Job summary
The Neuroradiology department is seeking 5 experienced diagnostic radiographers as part of rapid expansion of the MRI service. The post-holder will rotate between the main NHNN hospital site, as well as a brand-new purpose-built outpatient MRI facility on Grays Inn Road starting in 2025 as a highly specialised Neuroradiographer.
NHNN @ Grays Inn Road is a key strategic development for UCLH in 2025, providing an expansion of MRI capacity (four additional MRI scanners for the NHS and 1 for research) and a new outpatient facility. This is a co-located facility within the University's flagship Dementia Research Institute, bringing together world class research, academia and healthcare across UCL and UCLH.
At NHNN, we believe in high-quality clinical training and professional development of our highly specialist radiographers. Every neuroradiographer regardless of how much experience they have in MRI, neuro, or cross-sectional imaging is supported through a robust training programme delivered by Clinical Superintendents and a dedicated Neuroradiography Practice, Education & Development Superintendent. We are committed to providing a high-quality training experience and are passionate about developing and growing our workforce to be fit for the future.
CLOSING EARLY DISCLAIMER:
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will work as a specialist diagnostic practitioner in MRI and be responsible for a variable caseload of patients, and mentorship of more junior radiographers. Patients will present with a full range of complex conditions and the post holder will be responsible for carrying out the appropriate diagnostic procedures to support the diagnosis of complex conditions.
There will also be the opportunity to contribute to research radiography, working with a multidisciplinary team of scientific and clinical researchers based in the UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology. This is a fantastic opportunity for training in a wide variety of MRI techniques, including advanced methods such as DWI, MTI, spectroscopy, sodium imaging and fMRI applied not only in the brain, but also in the CNS and PNS.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
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University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
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National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
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Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
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University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
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Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
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University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
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The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
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University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- DCR , BSc Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- HPC State Registration
- Good standard of general education
- Evidence of CPD
- Excellent written communication skills
- Good understanding of the legislation relating to the post
- Experience in NHS setting
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a wide range of imaging modalities, particularly CT and Angiography
- Experienced in MRI techniques
- Significant post graduation experience of with demonstrable specialist experience and knowledge
- Ability to perform specialised imaging single handedly
- Evidence of supervisory experience
Desirable
- Experienced in Neuroradiography
- Experience in research work
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Very highly developed hand/eye co-ordination
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- DCR , BSc Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- HPC State Registration
- Good standard of general education
- Evidence of CPD
- Excellent written communication skills
- Good understanding of the legislation relating to the post
- Experience in NHS setting
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a wide range of imaging modalities, particularly CT and Angiography
- Experienced in MRI techniques
- Significant post graduation experience of with demonstrable specialist experience and knowledge
- Ability to perform specialised imaging single handedly
- Evidence of supervisory experience
Desirable
- Experienced in Neuroradiography
- Experience in research work
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Very highly developed hand/eye co-ordination
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery
Queen Square
London
WC1N 3BG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)