Advanced Cardiac MRI Research Radiographer

at  Kings College London

Imaging and Research Responsibilities To be a key member of the multidisciplinary team that will develop and translate MRI techniques across field strengths. To help test and implement MRI techniques within protocols that will be used in imaging studies across field strengths as part of a cuttingedge clinical and research programme. To work with consistency and careful attention to detail when following protocols to carry out clinical and research scans. To participate in and take responsibility for quality assurance audits of clinical and research examinations, and to be proactive in identifying and resolving problems related to image quality.
To work with the management team in the dissemination and translation of new imaging techniques and protocols to the wider BMEIS Imaging group and external stakeholders, as appropriate. To be responsible for MR Safety across the Advanced MRI facility, including full awareness of the potential hazards of working at field strengths ranging from 0.5T to 7T, and ensuring that scanners are operated within safe limits at all times. To be familiar with the safety guidelines issued by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), the potential bioeffects of MRI at different field strengths, and with safety procedures (quench, fire, cardiac arrest) that are specific to the MR environment. To ensure that images and data are made available for analyses and/or reporting purposes in a timely and accurate manner.
To provide a high level of care to patients and volunteers before, during and after MR imaging procedures; being cognisant of the need for informed consent for all research scanning. To be sensitive and supportive of each patients needs, taking steps to adapt techniques to take account of an individuals limited capabilities where possible, whilst also ensuring that optimum quality scanning and that research objectives are achieved. Operational To ensure all persons entering the Advanced MRI facilities have been appropriately screened for MRI safety, and that staff, students and visitors have undergone any scannerspecific induction training required. To ensure that all clinical scans are scheduled appropriately, in keeping with NHS access targets and clinical pathways.
To ensure all research subjects have provided their informed consent for scanning and data analysis, after appropriate Ethical Committee approval for the activity. To operate all equipment safely and effectively, and according to the instruction and advice issued by manufacturers and local Leads. To be responsible for ensuring all clinical and research data are archived according to Departmental policies, protocols and procedures. To be responsible for ensuring all documentation relating to scanning activity, and any relevant clinical information, is recorded according to Departmental protocols.
To perform quality control checks on all relevant equipment and to report any faults to the appropriate escalation team and copying the Superintendent Radiographer or the appropriate member of the multidisciplinary team. To report any problems, malfunctions or failures of equipment to a Superintendent Radiographer or the appropriate member of the multidisciplinary team, labelling and removing them from circulation if unsafe. To utilise the imaging networks for both KCL & Guy’s & St Thomas’ Hospitals (GSTT) in accordance with Departmental protocols. To liaise closely with the administrative staff to ensure efficient and timely bookings of patient and volunteer scans, and accurate recording of the activity.
To assist the Superintendent Research Radiographers and MR Clinical Research Facility Manager in organising activity across the imaging facility in line with clinical and research priorities. To participate and contribute in staff meetings as required. At all times to maintain the integrity of the data security system ensuring compliance with the Standard Operating Procedures for the data protection and Data Protection Act. To be aware of and work within the local rules pertaining to MRI safety, radiation protection, Health and Safety at Work and COSHH regulations.
To ensure appropriate infection control measures are utilised at all times. Teamwork, communication, teaching & learning support To communicate effectively and maintain a good working relationship with multidisciplinary colleagues within BMEIS, KCL, GSTT, and with external stakeholders. To assist the training and supervision of other staff members, ensuring where appropriate that competency assessments are performed and documented against the training programme. To show a creative and innovative approach in developing and disseminating techniques across the systems within the MRI facility.
To be proactive in exploiting inhouse CPD opportunities, as well as attending training courses, seminars, conferences, and presenting work to internal and external audiences. To assist in the supervision of visitors to the MRI facility, including expert and nonexpert external stakeholders and students on placements. Sensory/physical demands & work environment: To work in compliance to infection control rules and regulations set nationally and locally. To work under time constraints and pressure.
To conform to requirement to wear protective clothing in areas and to protect themselves and others. To have a proactive role in safety, enforcing and adhering to rules. Pastoral care: To be sensitive and responsive to the needs and views of all staff, patients and volunteers, students and external stakeholders, and to respect diverse views. To help, support and advice colleagues as appropriate, seeking advice from senior staff when necessary.
Special Requirements The postholder will be required to work flexible hours between 0800 2000 hours, over 5 day working week in accordance with the needs of the role. The Job holder is expected to participate in the standard operating hours by a rota system which requires the person to work flexibly in a work pattern which may be a three days week or a four days week or five days a week, depending on the service requirements. The standard operating hours of the service is set from 0800 hours to 2000 hours, from Monday to Friday. There will also be some expectation to participate in weekend working for service needs, which will be remunerated as per the agreed arrangements.
The postholder will be required to adhere to high standards of Information Governance. Any breach of confidentiality or other Information Governance standards is a serious offence which may lead to dismissal. This appointment is subject to Occupational Health clearance. Should you be offered this post you will be sent an Occupational Health Questionnaire along with your contract of employment.
When the Occupational Health Department have evaluated your questionnaire and declared that you are fit for appointment, your appointment will be formally confirmed. Health and Safety: All post holders have a responsibility, under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and subsequently published regulations, to ensure that the College and the Trusts health and safety policies and procedures are complied with to maintain a safe working environment for all persons within the MRI facility. Infection Control: All post holders have a personal obligation to act to reduce healthcareassociated infections (HCAIs). They must attend mandatory training in Infection Control and be compliant with all measures required by the NHS Trust and the College to reduce HCAIs.
All post holders must comply with Trust infection screening and immunisation policies as well as be familiar with the NHS Trusts Infection Control Policies, including those that apply to their duties, such as Hand Decontamination Policy, Personal Protective Equipment Policy, safe procedures for using aseptic techniques and safe disposal of sharps. Post holders are also expected to adhere to the Services uniform policy and procedures. Risk Management: All post holders have a responsibility to report risks such as clinical and nonclinical accidents or incidents promptly in accordance with the requirements of the College and the Trust. They are expected to be familiar with the Trusts use of risk assessments to predict and control risk, as well as the incident reporting systems for learning from mistakes and near misses in order to improve services.
Post holders must also attend training identified by their manager, or stated by the Trust and the College to be mandatory. Flexible Working: As an organization, we are committed to developing our services in ways that best suit the needs of our patients and participants in research studies. This means that the postholder will be asked to work a flexible shift pattern so that we can offer services that most suits our patients and visitors. Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults: Post holders have a general responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the course of their daily duties and for ensuring that they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.
The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post

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