CT/MRI Radiographer

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Liverpool is seeking dedicated Radiographers to perform high-quality imaging examinations in a state-of-the-art facility. This role involves supporting the development of Band 5 Radiographers and ensuring patient safety during procedures. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Radiography and experience in CT and MRI. Join us during this exciting period of growth and innovation in our department.

Qualifications

• Qualified Radiographer with experience in CT and MRI imaging.
• Strong understanding of patient care and safety protocols.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform imaging examinations at a consistently high standard.
• Support department leadership in their absence.
• Participate in QA and research activities.

Skills

Perform imaging examinations at high technical standard

Support and develop Band 5 Radiographers

Ensure safety of intravenous contrast administration

Education

Degree in Radiography

Tools

CT and MRI Scanners

Job description

Overview

The Royal Liverpool University Hospital has recently merged with Aintree University Hospital to form the Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and is expanding its current complement of band 6 Radiographers. We are a friendly and hard-working department keen to recruit like-minded individuals. This is an exciting time for our department, and we believe this is a great opportunity to join our team ahead of future developments in our service. We have moved into a brand-new hospital with state-of-the-art equipment.

We are a multi-faceted department offering rotation through Computerised Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging. We operate a CT and MRI shift pattern involving evenings, weekends and overnight CT duties, with the opportunity to enhance earnings through overtime.

Our Imaging department comprises 4 new Siemens CT scanners, 2 onsite 1.5T Siemens Sola MRI scanners and a 3T Siemens Vida, with additional training and rotation on a 1.5T Siemens Sola MRI scanner located at Broadgreen hospital. The Radiology department covers a wide spectrum of imaging examinations including Trauma, Stroke, Cardiac, Pancreatic, Vascular and Renal Transplant. Please perform specialist clinical duties by undertaking complex specialised radiological examinations in CT and MRI and all aspects of patient care associated with this.

Responsibilities

• Perform imaging examinations at a consistently high technical and professional standard.
• Support Area Leads and take responsibility for the general department in their absence.
• Assist with and support development of Band 5 Radiographers ensuring compliance with department protocols and procedures.
• Take part in QA, Student Assessment and Audit/Research.
• Post process image data and ensure a high quality of diagnostic information has been attained.
• Maintain correct patient records and statutory radiation records to reflect the examination performed.
• Ensure the safe administration of intravenous contrast using contrast injection pumps with patient safety implications.
• Ensure that the code of Practice for Radiation Safety, as drawn up in the Local Rules, is observed at all times, and report any breaches or problems concerning these rules to the Radiation Protection Supervisor.

Additional Information

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital and Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of the NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Group aims to improve the care we provide our patients. UHLG is one of the region’s largest employers, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West. Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women’s Hospital specializes in women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK’s largest single-site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.