Job overview

This is a stimulating post for a MRI radiographer who is keen on high quality service development and delivery.  The post holder will work alongside the Cross sectional Lead to ensure the development of the MRI Service at Dorset County Hospital. Dorset County Hospital currently has 2 MRI scanners on the Dorchester site and will be looking to develop the Weymouth site as part of the CDC programme.  

The Diagnostic Imaging Department was rated GOOD by the CQC and has achieved Quality Standard for Imaging (QSI) Accreditation. Services are provided at the main Dorset County Hospital site and five community hospitals. The department has CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Interventional Radiology with approximately 190,0000 examinations per annum across the department.

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an experienced, skilled, enthusiastic and innovative Lead MRI Radiographer ready to take up this challenging role in our friendly and dynamic department. Training in advanced MRI techniques would be desirable with special focus on cardiac MRI.

The Radiology Department is committed to facilitating flexible ways of working to help balance work and home life, whilst improving service delivery, motivation and morale. There is an opportunity for the candidate to undertake an MRI reporting course as funding has been identified and support from the consultant radiologists in the form of a mentor.

Working for our organisation

Dorset County Hospital is active in clinical research with over 200 recruiting trials and has a longstanding relationship with the Diagnostic Imaging Department, being instrumental in facilitating the delivery of the many cancer, stroke and orthopaedic trials.

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.
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