Senior MRI Radiographer

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

The closing date is 03 May 2025

Job summary

As part of an expansion to our Radiology Services we are looking for enthusiastic individuals to come and join our dynamic Radiology Team at Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust.

We are looking for full time Band 7 Senior Radiographers, with proven NHS in cross sectional imaging experience and post grad specialism in MRI.

The cross sectional team has expanding with expansion into 7 day working and the development of the Trusts Community Diagnostic Centre

The Trusts primary Radiology Department is located at Darent Valley Hospital servicing the populations of Gravesham, Swanley, Dartford and Bexley.

MRI services are located at Darent Valley Hospital with future expansion of services at Livingstone Hospital (CDC) July 25.

The Trust has a strong commitment to equality and diversity. We aim to employ a representative workforce that reflects the communities we serve. 'Positive action' initiatives can be used whenever an under-represented group is identified. As our workforce is currently under-represented in bands 6, 7 and 8, we encourage applications from people with black or minority ethnic backgrounds.

Main duties of the job

DGT are undertaking changes to its Radiology department with the expansion of MRI services with the building of a 3rd MRI scanner scanners across at our new Community diagnostic centre to further expand diagnostic capacity.

The successful candidates will be based at Darent Valley Hospital Radiology department providing senior expertise and experience to the existing managing team with regular rotation to the NK - CDC, other trust sites include Queen Marys Sidcup, Erith Hospital and Gravesend community hospital. .

Working days and or shift patterns will be agreed by the line manager to meet the needs of the service and will based on a 7 day service.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.

Date posted

19 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£48,270 to £54,931 a year inclusive high cost allowance. Pro rata if part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

252-7128567

Job locations

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood Road

Dartford

DA2 8DA


Job description

Job responsibilities

General responsibilitiesClinical ResponsibilitiesManagerial responsibilitiesProfessional responsibilitiesEducation and development responsibilities

For a detailed description of the Job roles and responsibilities please see the attached job description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

General responsibilitiesClinical ResponsibilitiesManagerial responsibilitiesProfessional responsibilitiesEducation and development responsibilities

For a detailed description of the Job roles and responsibilities please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications/Experience

Essential

  • Leadership and managerial experience
  • Extensive experience post-graduation in MRI
  • Post Graduate Qualification in MRI scanning or equivalent experience
  • NHS Experience
  • Evidence of up to date CPD portfolio

Desirable

  • masters level qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Extensive MRI experience

Desirable

  • VCT, Cardiacs, Reporting

Education

Essential

  • Cannulation
  • Teaching of members of staff
Person Specification

Qualifications/Experience

Essential

  • Leadership and managerial experience
  • Extensive experience post-graduation in MRI
  • Post Graduate Qualification in MRI scanning or equivalent experience
  • NHS Experience
  • Evidence of up to date CPD portfolio

Desirable

  • masters level qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Extensive MRI experience

Desirable

  • VCT, Cardiacs, Reporting

Education

Essential

  • Cannulation
  • Teaching of members of staff

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.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood Road

Dartford

DA2 8DA


Employer's website

https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood Road

Dartford

DA2 8DA


Employer's website

https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

MRI superintendent

David Medcraft

david.medcraft@nhs.net

01322428148

Date posted

19 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£48,270 to £54,931 a year inclusive high cost allowance. Pro rata if part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

252-7128567

Job locations

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood Road

Dartford

DA2 8DA


Supporting documents

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