Advanced MRI Radiographer (Diagnostic)

Job overview

This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced MRI radiographer to join our friendly, dynamic team and be part of our exciting project to redevelop our MRI service. We have just completed our new department refurbishment and installed Philips 1.5T and 3T MRI scanners at The Royal Surrey. We have also commenced a further project to increase our scanning capacity in the community.

Candidates who have applied for any RSFT MRI post within the last six months will not be eligible to apply for this position.

Main duties of the job

• Perform MRI Scans, unsupervised and to a very high standard. Provide an efficient and responsive service to patients and users of the service. •    Supervise senior radiographers in MRI scanner, train and support junior radiographers and support ancillary staff and students, as required. •    Promote excellent working relations with staff across the Trust. •    To effectively contribute towards the delivery of a patient focused service.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To perform MRI examinations at a constantly high technical and professional standard of work, and to evaluate the clinical quality of images produced having first assessed the clinical requirements and sought any guidance required, for example; when requests fall outside departmental protocol and / or personal experience.

Organise own workload within MRI and work within own professional scope of practice.

To perform MRI examinations and associated extended professional practices, following the departmental protocols.

Prioritisation of service, dealing with unforeseen circumstances to maintain service.

Maintain accurate patient records to reflect the service provided and meet professional standards, including accurate maintenance and updating of patient records. This will involve effective use of computerised radiology information systems (RIS) & PACS.