Specialist Radiographer; XR

The Cardiac MRI unit based at the Leeds General Infirmary performs over 3500examinations a year at its state-of-the-art facility. The unit is a leading centre of Cardiac MRI excellence in the United Kingdom and it is at the forefront of the modality throughout the world through its high impact research publications, clinical scanning and educational training.

Thispost is a full time Band 6 opportunity (37.5 hours position).

Assuch, the cardiac MRI unit is seeking applications from highly motivated

Cardiac MRI Radiographers to fill these new opportunities and to join our expanding multi-disciplinary team consisting of a dedicated group of 7 LTHTCardiac MRI Consultants, 3 DGI reporting Consultants, PhD Cardiac MRI Research SpRs, NHS clinical SpRs, 10 Cardiac MRI Radiographers, 6 Cardiac MRI Research nurses and 3 Cardiac MRI assistants.

For further information or to arrange an informal site visit please contact

Rebecca Robertson ( -)

Working alongside specialised Cardiac MRI Radiographers the successful applicant will become an integral part of the team in providing Clinical services within thenormal working week, during extended hours and week-end sessions. The department currently operates 08:00-20:00 Monday to Sunday.

Cardiology

NHS work accounts for over 50% of overall Cardiac MRI scanning time and involves tertiary referrals for neonates, pediatrics and adults throughout the Yorkshire region. Dedicated, state of the art cardiac imaging is provided on a wide bore Philips 1.5T Ingenia and 3T Achieva D-stream system whilst the majority of research sessions are performed on a Siemens 1.5T PRISMA. The combination of scanners and departmental layout provides the perfect balance and platform for high throughput Cardiac MRI lists.

The Cardiac MRI unit is part of the University of Leeds CMR Clinical Research Group and whilst primarily funded by the Leeds University through multi-million pound research grants there is close collaboration with the Cardiology NHS Department to establish further roles in the clinical setting.

The Cardiac MRI unit performs a wide range of protocols including ischemic,non-ischemic, hemochromatosis, and congenital diseases.

Whilst experience in Cardiac MRI would be beneficial to post, the successful applicant will receive the relevant training on Philips and Siemens scanners to ensure they are highly proficient in all aspects of Cardiac MRI.

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest acute health providers inthe UK and based in one of the fastest growing and vibrant cities in thenorth.

AtCardio-Respiratory CSU, we aim to be a fair and supportive CSU with positive,caring teams who are champions of the Leeds Way values. Our values are partof what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, aswell as a responsibility. In addition, we also adhere to our seven commitments that guide our patient centred ethos. These have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work.

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PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Clinical Responsibilities:

To act as Operator Practitioner and where necessary, Referrer within their own scope of practice by clinically justifying examinations as defined in the IR(ME)
R 2000 and local departmental protocols. To undertake the comprehensive assessment and appropriate examination of patients including those with diverse/complex/multi pathological presentation. This may necessitate the use of advanced investigative and analytical skills to assess, and evaluate different imaging options to obtain the best outcome for the patient. To expedite the reporting of images where an abnormality that would affect patient management has…