MRI Radiographer FGH - UK Residents

Main area Radiology Grade NHS AfC :Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours 37.5 hours per week (Full-time 37.5 hours per week to be worked as 3 shifts on a rota, including Bank Holidays and Weekends but no nights) Job ref -UHMB

Employer University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Westmorland General Hospital Town Kendal Salary £39,959 - £48,117 per annum/pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 15/10/ :59

MRI Radiographer FGH - UK Residents

NHS AfC :Band 6

''Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work''

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic Radiographer to join our friendly CMR team, to undertake a variety of MR examinations efficiently and effectively for our patients, adhering to best practice of radiographic technique.

Working within the MR department at WGH provides excellent opportunities to gain experience in a wide range of MR imaging procedures including MSK, neurological, vascular, urology and oncology. The department is equipped with a brand new Siemens Altea 1.5T installed in 2025 undertaking a wide range of MR imaging

Main duties of the job

Westmorland General Hospital is on the doorstep to the Lake District, the Trust is set in some of the most remarkable surroundings in the UK, facilitating an abundance of outdoor activities. There are many OFSTED "Good" and "Outstanding" Primary and Secondary schools near by.

What skills and experience are we looking for?

• Experience working in an NHS hospital
• BSc Radiography or equivalent
• Valid Radiographer registration of the HCPC
• Previous experience of CT and/or MR scanning
• Have successfully completed training to undertake IV cannulation desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
• Expertise to ensure the appropriate triage, booking and examination of patients.
• A high level of professionalism and technical standard of work, complying with relevant Codes of Practice.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Working for our organisation

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our community services for adults are provided in people’s homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website

Person specification

Education and qualifications

• DCR or BSc Radiography
• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of CPD
• Experience working in an NHS hospital as a Radiographer

Experience

• Evidence of time spent in CT or MR
• Assisting in the mentoring of newly qualified and junior staff.
• Experience in cannulation and injection of IV contrast
• Specialist extended roles in CT or MR
• Experience in a wide range of CT and MRI procedures with a range of equipment

Skills, ability and knowledge

• Effective communicator, verbally and written

PLEASE NOTE THAT SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED BY EMAIL.

The Trust promotes flexible working opportunities where ever possible to enable staff to balance their work and home life. We are committed to Equal Opportunities and aim to be EffortlesslyInclusive .

The trust operates a No Smoking Policy.

Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our Person Specification will be shortlisted for Interview.

We reserve the right to close a job advert early where sufficient applications have been received.

The Trust does not offer interview expenses to shortlisted candidates unless indicated in the advert.

If the post is subject to Disclosure & Barring Service checking, (formally CRB) a charge of £49.50 for Enhanced and £21.50 for Standard clearance and additional to this a £4.90 administration fee will be made to the successful candidate(s). This currently only applies to roles Band 6 and above and Medical & Dental posts.

Anyone newly appointed to the trust under the Agenda For Change contract, will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 4 month probationary period. This will give the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment.

We have introduced a new system called Pre-Onboarding, specifically to support you right the way through to your first few months in your new role with us atUHMB. This bespoke site has lots of useful information to help you settle into your new roleincluding: what to expect from the recruitment clearances process, where to get a uniform, when you'll get paid etc. As well as information on a number of our services i.e. Infection Prevention, Anti-fraud, Inclusion and Diversity, Care Certificates and much more.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Joanne Park Job title Head of Radiology, FGH & WGH Email address Telephone number

Additional information

Tina Tomlinson, Lead MR Radiographer, Westmorland General Hospital, Tel: ext 45984

If you have problems applying, contact

Address Level 1
Fusion House
Evolution Park
Blackburn
Lancashire
BB1 2FD
Telephone

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