Diagnostic Radiographer (CT/MRI based)

Job summary

The Royal Marsden Hospital is one of Europe's largest Oncology centres with sites in Chelsea, Sutton and our private care facility in Cavendish Square.

We are currently inviting applications from enthusiastic radiographers for a permanent diagnostic rotational CT/MRI radiographer post (band 6) for our Cavendish Square site in Central London. The successful candidate would ideally have postgraduate experience in cross-sectional imaging and some experience of imaging oncology patients, although training can be provided if required. X-ray skills are desirable as occasionally we have patients who require x-ray imaging, however the radiographer team are are based within CT and MRI and attend x-ray only when required which is relatively infrequent. Radiographers with a PGC in mammography are also welcome to apply however this is not essential.

Desirable skills:

o Some core skills are required in at least 1 modality; however training will be provided in other modalities where the candidate does not have the required skills.o Previous cannulation experience would be desirable.o Applicants should be able to demonstrate post graduate experience sufficient for the role.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will be expected to be flexible in their approach as the department will operate between 7.30am to 8pm Monday to Friday and Saturday 8am -6pm.
• The post holder will work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of an efficient and effective diagnostic imaging service. The post holder will liaise with the clinicians caring for a patient, other departments and other departmental staff within the multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will be required to rotate between CT, MRI, x-ray and (where appropriate) mammography.
• While working within an oncological environment the post holder will be required to interact directly with terminally ill patients as well as being exposed at times to distressing and emotional situations. Patient presentation will include the unconscious, uncooperative, incapacitated, incompetent, distressed, disorientated, and those with physical and mental disabilities. The post holder will have responsibility for the timely, efficient and courteous provision of imaging services within the available resources.
• The post holder will be expected to be flexible in their approach to the department and service and will be required to be flexible and work at our other locations as and when required; including but not limited to RMH Cavendish Square and our Chelsea and Sutton sites. Participation in the on-call provision is not expected.

About us

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 3,900 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 and learning and development opportunities. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.