MRI Radiographer

If you are passionate about care, innovation and excellence, then HMT could be the perfect place for the next step in your career. We have an exciting opportunity to join our Radiology team at Sancta Maria Hospital, Swansea.

To deliver a professional service, producing high quality diagnostic imaging for multiple specialties while delivering exceptional patient care, maintaining accurate record keeping and observing national and local guidance.

At HMT, we take pride in delivering exceptional healthcare through our two private hospitals: St Hugh's Hospital in Grimsby and Sancta Maria Hospital in Swansea. Both hospitals are dedicated to providing expert, patient-centred care in a welcoming and compassionate environment.

Sancta Maria Hospital offers treatment across all major medical specialties and care at every step of the process, from initial consultations, assessments and diagnostic tests to treatment, rehabilitation and post-operative care.

HMT Sancta Maria, along with their sister hospital HMT St Hughs in Grimsby, has a mission to provide safe, high quality care in order to improve the health, wellbeing and independence of their patients. Part of the Healthcare Management Trust, HMT Sancta Maria is a non-profit organisation using their surpluses to fund medical research, educational grants and dementia charities.

Whether you are working in one of our care homes, hospitals, or as part of our Shared Support Services team, you will find an environment that values teamwork and personal growth. You will work alongside other passionate professionals who are committed to providing the best care. We foster a collaborative and supportive approach to learning that helps everyone succeed.

Job Description

• Communication: Communicate and work closely with Radiologists and consultants in setting up policies and protocols for all MRI imaging and patient pathways. Excellent verbal, written interpersonal communication skills. Communicate effectively with the Multidisciplinary team in order to promote efficient patient care and maintain effective channels of communication both with staff and patients. Maintain staff morale and contribute through a positive and proactive example in communication and leadership. Liaise with other clinical areas as necessary for the co-ordination of patient care.
• Planning & Organising: Adapt organisational and problem-solving skills with a patient and service focused approach and strong clinical decision-making skills. Proven experience in organising sessions in MRI. Comply with implementation of guidelines e.g. NICE, where appropriate, in line with Quality Governance. Assist in ensuring the safety of the department and the risk management process by actively participating in clinical risk and quality issues, including the reporting and management of clinical incidents. Attend MRI safety group meetings when required. Be familiar with the 6 pillars of Clinical Governance.
• Analytical: Good knowledge of current trends and development in MRI equipment, techniques and advancements. Previous experience of reviewing and standardising protocols. Promote reflective practice and learning in order to ensure that patient care is research based, appropriate and responsive to patient needs. Demonstrate understanding and adherence to the organisations Safeguarding Policies. Participate in Audits and Quality Assurance programmes within the MRI department, including the use of Audit tools in order to deliver a service.
• Tasks Specific Skills: Have experience on a 1.5T MRI machine, GE preferable. Perform intravenous (IV) cannulation for patients undergoing MRI, and administer IV drugs and contrast agents according to locally approved PGDs, and local & national protocols. This involves ascertaining the patients' suitability for IV drugs and taking joint responsibility for the potential complications under the indirect supervision of radiologists. Adhere to Quality Assurance checks daily. Ensure equipment in the MRI department is regularly maintained and where required, repaired or replaced on a timely basis. Work closely with the MRI safety advisor to comply with safety standards and to set up new protocols.
• Training and Professional Development: Participate and complete E-learning in a timely manner and attend practical and in-house training. Annual attendance of Intermediate Life Support (ILS). Participate in clinical supervision. Support the dissemination of information regarding new or updated clinical practices, guidelines and policies to radiology staff.

Person Specification

• Experience in MRI
• NHS or Independent sector experience
• Significant MRI knowledge and experience
• Clinical and technical ability
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Able to prioritise and meet deadlines effectively
• Time management skills
• Ability to use initiative and make decisions
• Analyses problems and implements effective and appropriate solutions
• Effective leadership skills
• To undertake 'on call' sessions as required
• Excellent communications skills, written and oral
• Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and dealing with sensitive information
• BSc/DCR qualification
• HCPC Registered
• Basic/intermediate MRI course
• Evidence of recent professional development

What is Bank Work?

Bank vacancies are not contracted to fixed hours; instead, they allow workers to pick shifts that align with their availability. Our Bank workers enable HMT to manage fluctuating demand, such as covering staff absences, busy periods, or unexpected workload increases whilst offering you the flexibility to pick up shifts as available.

Appeal of Bank Work: Bank work is a flexible way to join our team, offering opportunities to work across various roles and departments on an as-needed basis. As a Bank worker, you can choose shifts that suit your availability while supporting HMT in delivering essential care. This arrangement provides valuable experience, competitive pay, and the chance to make a meaningful impact, whether you are looking for temporary work, a supplementary income, or stepping into a healthcare career. Bank work offers a unique combination of flexibility, variety, and the opportunity to provide valuable contributions to our teams while gaining experience in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Pay: £20.17 per hour

Benefits: Canteen, Company pension, Free parking, On-site parking

Work Location: In person