Role Information:
Develop our clinical excellence: work with the Imaging Centre Director and the modality leads to implement initiatives to improve patient experience. Training & development: exposure to opportunities to continually develop your knowledge and disseminate amongst the team. Drive innovation: under the guidance of the Centre Director and the MR and CT Leads, trial and adopt new innovations to improve outcomes, patient experience or efficiency. Quality assurance & performance improvement: ensuring the Centre’s activities and records adhere to regulatory requirements; evaluate performance and develop action plans for improvement. Commit to working in a culture of continuous improvement that focusses on quality, efficiency and patient satisfaction. Regulatory, governance & safety: always adhere to appropriate processes to meet the requirements of any accreditation bodies. Assist in developing, supporting and implementing policies and procedures. Drive innovation: play a role in a cross sectional team that is looking to trial and adopt new innovations to improve outcomes, patient experience or efficiency. Use cutting edge equipment: you will have the opportunity to work with premium equipment to ensure the most effective service can be delivered.
- Salary: Competitive
- Location: 1 Welbeck Street, London, W1G 0AR
Job Purpose:
• Here at OneWelbeck we are committed to empowering our teams, bringing together outstanding people,
and doing work that matters in an inclusive environment. We believe a health working culture starts at the
top and our workplace culture is the translation of our organisation’s values.
• Work as part of a team ensuring compliance to OneWelbeck Imaging and Diagnostics Terms & Condition
• To complete high quality MRI imaging
• Contribute to a patient focused service of the highest quality under the supervision of MRI Superintendent
and Deputy Superintendent.
Centre Director > MRI Superintendent > MRI Deputy Superintendent > Senior MRI Radiographer
Key Results Areas/Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Key Results Areas/Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- To lead on all areas of cardiac MRI imaging including education, training and protocol/ image optimisation for the adult and paediatric population.
2. To keep the team up to date on latest cardiac developments in practice
3. Embed new scanning practices and protocols to continuously improve quality and efficiency
4. To be an active member of the wider team of radiographers, scanning all areas of the body where required
5. To work across all 4 MRI scanners at the highest level of knowledge and troubleshooting
6. Have a flexible and pragmatic approach to your work with exceptional organisational skills that will enable the post holder to manage a varied workload and ensure safe clinical practices.
7. To adhere to and promote MRI safety in the MRI environment.
8. To perform imaging examinations with top quality patient care, demonstrating awareness of responsibility to and advocacy for patients.
9. To independently assess and justify examinations by use of a medical referral.
10. To perform a wide variety of MRI examinations including MRI Cardiac, Musculoskeletal (MSK), Gynaecological, Gastrointestinal (GI), Neurological, Urological, Breast, Ear/Nose/Throat (ENT) and Whole body Imaging. Training will be provided if required.
11. To administer drugs and contrast agents in line with Patient Group Directions (PGDs) and local protocols and policies.
12. To deputise in the Superintendents’ absence.
13. Liaise closely with Consultant Radiologists/ Cardiologists and colleagues within the multi-disciplinary team.
14. To evaluate the clinical quality of images produced and to make appropriate protocol adjustments/recommendations to maximise the clinical accuracy for the imaging reports.
15. To accurately record data using CompuCare.
16. To be proficient with PACS and image transfer portal (IEP)
17. To ensure that high professional standards are maintained throughout the department, in terms of dress, technical quality and patient care.
18. Take responsibility for own actions.
19. Act in a professional and courteous manner at all times.
20. To have a flexible approach to working patterns to meet the continuing needs of the service.
21. To adapt to different settings within the professional area.
22. To apply sound clinical reasoning skills as the basis for appropriate professional decision making and work autonomously
23. To report all absences in keeping with the company policy.
24. To vet and protocol exam requests
25. Be responsible for the safe and competent use of equipment by the team.
26. Ensure compliance of the ‘Local Rules’ within the department.
27. Ensure and maintain a high level of health and safety standards including cleanliness and infection control.
28. Communicate abnormal findings in accordance with Centre’s SOP’s
29. To report all equipment faults to the equipment manufacturer or maintenance contract provider
30. To ensure that any operational difficulties are reported to the MRI Superintendent immediately.
31. To work under the guidance of the MRI Superintendent.
32. To act as clinical mentor for diagnostic imaging staff as appropriate.
33. To assist with the staff rota and ensure the hours are reconciled monthly on the dedicated portal.
34. Approval of annual Leave for the MRI staff.
35. To work effectively in a high-pressure environment.
36. To participate in the Monday – Sunday and on call rota. The rota may change to meet continued service delivery.
37. Commitment to MR Safety and works closely with the MR Safety Officer
38. To cultivate an inclusive working environment
Quality Care & Governance:
• To be part of the governance schedule at OneWelbeck Imaging and Diagnostics
• To establish and maintain close and harmonious relationships with all staff to ensure an effective exchange of information.
• To communicate complex information to patients, relatives and other care workers where persuasive or reassurance skills are required.
• To communicate with colleagues, managers, medical and support staff at all times.
• To communicate effectively with all patients including those that are anxious and claustrophobic
• To advance level of skills and knowledge in line with the expectations and requirements of the department.
• To demonstrate an ability to reflect on practice and keep abreast of developments in imaging techniques and maintain a professional portfolio of continuing professional development.
• To undertake competency assessments within the department.
• To recognise potential risk and conduct risk assessments.
• To undertake professional audits as necessary, and to present outcomes at audit meetings.
• Apply and promote the wider safeguarding agenda in relation to vulnerable adults and children.
• Attend meetings within and external to Imaging and Diagnostics as delegated by Senior Leadership group.
• Excellent communication skills
• Manage, defuse, and respond appropriately to verbal complaints and situations of conflict and aggression through knowledge, training, experience, and escalation.
• Adhere to all General data protection regulations GDPR.
• To deal with initial complaints from patients, carers or other professionals and refer where necessary to the appropriate MRI Superintendent and CT/General X-ray Superintendent.
• To observe the company policy for reporting incidents in a timely manner
• To execute and implement incident action plans.
• To develop protocols and update SOP’s
Values & Behaviours:
• Demonstrate commitment to quality of care, promoting high standards and consistently improving patient outcomes.
• Demonstrate skill to work as a committed and valued member of the team Value diversity and difference, operates with integrity and openness.
• Treat others with compassion, empathy and respect.
• Share information openly and effectively with patients, staff and relatives.
• Works across boundaries, looks for collective success, listens, involves, respects and learns from the contribution of others.
• Uses evidence-based practice to make improvements, increase efficiency and seeks out innovation.
• Actively develops themselves and others.
• Commitment to MR Safety and works closely with the MR Safety Officer
To apply, please send you CV to: louise.mcgrath@onewelbeck.com