Job summary
We are looking for experienced and dedicated MRI radiographers to join our MRI team. We will also consider experienced Radiographers who are looking to train in MRI.
This is an exciting opportunity currently based at the Kings Mill site, with the potential for future rotation across all SFH sites . The MRI department will benefit from the introduction of the new state-of-the-art Philips Ingenia Ambition 1.5T system in the next 12 months, within an environment designed to offer the best service to optimize both staff and patients' experiences.
We also have exciting expansion plans underway to increase the MRI service across the Trust over the next 18 months, including the development of our new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) MRI at Mansfield Community Hospital.
The post-holder will work as part of a team consisting of radiographers, an assistant practitioner, and imaging assistants to provide a 12-hour, 7-day service including Bank Holidays in the MRI Department. The successful candidate will develop specialized knowledge and expertise to produce high-quality images for diagnosis and treatment, while maintaining high standards of care.
Main duties of the job
To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the job please refer the job description attached
About us
Thank you for your interest in this role.
Sherwood is nationally recognised as being an excellent place to work and deliver care. We are rightly proud of the 5,500 colleagues who work here and we are the Health Service Journal's Trust of the Year in 2020.
The Care Quality Commission rated King's Mill Hospital Outstanding and Newark, and Mansfield Community Hospitals Good. Overall we are rated Outstanding for care.
For the last three years, we have been ranked as the best NHS Trust to work for in the Midlands and in 2020 we were the third best Acute/Community NHS Trust in England.
Happy colleagues deliver better care. Our teams work in a supportive, inclusive environment, which nurtures wellbeing and has opportunities for development and progression. We do not just care for our patients, we also care for you.
We would love you to join us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the job please refer the job description attached
Job description
Job responsibilities
To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the job please refer the job description attached
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Underpinning theory and professional knowledge acquired through diploma/degree in radiography
- Excellent communication skills
- Knowledge of NHS procedures, policies and guidelines
- Portfolio to show evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
- Specialist expertise, underpinned by theory and practical experience acquired through diploma/ degree/post graduate study
- IT skills
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR R or BSc (Hons Radiography)
- State registration with HCPC
- Evidence of further study
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in MRI
Further Training
Essential
- Evidence of competency in IV cannulation
Desirable
- Ability to Reconstruct Images
Experience
Essential
- Supervisory experience
- Significant NHS experience as a Band 5 radiographer may be supplemented by short courses + CPD.
- Evidence of supervising students and support staff
- Previous NHS experience
Desirable
- Teaching skills
- Experience of working in a department and rotating into MRI
Contractual requirements
Essential
- May have to work extended days in the future
- To work Saturdays as part of rota
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Underpinning theory and professional knowledge acquired through diploma/degree in radiography
- Excellent communication skills
- Knowledge of NHS procedures, policies and guidelines
- Portfolio to show evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
- Specialist expertise, underpinned by theory and practical experience acquired through diploma/ degree/post graduate study
- IT skills
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR R or BSc (Hons Radiography)
- State registration with HCPC
- Evidence of further study
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in MRI
Further Training
Essential
- Evidence of competency in IV cannulation
Desirable
- Ability to Reconstruct Images
Experience
Essential
- Supervisory experience
- Significant NHS experience as a Band 5 radiographer may be supplemented by short courses + CPD.
- Evidence of supervising students and support staff
- Previous NHS experience
Desirable
- Teaching skills
- Experience of working in a department and rotating into MRI
Contractual requirements
Essential
- May have to work extended days in the future
- To work Saturdays as part of rota
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).
