Band 7 - Senior Radiographer- Modality Lead- MRI, Radiology

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

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Job summary

We are looking for a full time band 7 MRI lead Radiographer to join our radiographic workforce at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals Trust.

We are lucky enough to be fully equipped with 6 CT scanners, 3 MRI scanners, 10 DR mobiles and 10 DR general rooms.

Work has started to build a new bespoke interventional suite on the Watford site, which will vastly improve our fluoroscopy services and offer exciting role development opportunities.

Our CDC in St Albans is progressing, with works starting imminently in 2024. This will include an additional CT, MRI and plain film imaging.

Outside of work you'll also benefit from being on good transport links with London (underground), being a short walk into different shopping centres and our department socials.

Main duties of the job

The duties and responsibilities of the post holder include:

Being an effective member of the Radiology team, providing a high standard of imaging services to Radiologists and patients.
Leading and managing an MRI team.
Mentoring staff and students.
Completing and record keeping of QA testing.
Participate in the Radiology Clinical Governance Programme.
Clinically and operationally responsible for the management of the service within the Trust

About us

There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.

The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.

We are a flexible working employer

At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.

https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/

We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.

We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Date posted

19 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£45,753 to £52,067 a year inc. HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

360-C-5275-RA

Job locations

Cross Site

Watford

WD18 0HB

Job description

Job responsibilities

Candidates must be strong communicators who share our trust values.

This post is ideal for existing 6 Radiographers looking to broaden their radiographic experience and be part of an established team.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Candidates must be strong communicators who share our trust values.

This post is ideal for existing 6 Radiographers looking to broaden their radiographic experience and be part of an established team.

Person Specification

Your application will be scored against the Job Description

Essential

0 - does not meet the person specification 1 - reserved meets some person specification requirements 2 - Meets all person specification requirements

Person Specification

Your application will be scored against the Job Description

Essential

0 - does not meet the person specification 1 - reserved meets some person specification requirements 2 - Meets all person specification requirements

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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