The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Due to the expansion of the MRI unit's 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.
Main Duties of the Job
The Radiology directorate performs a wide range of examinations supporting outpatients, inpatients, and the emergency department in HPB, renal, MSK, ENT, oncology, cardiac, breast, gynaecology, and vascular examinations using state-of-the-art Siemens equipment.
The post is suited to qualified radiographers with an interest in MRI and cross-sectional imaging. Proven experience in a broad range of MRI examinations & imaging techniques, including advanced techniques, MRI safety, and a good knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and pathology would be advantageous. Cannulation skills are a requirement for this post but not essential as training will be provided if required.
Once fully trained, the post holder 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.
This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to develop their skills in advanced and specialised MRI examinations.
About Us Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:
Freeman Hospital
Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)
Newcastle Dental Hospital
Newcastle Fertility Centre
Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria
Northern Genetics Service
Cramlington Manor Walks
These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.
We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'.
For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit:
Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals
Job Responsibilities This is a full-time post within the MRI unit, although rotating into other imaging modalities may be arranged. 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 wishing to extend their skills and expertise while working in a team-based environment.
You would 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.
The post is based at either the Freeman or RVI site but with commitments to work within the 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.
Person Specification Knowledge
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
Evidence of audit and research
Skills
Good organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the 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
Experience
Broad range of MRI scanning experience
Advanced MRI scanning procedures
Additional roles such as MRI safety, manual handling facilitator, CPR training, Health and Safety representative
Qualifications
HCPC registered
BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent with significant post-degree experience
Post Graduate qualification in a clinical specialty, or postgraduate specialist short courses or relevant specialist experience
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.
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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.
Main Duties of the Job
The Radiology directorate performs a wide range of examinations supporting outpatients, inpatients, and the emergency department in HPB, renal, MSK, ENT, oncology, cardiac, breast, gynaecology, and vascular examinations using state-of-the-art Siemens equipment.
The post is suited to qualified radiographers with an interest in MRI and cross-sectional imaging. Proven experience in a broad range of MRI examinations & imaging techniques, including advanced techniques, MRI safety, and a good knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and pathology would be advantageous. Cannulation skills are a requirement for this post but not essential as training will be provided if required.
Once fully trained, the post holder 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.
This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to develop their skills in advanced and specialised MRI examinations.
About Us Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:
Freeman Hospital
Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)
Newcastle Dental Hospital
Newcastle Fertility Centre
Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria
Northern Genetics Service
Cramlington Manor Walks
These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.
We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'.
For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit:
Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals
Job Responsibilities This is a full-time post within the MRI unit, although rotating into other imaging modalities may be arranged. 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 wishing to extend their skills and expertise while working in a team-based environment.
You would 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.
The post is based at either the Freeman or RVI site but with commitments to work within the 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.
Person Specification Knowledge
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
Evidence of audit and research
Skills
Good organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the 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
Experience
Broad range of MRI scanning experience
Advanced MRI scanning procedures
Additional roles such as MRI safety, manual handling facilitator, CPR training, Health and Safety representative
Qualifications
HCPC registered
BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent with significant post-degree experience
Post Graduate qualification in a clinical specialty, or postgraduate specialist short courses or relevant specialist experience
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.
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