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MRI/General Rotational Radiographer | Imaging | Spire Liverpool | Competitive Salary DOE | Full Time

Spire Liverpool has an exciting opportunity for an experienced MRI/General Rotational Radiographer to join a motivated team delivering high quality specialist imaging, on a permanent basis. 

To justify and perform radiographic examinations, assist Radiologists during radiographic/interventional examinations, providing direct care and a high-quality diagnostic service in order to assist in the management of patients within the department of Imaging.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Assess and understand a wide range of clinical information from a variety of clinical or specialist disciplines and perform examinations autonomously making decisions about the need for further imaging to aid diagnosis, considering any pathology identified on the images
• Ensure that images acquired are accurate and diagnostic in accordance with best practice and in a manner that meets professional, departmental and legal standards / requirements, considering patient limitations, adapting technique where necessary and minimising radiation dose where possible acting as patient advocate in radiation protection issues
• Maintain a high level of expertise in the safe operation of specialist radiology equipment
• Act independently in the assessment of referrals for X-Ray examinations, taking full responsibility for the justification of general X-Ray examinations in order to reduce unnecessary ionising radiation exposure of patients in accordance with IR(ME)R 2000
• Work as part of a team to ensure effective communication with patients, relatives, carers and other members of the multidisciplinary team, ensuring any observed changes in the patient’s condition are effectively communicated and prioritise workload depending on the severity of a patient condition and the direct impact on their management
• Act as a point of advice for radiology staff, imaging referrers and ward staff on radiographic issues i.e. clinical suitability for procedure, radiation issues
• Contribute to the review and implementation of departmental and professional polices and procedures, for example Health +Safety including risk assessment and COSHH, Radiation Protection Procedures, IR (ME) R 2000
• Undertake quality assurance (QA) tests in compliance with statutory and manufacturers guidelines, regular clinical audit of own work and participate in departmental audit
• Maintain accurate patient records by the input of accurate information on the TRAK system, to reflect the service including personal information and patient dose details

Who we're looking for:

• Diploma or Degree in Radiography
• HCPC Registration
• Experience in MRI and X-Ray is essential
• Evidence of substantial CPD in clinically related and relevant subjects 
• IV injection certificate of competence
• Previous experience as a Radiographer in an imaging department 

Benefits

We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
• ‘Spire for you’ reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
• Free Bupa wellness screening
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance

For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Alishia Okereafor on 07850735207 or email [email protected]

We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.

For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.

 

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services.

We have achieved our market leading position because of our Purpose, which is to 'make a positive difference to people's lives through outstanding personalised care'. Everyone at Spire is aligned to this purpose, which underpins a culture of respect, inclusion, passion and collaboration across our business, enabling us to achieve more than 98% of our hospitals being rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by the Regulators; these are sector leading standards.

Spire Liverpool Hospital is a leading provider of private hospital treatments for our patients in the North West of England. With a full multidisciplinary medical team, we’re specialists in a wide range of treatments. Our high-quality accommodation and aftercare means we’re committed to looking after you and your health.