Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join our dedicated paediatricMRI Department. There are 2 MRI scanners on site, GE Optima1.5T and an Intra-Operative Philips Ingenia 3T.
You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide a high quality, responsive diagnostic service to children in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, and the surrounding areas.
You must have excellent communication and organisation skills, commitment to CPD and a growing knowledge of MRI safety legislation and health and safety requirements to ensure patients receive the best possible quality care. We have many opportunities for CPD, including research, post graduate training, audits and specialist training and we are committed to supporting and encouraging our staff to promote quality within our department.
Main duties of the job
To participate in the provision of a high quality, specialised paediatric, diagnostic MR imaging service to Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust.
This is to be achieved through the execution of a range of specialised paediatric examinations using the department MRI scanners, performed within departmental guidelines and MR Regulations and with particular regard to maintaining an appropriate atmosphere for children in the hospital.
To work within clearly defined MR policies, codes of practise and own professional guidelines.
The MRI department supports a range of specialities including neurosurgery, oncology, abdominal, vascular, forensic and musculo-skeletal work.
As a Tertiary, Care Trauma centre, there is a requirement after an initial training period to participate in the provision of an on-call standbyMRI service on a rotational basisweekends and evenings.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
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Outstanding Patient Care
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Brilliant Place to work
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Leaders in Children's Health
We work successfully with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description and personal specification and full role details.
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager:Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert atCatherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description and personal specification and full role details.
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager:Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert atCatherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration.
- DCR(R) / BSc (Hons) Degree in Radiography or recognised equivalent.
- Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including reflective practice and attendance at recent, relevant courses
- Training in MR imaging
- Evidence of attending specialist courses / lectures in MRI
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD aimed at paediatric radiology imaging.
- Previous NHS experience in MRI
- Post graduate certificate in MR cross sectional imaging.
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of interest / experience in working in paediatric radiography.
- Experience in working as part of a team
- Working in MRI
Desirable
- Currently working in paediatric imaging or recent paediatric experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession
- Knowledge of clinical governance and its implications for services
- Working in MRI
- Understanding of data protection, confidentiality and health and safety requirements in meeting the needs of the child and family.
- Knowledge across a broad range of imaging procedures which are underpinned by theory.
- Competent IT skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of consent issues specific to paediatrics
- Simple research methodology
- Demonstrate initiative that enables service development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration.
- DCR(R) / BSc (Hons) Degree in Radiography or recognised equivalent.
- Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including reflective practice and attendance at recent, relevant courses
- Training in MR imaging
- Evidence of attending specialist courses / lectures in MRI
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD aimed at paediatric radiology imaging.
- Previous NHS experience in MRI
- Post graduate certificate in MR cross sectional imaging.
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of interest / experience in working in paediatric radiography.
- Experience in working as part of a team
- Working in MRI
Desirable
- Currently working in paediatric imaging or recent paediatric experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession
- Knowledge of clinical governance and its implications for services
- Working in MRI
- Understanding of data protection, confidentiality and health and safety requirements in meeting the needs of the child and family.
- Knowledge across a broad range of imaging procedures which are underpinned by theory.
- Competent IT skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of consent issues specific to paediatrics
- Simple research methodology
- Demonstrate initiative that enables service development.
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
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).
