Job vacancy: Senior MRI/Neuro Radiographer, 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, Brighton

Job summary

Main area: Neuro Imaging/MRI
Grade: Band 6
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref: 279-6406527-JUL24

Employer: 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Royal Sussex County Hospital
Town: Brighton
Salary: £35,392 - £42,618 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 17/07/2024 23:59

Senior MRI/Neuro Radiographer

Band 6

About our Trust

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Service Delivery

Be able to use the full range of radiographic equipment within the departments including neuro-angiography, IR, CT, MRI and x-ray
To achieve and maintain a high standard of Imaging, and to support the out of hours service by supporting the 24 hour cover arrangements.
To be able to perform complex neuro-radiography procedure within the CT, MRI and neuro-angiography environment.
Maintain expert clinical practice and support colleagues to do the same, providing and teaching high standards in all of imaging techniques undertaken.
To advise on MRI safety issues, including giving advice where appropriate regarding neurosurgical/ endovascular implant.
To train in neuro-angiography/ IR suites have the knowledge to be able to adapt technique, to know when further imaging or change of protocol is required and provide appropriate advice to colleagues as necessary.
To have knowledge of the various interventional techniques used within neuro-angiography/IR suites and to be able to react quickly to changes in the patient’s condition when required.
Liaise with the appropriate radiologist if clinical input is required and ensure any change of practice is adequately documented and communicated.
Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to local department policies.
To ensure that the CT, MRI and angiography local rules, (IR(ME)R, IR17), MHRA associated codes of practice, guidance notes, and the Health and Safety at Work Act are understood and adhered to in respect of staff, patients and members of the public.
Theatre radiography will include being able to use a range of mobile fluoroscopy to provide imaging during Neurosurgical operative procedures at the RSCH. The radiographer will be able to manipulate the equipment to optimize the imaging for the referring surgeon.
Fluoroscopy procedures at RSCH will include interventional techniques requiring the radiographer to assist in preparation of patients and equipment, including using sterile techniques.
To acquire and maintain competence in intravenous cannulation, venepuncture and intravenous therapy and work safely in accordance with the departments intravenous policies ensuring one’s own knowledge is always kept up to date.
Liaise appropriately with the Superintendent Radiographer in charge.
To continually promote a patient focused service in a caring manner. Be able to communicate information to all patients and carers to minimise radiation doses.

To work in accordance with the practitioners guidelines for general radiography, CT head scans, Renal Colic CT, CT C-Spines T-Spines and CT Trauma scans.

To have a flexible approach to work, be able to regularly participate in the 24 hour cover and extended day rotas on the RSCH site.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Person specification

shortlisting

Essential criteria

NHS experience
Cross-sectional experience

Desirable criteria

RSCH experience
CPD evidence
MRI experience
Neuro experience

Qualifications

Essential criteria

HCPC

Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Essential criteria

Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles

General information for applicants

As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker.

Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

Further Information

For help with the application process for non medical vacancies only, please contact the Resourcing Team by Email: [email protected]

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name: Esme Whitfield
Job title: Superintendent Radiographer Neurosciences Imaging
Email address: [email protected]
Telephone number: 01273 696955
Additional information: ext. 62255/67921

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Senior MRI/Neuro Radiographer

Band 6

Job overview

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Person specification

shortlisting

Essential criteria

Desirable criteria

Qualifications

Essential criteria

Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Essential criteria

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Applicant requirements

Documents to download

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