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The Royal Marsden Hospital is one of Europe's largest Oncology centres and was the world's first hospital dedicated to cancer research, diagnosis, treatment and education. This post is based at our Cavendish Square site where we see both private care and NHS patients. There are also sites in Chelsea and Sutton.

We are currently inviting applications from enthusiastic radiographers for a senior diagnostic radiographer post (MRI and CT) for our Cavendish Square site in central London. The successful candidate will rotate between MRI and CT. The successful candidate should have significant MRI experience (ideally at least two years). CT training can be provided where required.

The successful candidate should be a highly motivated radiographer with good communication skills, who is keen to contribute positively to the imaging service at Cavendish Square.The ideal candidate must demonstrate a commitment to professional development and show a keen interest in the future of their profession and the diagnostic imaging services. They will be expected to support both the service and its staff in continuing to maintain and develop the highest standards of imaging. In return the successful applicant will be offered a high standard of support towards their career pathway.

Main duties of the job

Key skills required:

• Postgraduate certificate is desirable.
• Significant experience and skills are required within MRI (ideally at least two years). CT training can be provided where required.
• Previous cannulation experience would be desirable.
• Applicants should be able to demonstrate post graduate experience sufficient for the role.

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:

• To perform clinical MRI scans to produce diagnostic information appropriately as required by current protocols.
• To maintain the highest standard of practical and theoretical knowledge to ensure a standard of excellence in MRI techniques, so that protocols may be modified in an appropriate manner in view of clinical indications, imaging findings or patient condition and problems in image quality are recognized and acted upon
• To be aware of COSHH and Health and Safety at Work Act and ensure their guidelines are followed. To be fully aware of the potential hazards of working in an area of strong magnetic field and to be familiar with the safety guidelines issued by MHRA.

The radiology service at Cavendish Square provides an essential outpatient service and offers mammography, CT, MRI, ultrasound and x-ray. We are currently aligned to the quality standard for imaging.

Our partnership with the institute of cancer research and other key organisations means we offer access to the newest clinical trials and clinical trials of novel anti-cancer agents, all imaging modalities are fundamental to this process and forefront techniques and protocols are constantly being evolved within radiology across all our sites.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• State registration
• DCR/BSc in Radiography
• Cannulation certificate or completed workbook
• Significant recent post graduate experience in cross sectional imaging

Desirable

• Post Graduate certificate

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of good organisation and communication
• Evidence of leadership and team building

Desirable

• Experience in supervision of diagnostic radiographer staff in modalities

Skills Abilities/knowledge

Essential

• Ability to express themselves clearly in English
• Ability to write clearly and concisely in English
• Ability to use word processing software and IT systems
• Evidence of working within a team

Other Requirements

Essential

• Evidence of personal development, enthusiasm and initiative.
• Evidence of CPD in MRI and CT

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Marsden Hospital Cavendish Square

London

W1G 0LP

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