change.
- Assess information on X-ray requests to ensure it is relevant and can be justified under IR(ME)R 2000. Request pre MRI radiographs to exclude intra orbital foreign bodies or aneurysm clips in accordance to IR(ME)R 2000. Comment in orbital radiographs per MRI (upon successful completion of a study programme and audit).
- Attend the safety team meetings where tasks are discussed, prioritised, and coordinated. Support the effective delivery and operations of the department including PTL waiting list management and departmental KPI targets.
Full job description attached.
Person specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria- Qualified MRI radiographer.
- Proven knowledge of MRI safety with demonstrable experience of investigating and assessing implants.
- Proven knowledge of all safety aspects of MRI, commensurate with current level of demonstrable experience / exposure.
- Computer literate including proven knowledge of using Radiology Computing Systems.
- Proven knowledge of regulations and guidance relevant to MRI.
- Demonstrable experience of carrying out audits
- Able to demonstrate post qualification experience as a radiographer.
- Awareness of NHS policies and documents
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Current HCPC registration
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- Post graduate qualification linked to specialist area.
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential criteria- Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity, and effectiveness at all levels.
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Organisational skills
- Show initiative and be responsive to service needs
- Ability to concentrate on the task in hand despite the distractions of a busy department.
- Ability to adapt to change within the work area.
- Must be able to work on own initiative
- Must be able to function as part of a large team.
Disposition/Attitude/Motivation
Essential criteria- Works in a calm and organised manner and mixes in well as part of cohesive team
- Highly motivated to provide a quality service
- Be professional at all times
- Enthusiasm to keep up to date with the latest advances in all aspects of the duties associated with the post.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY INCLUDING YOUR JUNK FOLDER.
If you need support with the online application process or require reasonable adjustments with the application and/or interview process please contact the Recruiting Manager for this post.
We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants about less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. We recommend contacting the manager of the role prior to applying and we commit to giving requests full consideration.
We welcome and encourage applicants who identify with all protected characteristics to apply for our roles. We believe that diversity strengthens our teams and improves our patients' experience. At UHP we aim to create an inclusive workplace and hospital where everyone feels they belong and included.
It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
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