Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Cardiac MRI Radiographer to join our Cardiac MRI team at University Hospital Southampton. This role is to provide high quality Cardiac MR imaging for the purpose of diagnosis and research in a dedicated MRI Unit. Our busy unit scans both adults and children for cardiac and thoracic disease, including Adenosine and Dobutamine stress scans and patients with complex congenital abnormalities.
The successful candidate must be innovative, organised and compassionate, with a drive to learn. Ideally, the successful candidate will have some relevant competencies in CMRI.
The successful candidate must be adaptable and able to respond to fast moving and difficult situations. They must be able to collaborate with Radiographers, Radiologists, Cardiologists, Anaesthetists and the Catheter Lab Multi-Disciplinary Team in order to provide and maintain a high-quality service to all our patients. This role reports to the Lead Superintendent Radiographer of Cardiothoracic Radiology.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake scanning procedures, across a variety of complex clinical presentations and pathologies, within the Cardiac MR unit.
Demonstrate a sound understanding of cross sectional anatomySound knowledge of MRI safety and the MRI environment.
IV cannulation certificate/competency.
At least 2 years previous MRI experience, ideally some CMR exposure.
We typically work 0800-1800, over 4 days, this includes weekend working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake scanning procedures, across a variety of complex clinical presentations and pathologies, within the Cardiac MR unit.
Demonstrate a sound understanding of cross sectional anatomySound knowledge of MRI safety and the MRI environment.
IV cannulation certificate/competency.
At least 2 years previous MRI experience, ideally some CMR exposure.
We typically work 0800-1800, over 4 days, this includes weekend working.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- BSc. Radiography or equivalent
- HCPC registration
- IV cannulation certificate
Desirable
- First Level Management or Supervisory CourseApplicationX
- Intermediate life support
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Experience of working in a department using IR(ME)R 2018 and IRR 2017 regulations in clinical practice
- Considerable post graduate experience in relevant specialist imaging
- Understanding of COSHH, Manual Handling, Basic Life support
- Sound knowledge of MRI safety
- Proven ability to effectively adapt imaging technique when necessary
- Evidence of personal and professional development
- Previous supervisory/team leading experience
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- BSc. Radiography or equivalent
- HCPC registration
- IV cannulation certificate
Desirable
- First Level Management or Supervisory CourseApplicationX
- Intermediate life support
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Experience of working in a department using IR(ME)R 2018 and IRR 2017 regulations in clinical practice
- Considerable post graduate experience in relevant specialist imaging
- Understanding of COSHH, Manual Handling, Basic Life support
- Sound knowledge of MRI safety
- Proven ability to effectively adapt imaging technique when necessary
- Evidence of personal and professional development
- Previous supervisory/team leading 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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
