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Job summary

Main area
Imaging
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Flexible working
37.5 hours per week
Job ref
196-LIS9941D
Employer
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Harefield Hospital
Town
Harefield
Salary
£53,751 - £60,651 p.a. inc Outer HCA
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
12/10/2025 23:59

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Band 7 - Cardiac MRI Radiographer- Harefield Hospital

NHS AfC: Band 7

Guy’s and St Thomas’ is among the UK’s busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of hospital and community services for people in south London and as well as specialist care for patients from further afield including cancer, renal, orthopaedic, respiratory and cardiovascular services.

Guy’s is home to the largest dental school in Europe and a £160 million Cancer Centre opened in 2016. As part of our commitment to provide care closer to home, in 2017 we also opened a cancer centre and a kidney treatment centre at Queen Mary’s Hospital in Sidcup. St Thomas’ has one of the largest critical care units in the UK and one of the busiest emergency departments in London. It is also home to Evelina London Children’s Hospital.

Evelina London cares for local children in Lambeth and Southwark and provides specialist services across south east England including cardiac, renal and critical care services. We lead a number of specialist service networks aiming to ensure children are treated locally where possible, but have access to specialist expertise when they need it. Our community services include health visiting, school nursing and support for families of children with long-term conditions. 

Our adult community services teams deliver care at the heart of the local communities we serve, working in partnership with GPs, local authorities and other healthcare and voluntary sector organisations. Working with our partners in Lambeth and Southwark, we are focusing on new ways of working to improve care for local patients.

In February 2021 the Royal Brompton and Harefield joined Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, bringing together world-leading expertise in the care and research of heart and lung disease. Our merger provides a once in a generation opportunity to build a lasting, world-renowned heart and lung centre, providing the highest quality care for patients and conducting world-leading research.

We have a reputation for clinical excellence and high quality teaching and research. We are part of King’s Health Partners, one of eight accredited UK academic health sciences centres. In partnership with King’s College London we have dedicated clinical research facilities including an MHRA accredited Phase I clinical trials unit.

Patients are at the heart of everything we do and we pride ourselves on ensuring the best possible patient experience as well as safe, high quality care. We are proud to have one of the lowest mortality rates in the NHS. Following a comprehensive Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection in 2019 we maintained our overall rating of ‘good’. Our adult community services achieved a rating of ‘outstanding’.

The commitment of our 23,500 staff is key to our success. We are one of the largest local employers and we aim to develop and support all our staff so they are able to deliver high quality, safe and efficient care. The 2019 NHS staff survey results show that we have one of the most engaged and motivated workforces in the NHS. We know this has a positive impact on the care provided to our patients.

We have one of the most ambitious capital investment programmes anywhere in the NHS.



Job overview

We are seeking an experienced Cardiac MRI Radiographer to join our Imaging Department. Working closely with the Cross sectional imaging manager  to ensure the delivery of a high-quality imaging service, with a particular focus on cardiovascular MRI.

At Harefield Hospital, around 85% of our imaging workload is dedicated to cardio-thoracic scans, supporting our busy primary angioplasty service and advanced heart failure and cardio-thoracic transplant centre.

  • Undertake high-quality cardiac MRI examinations, ensuring patient safety and excellent clinical standards.

  • Support the delivery of cardio-thoracic imaging for a diverse patient group.

  • Gain further experience in non-cardiac MRI modalities.

  • Participate in the extended working day to meet service demands.

  • You must have proven experience in cardiac MRI.

  • Strong technical skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

  • A commitment to maintaining patient-focused, high-quality service delivery.

Further details and conditions will be discussed at interview.

Imaging department has 2 CT scanners and 2 MRI Scanner performing variety of highly specialised cardio-thoracic imaging.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

  • Patient Care

    • Provide reassurance and clear explanations to patients undergoing examinations, ensuring they understand the procedure and feel at ease.

    • Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively, adapting to overcome any barriers to understanding.

  • Clinical Duties

    • Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, while also being able to work competently and independently during out-of-hours duties.

    • Advise physicians during procedures where required, offering guidance on optimal imaging techniques and positioning.

    • Deliver high-quality imaging services, ensuring competent use of all MRI equipment.

    • Manage and prioritise the daily workload to meet service demand.

    • Participate fully in the extended working day and out-of-hours rota.

  • Professional Standards

    • Uphold the highest standards of professional appearance, attitude, and conduct.

    • Maintain patient confidentiality in line with the Data Protection Act and Trust policies.

    • Stay up to date with all relevant Trust policies, procedures, and professional guidelines.

  • Quality and Development

    • Take part in departmental audits and contribute to clinical research activities.

    • Ensure accurate data management, including the use of PACS, IEP, and patient information systems.

    • Contribute to continuous improvement of service quality, patient safety, and clinical outcomes.

Working for our organisation

Royal Brompton and Harefield hospitals joined Guy’s and St Thomas’ in February 2021 and is the largest specialist heart and lung centre in the UK and among the largest in Europe. We provide treatment for people with heart and lung disease, including rare and complex conditions, offering some of the most sophisticated treatment that is available anywhere in the world.

Our integrated approach to caring for patients from before birth, through childhood, adolescence and into adulthood and old age has been replicated around the world and has gained Royal Brompton and Harefield an international reputation as a leader in heart and lung diagnosis, treatment and research.

We are working in partnership with King’s Health Partners, to deliver our vision of creating a new centre of excellence, which will be the global leader in the research into and treatment of heart and lung disease, in patients from pre-birth to old age.

We have around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs.

We strive to recruit and retain the best staff as the dedication and skills of our employees lie at the heart of our organisation and ensure that our services are of the highest quality, safe and focused on our patients.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Job summary:

The post holder will work closely with the Superintendent Radiographer to deliver a high-quality MRI service at Harefield Hospital, where the majority of work focuses on cardiac MRI for patients with complex cardio-thoracic conditions.

Key Duties:

  • Provide excellent patient care and communication, reassuring and supporting patients throughout their scans, including those with anxiety or claustrophobia.

  • Perform and assess MRI procedures (particularly cardiac MRI), including image post-processing, volumetric analysis, IV cannullation, and emergency patient support when required.

  • Collaborate with clinicians, medical staff, and other departments to ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered service delivery.

  • Train, supervise, and support radiographers, undergraduate students, and visiting doctors in MRI techniques, safety, and clinical practice.

  • Contribute to research, departmental audits, and the development of protocols, policies, and quality assurance processes.

  • Safely manage complex MRI equipment, monitor performance, and report or resolve technical issues as part of the Quality Assurance programme.

  • Participate in extended hours, weekend, and out-of-hours rotas, working both independently and as part of the team.

  • Maintain compliance with Trust policies, professional standards, and data protection requirements while ensuring accurate use of PACS, EPIC, and related systems.

Professional Contribution:
The role demands high levels of clinical expertise, leadership in training and supervision, and resilience in managing unpredictable situations, including occasional emergencies. The post holder will play an active role in promoting continuous service improvement and upholding the hospital’s national and international reputation in cardiac MRI.

 

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Professional knowledge acquired through degree
  • HCPC Registration
  • Continual personal development

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Experience of specialised cardio-thoracic angiography and MRI
  • Experience of audit/quality systems
Desirable criteria
  • Previous NHS experience Experience in Cardiac MRI

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience of specialised cardio-thoracic angiography and MRI.

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills
  • Evidence of problem - solving skills
  • Flexibility and willingness to undertake a wide range of duties

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

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.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Manoj Joseph
Job title
Cross Sectional Imaging Superintendent
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01895823737
Additional information

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION                            

Trust mission      

To be the leading national and international centre for the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with heart and lung disease, creating and disseminating knowledge through research and education

Confidentiality

During the course of your employment you may have access to, see or hear information of a confidential nature and you are required not to disclose such information, particularly that relating to patients and staff.

In order to comply with the Data Protection Act 1998 you must not at any time use personal data held by the Trust for any unauthorised purpose or disclose such as data to a third party.

You must not make any disclosure to any unauthorised person or use any confidential information relating to the business affairs of the Trust, unless expressly authorised to do so by the Trust. 

Health & Safety

Smoking

It is the policy of Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals Group that all people who work for the Trust or, while on its premises, obtain treatment or visit the Trust in any capacity, do so without exposure to tobacco smoke, and so smoking of cigarettes and E-cigarettes is not allowed anywhere on any Trust premises.

The Trust aims to provide appropriate support, in partnership with local Occupational Health and Community Services, to ensure that Trust staff and patients can access practical help and support in their attempts to stop smoking.

This policy is based on clear evidence that, in addition to the health risks taken by smokers themselves, others who breathe in exhaled tobacco smoke (passive smokers) have increased risk of disease. 

NHS Estates have notified all NHS agencies that E-Cigarettes and the charging there of are not permitted within any Trust property (including accommodation).

Diversity

You are at all times required to carry out your responsibilities with due regard to the Trust’s Diversity policy and to ensure that colleagues or staff that you manage receive equal treatment throughout their employment with the Trust.

Risk management

All staff have a responsibility to report all clinical and non-clinical accidents or incidents promptly and, when requested, to co-operate with any investigation undertaken.

Conflict of interests

You may not without the consent of the Trust engage in any outside employment.  In accordance with the Trust’s Conflict of Interest policy, you must declare to your manager all private interests which could potentially result in personal gain as a consequence of your employment in the Trust.  Interests that might appear to be in conflict should also be declared to your manager.

In addition, the NHS Code of Conduct and Standards of Business Conduct for NHS Staff (HSG 93/5) requires you to declare all situations where you or a close relative or associate has a controlling interest in a business (such as a private company, public organisation or other NHS voluntary organisation) or in any activity which may compete for any NHS contracts to supply goods or services to the Trust.  You must therefore register such interests with the Trust, either on appointment or subsequently whenever such interests are gained.  You should not engage in such interests without the written consent of the Trust, which will not be unreasonably

withheld.  It is your responsibility to ensure that you are not placed in a position that may give rise to a conflict between your private interest and your NHS duties.

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PROFESSIONALLY QUALIFIED STAFF GROUPS

All staff are required to work in accordance with their professional group’s code of conduct (e.g. NMC, GMC, DoH Code of Conduct for Senior Managers). 

Disclosure & Barring Service checks (where relevant)

If the post has been identified as being an 'eligible position’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 or, in some cases, the Police Act 1997, it meets the eligibility criteria for a disclosure to be requested through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).  Where a DBS check is indicated above applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment will need to complete a satisfactory DBS check prior to the appointment being confirmed.

With the exception of Basic disclosure certificates which only contain information about unspent convictions, all other DBS level checks will disclose both spent and unspent convictions, cautions (including reprimands and final warnings) which are not 'protected' as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order) 1975 (as amended). Enhanced disclosures may also include other relevant police information where this is deemed relevant to the position you are applying for. 

A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from appointment - that will depend on the nature of the position for which you are applying and the particular circumstances of the incident(s). 

You are obliged to inform the Trust if at any time in the course of your employment you are the subject of a police investigation, or are convicted of a criminal offence.

You must also inform the Trust immediately if at any time during your employment you are the subject of an investigation by the Independent Safeguarding Authority or are Barred from either its Children’s Barred List or Adults’ Barred List.  Failure to comply with these requirements may result in disciplinary action.  You will be committing a criminal offence if you seek to undertake or undertake any Regulated activity while Barred by the Independent Safeguarding Authority from either its Children’s Barred List or Adults’ Barred List.

Core behaviours for all Trust staff 

All staff will:

  • Act with honesty and integrity at all times
  • Demonstrate respect for others and value diversity
  • Focus on the patient and internal and external customer at all times
  • Make an active contribution to developing the service
  • Learn from and share experience and knowledge
  • Keep others informed of issues of importance and relevance
  • Consciously review mistakes and successes to improve performance
  • Act as ambassadors for their directorate and the Trust
  • Be aware of the impact of their own behaviour on others
  • Be discreet and aware of issues requiring confidentiality

In addition, all managers and supervisors will:

  • Value and recognise the ideas and contributions of all team members
  • Coach individuals and teams to perform to the best of their ability
  • Delegate work to develop individuals in their roles and realise their potential
  • Give ongoing feedback on performance, and effectively manage poor performance
  • Provide support and guidance to all team members
  • Encourage their team to achieve work/personal life balance
  • Actively listen to comments/challenges and respond constructively
  • Lead by example, setting high standards
  • Ensure that there are sufficient resources for their team and rebalance priorities accordingly
  • Provide a safe working environment

Infection and Prevention Control 

All Trust staff will:

  • Act as a role model and champion for the highest standards of all aspects of infection prevention and control and implementation of all Infection Prevention and Control Trust policies and guidelines.
  • Demonstrate respect for the roles and endeavours of others, in implementing good standards of hand hygiene.

Value and recognise the ideas and contributions of colleagues in their endeavours to reduce the incidence of healthcare associated infection.

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