Job Summary
To work together with the Lead Radiographer to ensure the provision of a high-quality service by the cardiac MR department at The Royal Free Hospital meeting the needs of referrers and maintaining high standards of patient care.To provide a high quality cardiac MR scanning service for the purpose ofdiagnosis or research and to carry out highly specialised Cardiac MR scanning techniques in a dedicated MRI Unit. In particular this unit is responsible for scanning patients with cardiac amyloidosis, lysosomal storage disease and pulmonary hypertension, as well as general cardiology. As such, knowledge of the cardiac MR techniques and sequences specific to these patient populations is highly desirable.To be part of a team continually committed to improving the service to patients and promoting the hospital nationally and internationally.The post-holder will be required to deputise for the Lead Radiographer and be responsible for the daily work programme. This is particularly important because the Unit currently only has two radiographers and, when the lead is on leave, the post-holder will have the responsibility for running the Unit.The post-holder will supervise, support and assist students and juniorradiographers in service delivery and personal development.
Main duties of the job
To undertake a specialist practitioner role for a defined area of themodality/service.? To undertake specialised scanning procedures, across a variety ofcomplex clinical presentations and pathologies, within the cardiac MRunit.? To undertake procedures as part of research projects.? To propose changes and work with other members of the multidisciplinary team to implement improvements and development of the service.? To operate a variety of Information technology systems to a high level,including the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) andensure that all data inputs are accurately recorded in order to maintainthe integrity of data for both patients and the service.? To provide timely professional support to colleagues and other members of the multidisciplinary team.? To deputise for a service or modality lead, in their absence.
About Us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Details
Date posted
27 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£56,276 to £63,176 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
391-RFL-7422819
Job locations
Royal Free Hospital
London
NW3 2QG
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust
Person Specification
Essential
Education & professional Qualifications
- DCR (R) or BSc Diagnostic Radiography
- HCPC registration
- IV Cannulation Certificate
Desirable
- Post Graduate Certificate in MRI
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Demonstrate a sound understanding of MRI Safety Principles for patients and staff
- IV Cannulation experience and administration of Contrast
Desirable
- Demonstrate a sound understanding of cross sectional anatomy
Person Specification
Essential
- Demonstrate a sound understanding of MRI Safety Principles for patients and staff
- IV Cannulation experience and administration of Contrast
Desirable
- Demonstrate a sound understanding of cross sectional anatomy
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Free Hospital
London
NW3 2QG
Employer's website
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Free Hospital
London
NW3 2QG
Employer's website
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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