Senior Radiographer - MRI

Circle Health Group Limited – Monthly; Northampton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Private pension

Private healthcare

Family discounts

Life insurance

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Circle Health Group's Three Shires Hospital in Northampton is seeking a Senior Radiographer to join the Imaging Department. The role is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with a flexible shift pattern and a salary up to £47,500 per year, depending on experience, training and qualifications.

The successful candidate will perform general and specialized radiographic procedures, actively contribute to safe operation, maintain IRMER compliance and participate in training.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the acute healthcare sector.
• Proficient MRI Radiographer with a minimum of 3 years experience.
• HCPC registration.
• I.V. contrast injections capability.
• Degree or Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography.
• IT systems familiarity RIS / PACS.
• Knowledge of Radiation Regulations.
• Cannulation course completed.
• Circle Health Group PGD training completed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient and safe operation of the Imaging Department.
• Perform general and specialised radiographic procedures.
• Optimize imaging to minimize radiation dose while ensuring high quality images.
• Follow IRMER, Radiation Safety Policies and department rules.
• Participate in supervision, training and peer review.
• Accurately charge for imaging services per guidelines.

Skills

MRI radiography

Radiography

Patient care

I.V. contrast injections

Communication skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography

Tools

RIS

PACS

Job description

Senior Radiographer

Three Shires Hospital

Three Shires Hospital in Northampton is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

Salary: Up to £47,500.00 per year(depending on level of experience, training, and qualification.)

37.5 Hours & Permanent

This is a full time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern.

Duties of this role include:

• You actively participate in the efficient and safe operation of the Imaging Department, providing a consistent, high-quality service to all patients and visitors.
• You carry out general and specialised radiographic procedures within your scope of competence as agreed with the Clinical Services Manager - Imaging / Clinical Lead to high technical and quality standards, assessing patients & interpreting clinical requirements to determine appropriate radiographic techniques.
• You undertake imaging examinations in line with department operational procedures and policies, using techniques that produce the lowest radiation dose to the patient and staff whilst producing high quality, diagnostic images.
• You practice good radiation, protection and safety and observe Local Rules and Systems of Work.
• You comply with departmental IRMER and Radiation Safety Policies & Procedures.
• You participate in supervision, training and peer review within your area of competence / expertise.
• You charge for all Imaging services in line with Charging Guidelines and fulfil all the charging / billing requirements of the hospital.
• You comply with the imaging department Radiation Policies, SOPs & WIs.
• You comply with all relevant mandatory training.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Previous experience working within the acute healthcare sector.
• Proficient MRI Radiographer with a minimum of 3 years experience.
• Experience of customer care, including interacting with challenging customers and situations.
• Can undertake I.V. contrast injections.
• A Degree or Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography.
• Healthcare Professionals Council (HCPC) registration.
• A general radiographic background / training.
• IT systems familiarity e.g. RIS / PACS.
• Knowledge of the healthcare service sector and the systems and processes used.
• Awareness of College of Radiographers and HCPC Code of Conduct / Accountability.
• Knowledge of Radiation Regulations.
• Successful completion of an approved Cannulation course.
• Successful completion of the Circle Health Group PGD training and comply with the associated PGD.

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
• Private Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions
• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
• Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
• Non-contributory life insurance
• Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
• Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
• Employee recognition programmes
• Industry leading training and development opportunities
• ...and much more!

Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act, as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities or expressions, skills, work styles...and more.

We're passionate about creating an environment where our people can thrive, grow and develop professionally and personally. Our principles and values guide our colleagues to be selfless , compassionate , committed , collaborative , brave , agile , tenacious and creative and are at the core of our purpose and culture.

To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy