Job summary
Post-CCT Clinical Fellow in Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance
Harefield Hospital Site
1 Post Available from 4th April 2023 and a second post is potentially available from 4th October 2023.
This 6-month post is for a clinical fellow who will spend 6 months being trained in CMR and contributing to the CMR service at Harefield Hospital (the post may be renewable by mutual consent, up to a maximum of 2 years).
Main duties of the job
- To assist in the running of the clinical CMR service under the direction of the Clinical Lead, including being fully trained in CMR safety and the delivery of a safe NHS service, and being present at CMR scans.
- Depending on the mutually agreed post duration, the fellow will be expected to gain competence in advanced CMR techniques useful to an advanced heart failure and cardiothoracic transplant centre, including quantitative parametric mapping techniques and CMR of patients with cardiac devices, as well as achieve Level EACVI 2 or 3 accreditation in CMR as appropriate.
- There are no formalised research duties in the job plan for this position. However, depending on the individual and the mutually-agreed duration of the post, the fellow may be involved in CMR research and peer-reviewed publication.
- To maintain a high standard of patient care at all times. To liaise with the Chief Technologist in CMR with regard to clinical service issues.
- To liaise with the physics and clinical staff to ensure the safe operation of all imaging equipment in the CMR Unit.
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About us
Harefield Hospital is the largest advanced heart and lung failure and cardiothoracic transplant centre in the UK and the regional primary angioplasty centre.
The Harefield CMR Department was established in 2008 and moved to a new dedicated Harefield Imaging Centre in 2019. This contains state-of-the-art accommodation and equipment including two Siemens Aera 1.5T scanners dedicated to clinical CMR. The CMR department is a regional referral centre, performing ~2,500 clinical cardiovascular CMR studies per year.
The CMR unit is led by Dr Joyce Wong, and the research programme at Harefield is led by Dr Chiara Bucciarelli-Ducci. There are 4 additional consultants; Dr Tarun Mittal, Dr Tina Khan, Dr Aigul Baltabaeva, and Dr Elena Surkova (Locum).
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Assisting in the running of the clinical CMR service under the direction of the Clinical Lead for CMR
- To be fully trained in CMR safety and the delivery of a safe NHS service.
- To maintain a high standard of patient care at all times.
- To liaise with the Cross-sectional Imaging Superintendent with regard to CMR clinical service issues.
- To liaise with the physics and clinical staff to ensure the safe operation of all imaging equipment in the CMR Department
- To ensure appropriate infection control measures are utilised when necessary. Paying particular attention to personal protection as well as the management of equipment and linens.
- To observe safety regulations with particular regard to the Local Rules for CMR and the Health and Safety at Work Act.
- If necessary, to remove property from a patient, for example to take any metal object or jewellery off for a CMR scan and ensure the patients property is looked after and returned to them at the completion of the procedure.
- To communicate appropriately with other members of staff, giving support and advice where necessary.
- To train radiographers, technologists and other doctors in the use of MR scanning equipment, and CMR scanning techniques.
- To welcome and assist visitors to the CMR Department.
- The post holder will maintain good working relationships with multidisciplinary team within the CMR Department and the hospital.
- To liaise with other departments/wards within the hospital and various external sources in order to provide a quality service to patients and clinicians.
- To communicate appropriately with other members of staff, giving support and advice where necessary.
- To communicate effectively and empathetically with patients and their escorts prior to, during and after an examination and to assess specific communication needs of individual patients.
- To use tact and sensitivity when asking personal questions, e.g. checking pregnancy status before an examination.
- To explain procedures and reassure patients who may have concerns regarding claustrophobia in order to gain their cooperation.
- To use complex and expensive MR scanning equipment safely and responsibly.
- To report any equipment failure to the Cross-sectional Imaging Superintendent or Deputy MRI Superintendent
- To abide by the Trusts core behaviours for staff and all other Trust Policies including standing financial instructions, research governance, codes and practices and health and safety policies
- To maintain confidentiality of image data.
- To report faults in the data information systems in use in the department.
- To record all scan episodes with CMR Department office staff
- The post-holder will be fully trained in their duties.
- Further training in computer and research techniques will be provided as required.
- To participate in the continuing development programme for all staff.
- The post holder will attend the clinical departmental meetings.
- Other duties in the CMR Department will be under the guidance of the CMR Clinical Lead.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Assisting in the running of the clinical CMR service under the direction of the Clinical Lead for CMR
- To be fully trained in CMR safety and the delivery of a safe NHS service.
- To maintain a high standard of patient care at all times.
- To liaise with the Cross-sectional Imaging Superintendent with regard to CMR clinical service issues.
- To liaise with the physics and clinical staff to ensure the safe operation of all imaging equipment in the CMR Department
- To ensure appropriate infection control measures are utilised when necessary. Paying particular attention to personal protection as well as the management of equipment and linens.
- To observe safety regulations with particular regard to the Local Rules for CMR and the Health and Safety at Work Act.
- If necessary, to remove property from a patient, for example to take any metal object or jewellery off for a CMR scan and ensure the patients property is looked after and returned to them at the completion of the procedure.
- To communicate appropriately with other members of staff, giving support and advice where necessary.
- To train radiographers, technologists and other doctors in the use of MR scanning equipment, and CMR scanning techniques.
- To welcome and assist visitors to the CMR Department.
- The post holder will maintain good working relationships with multidisciplinary team within the CMR Department and the hospital.
- To liaise with other departments/wards within the hospital and various external sources in order to provide a quality service to patients and clinicians.
- To communicate appropriately with other members of staff, giving support and advice where necessary.
- To communicate effectively and empathetically with patients and their escorts prior to, during and after an examination and to assess specific communication needs of individual patients.
- To use tact and sensitivity when asking personal questions, e.g. checking pregnancy status before an examination.
- To explain procedures and reassure patients who may have concerns regarding claustrophobia in order to gain their cooperation.
- To use complex and expensive MR scanning equipment safely and responsibly.
- To report any equipment failure to the Cross-sectional Imaging Superintendent or Deputy MRI Superintendent
- To abide by the Trusts core behaviours for staff and all other Trust Policies including standing financial instructions, research governance, codes and practices and health and safety policies
- To maintain confidentiality of image data.
- To report faults in the data information systems in use in the department.
- To record all scan episodes with CMR Department office staff
- The post-holder will be fully trained in their duties.
- Further training in computer and research techniques will be provided as required.
- To participate in the continuing development programme for all staff.
- The post holder will attend the clinical departmental meetings.
- Other duties in the CMR Department will be under the guidance of the CMR Clinical Lead.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCP or equivalent
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Valid ALS certification
Desirable
- Training and Qualification in CMR
- Training and Qualification in Nuclear medicine
- Training and Qualification in Radiology
- Training and Qualification in Echocardiography
- Training and Qualification in Acute medicine
Experience
Essential
- Cardiology training
- Recent experience in clinical cardiology
- Recent experience of handling cardiac arrests and emergencies
- Evidence of understanding and application of clinical care
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Prior CMR knowledge/experience
- Prior knowledge/experience of MRI scanning devices
- Prior knowledge/ experience of cardiovascular imaging
- Prior stress-testing and/or SS blocking knowledge/experience
- Knowledge of CQC requirements
- Published research
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills in line with the Trust's Core Behaviours
- Proven ability to work as a member of a team, build rapport and work with others
- Excellent customer care skills
- Sound knowledge of cardiology and respiratory diagnostics
- Proficient and efficient handling medical problems
- Ability to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements
- IT skills and computer literacy
- Evidence of involvement in safe practical procedures
Desirable
- A calm and supportive approach when dealing with patients
- Good ability to teach/transfer knowledge
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Highly motivated and clear reasons for wanting the job
- Commitment to pursuing a career in imaging or related specialties
- Impeccable attention to detail
- Innovative and forward thinking
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment and build rapport
- Strong leader and team player
- Approachable
- Flexible and adaptable with working conditions and hours
Desirable
- Friendly, calm, and adept at allaying patient's apprehensions around tests
- Patience and resilience
Other
Essential
- Reliable work record
- General good health and physically able to cope with the demands of the post
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCP or equivalent
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Valid ALS certification
Desirable
- Training and Qualification in CMR
- Training and Qualification in Nuclear medicine
- Training and Qualification in Radiology
- Training and Qualification in Echocardiography
- Training and Qualification in Acute medicine
Experience
Essential
- Cardiology training
- Recent experience in clinical cardiology
- Recent experience of handling cardiac arrests and emergencies
- Evidence of understanding and application of clinical care
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Prior CMR knowledge/experience
- Prior knowledge/experience of MRI scanning devices
- Prior knowledge/ experience of cardiovascular imaging
- Prior stress-testing and/or SS blocking knowledge/experience
- Knowledge of CQC requirements
- Published research
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills in line with the Trust's Core Behaviours
- Proven ability to work as a member of a team, build rapport and work with others
- Excellent customer care skills
- Sound knowledge of cardiology and respiratory diagnostics
- Proficient and efficient handling medical problems
- Ability to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements
- IT skills and computer literacy
- Evidence of involvement in safe practical procedures
Desirable
- A calm and supportive approach when dealing with patients
- Good ability to teach/transfer knowledge
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Highly motivated and clear reasons for wanting the job
- Commitment to pursuing a career in imaging or related specialties
- Impeccable attention to detail
- Innovative and forward thinking
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment and build rapport
- Strong leader and team player
- Approachable
- Flexible and adaptable with working conditions and hours
Desirable
- Friendly, calm, and adept at allaying patient's apprehensions around tests
- Patience and resilience
Other
Essential
- Reliable work record
- General good health and physically able to cope with the demands of the post
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).
