MRI Cardiac Radiographer

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Managing the cardiac MRI imaging workflow efficiently to meet clinical demands and patient needs.
• Providing specialist training and support to junior radiographers and other staff in cardiac MRI techniques.
• Adhering strictly to all clinical governance, health and safety, and MRI safety protocols.
• Demonstrating comprehensive knowledge and competency in all aspects of MRI examinations, in addition to specialist cardiac MRI.
• Ensuring accurate documentation and image quality control for diagnostic purposes.
• Participating in continuous professional development and contributing to service improvement initiatives.

Person specification

Qualifications and Further Training

Essential criteria

• DCR or BSc (Hons) in Radiography
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Registration
• MRI Cardiac Training Courses

Desirable criteria

• Post graduate qualification

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience in a broad range of MRI imaging especially MRI Cardiac
• Experience in staff and student training
• Considerable experience as a Cardiac Radiographer

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of involvement in departmental working groups. Experience of recruitment and selection
• Experience in management and supervision in a Radiology department

Skills

Essential criteria

• Knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights as appropriate to the role
• Communicate effectively to ensure high standards of care, treatment, service or support
• Be able to understand an individual's communication, physical & emotional needs
• Able to provide a customer focussed service
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and as a team member

Desirable criteria

• Project management skills

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Expert knowledge of current practice and proven technical skills in clinical MRI, underpinned by theory and practice
• Effective communication and organisational skills with all staff and users
• Ability to work under pressure
• IT literate
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance and Health and Safety related to Radiology

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of clinical governance /risk management and audit
• Evidence of on-going professional development
• Able to present information effectively and produce written reports

Safeguarding and DBS Checks

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. For roles with direct access to these groups, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required. All staff are expected to understand and uphold their safeguarding responsibilities as part of their role.