Bank MRI Radiographer

Senior Radiographer (Bank)

Nuffield Health is Britain’s largest not-for-profit healthcare organisation and at Nuffield Health, we are looking for a bank MRI Radiographer to join our team at our Bristol Hospital. Our hospital in Bristol: The Chesterfield, specialties include, Orthopedics, Spinal surgery, Oncology, Diagnostic Imaging and General Surgery. During the Covid-19 pandemic, we have made this hospital available to support NHS trusts for patients on cancer pathways and other urgent conditions. We are located in Clifton with easy access to transport links and the city of Bristol.

Whether you join us from the NHS or a private setting, you will find that we offer you an unrivalled opportunity to grow the respected career that you always wanted. You will benefit from our investment in state-of-the-art equipment.

As a Bank MRI Radiographer, you will:

• Be working within our busy, friendly Radiology team, currently with GE Optima 450 wide bore 1.5T scanner. 
• Undertake MRI imaging examinations without direct supervision which are informed by, but can vary from departmental protocols, seeking advice where required.
• Supervise and develop more junior staff.
• Be able to perform imaging examinations with due regard to patient’s privacy and dignity and taking into account the supplied clinical information and their physical/mental status.
• Remain proficient in the use of all equipment used.
• Develop an understanding of local protocols and contribute to referral vetting processes.
• Ensure equipment is safe and fit for purpose informing senior staff of any faults.

To succeed as a Bank MRI Radiographer you will need:

• A BSC degree in diagnostic radiography or equivalent to meet the registration requirements of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Competence in IV cannulation and contrast administration.
• Dedicated post registration MRI experience relevant to the role. (Experience with GE MR scanner desirable.)
• High levels of technical knowledge and the ability to work quickly and accurately, with a great eye for detail.
• A caring nature – to see each patient as an individual and carry out this role with understanding and empathy.
• A postgraduate qualification in MRI desirable.
• Excellent communication and team working abilities.
• Work well within our small, close and supportive team.

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That’s why we’ve developed a benefits package with you in mind. This includes holiday in line with the working time directive, access to our pension scheme and discounted gym membership at £15 a month.

Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability.

Salary: Up to £35 per hour depending on experience