Senior MRI Radiographer

The post holder will be expected to be flexible in their approach as the department will operate between 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and weekends 8-5pm The post holder will work as part of the MRI and cross-sectional team liaising with Radiologists and Clinicians in charge of a patient. She/he will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team liaising with clinical nurse specialists, ward staff and other departmental staff. She/he will also liaise with internal and external agencies.It is essential that the post holder will have significant post graduate experience in MRI. This post requires good analytical, organisational, communication and computer skills. The key working relationships will be with other MRI & CT radiographers, MRI superintendents on both Chelsea & Sutton sites, radiology clerical and admin staff, clinical scientists, consultant radiologists and clinical referrers

To perform clinical MRI scans to produce diagnostic information appropriately as required by current protocols. To maintain the highest standard of practical and theoretical knowledge to ensure a standard of excellence in MRI techniques, so that protocols may be modified in an appropriate manner in view of clinical indications, imaging findings or patient condition and problems in image quality are recognized and acted upon. To be aware of COSHH and Health and Safety at Work Act and ensure their guidelines are followed. To be fully aware of the potential hazards of working in an area of strong magnetic field and to be familiar with the safety guidelines issued by the Medical Devices Agency 2002. To be fully aware of the potential bio-effects of MRI and to ensure that the scanner is operated within safe limits at all times. To act at all times with consideration for the safety and welfare of patients.

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Essential: - State registration; - DCR/BSc in Radiography; - Cannulation certificate or Completed workbook; - Significant recent post graduate experience in MRI

Desirable: - Post Graduate certificate in MRI

Essential: - Evidence of good organisation and communication; - Evidence of leadership and team building

Desirable: - Experience in supervision of diagnostic radiographer staff in MRI

Essential: - Ability to express themselves clearly in English; - Ability to write clearly and concisely in English; - Ability to use word processing software and IT systems; - Evidence of working within a team

Essential: - Evidence of personal development, enthusiasm and initiative.; - Evidence of CPD in MRI; - Innovative, challenging