MRI Radiographer

at  Affidea Ireland

The Affidea Group is one of the most successful European healthcare diagnostics imaging companies, we have over 400 staff within our Irish clinics. The business operates diagnostic imaging and minor injuries centres’ around the country, offering a broad range of cutting-edge imaging technology and healthcare services to the public, insurers, employers and other organisations.

WE ARE NOW SEEKING AN EXPERIENCED MRI RADIOGRAPHER TO JOIN OUR TEAM IN NAAS

Responsibilities:

• Daily Operations: Manage MRI schedules, equipment maintenance, and quality assessment.
• Ethics and Learning: Maintain high medical ethics and stay updated with technical and clinical knowledge.
• Clinical Duties: Perform clinical assessments and diagnostic MRI exams.
• Radiographic Skills: Identify and adapt procedures based on diagnostic information.
• Judgment: Differentiate between normal and pathological findings.
• Patient Care: Ensure patient safety and comfort, and obtain informed consent.
• Coordination: Work with Clinical Lead and RSM for workload coverage.
• System Maintenance: Update Radiology Information Systems and oversee equipment maintenance.
• Radiation Safety: Follow radiation safety rules and use protective devices.
• Policy Adherence: Comply with departmental policies, especially regarding radiological exams for women of reproductive capacity.
• Patient Interaction: Explain procedures to patients and assist in their safe transfer.

Qualifications:

• BSc in Diagnostic Imaging or equivalent recognised qualification.
• 5+ years Post graduation consecutive experience in MRI OR 3 years post-graduation
• Valid CORU Registration

Competencies:

• Customer Focus: Prioritize patient needs and satisfaction.
• Proactive and Innovative: Show initiative and creativity in problem-solving.
• Empathy: Demonstrate understanding and compassion towards patients.
• Self-Motivation: Be driven to achieve results and improve skills.
• Planning and Time Management: Effectively manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Interpersonal Skills: Communicate effectively and work well with others.
• Communication: Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Compliance: Adhere to company policies and quality assurance standards.
• Patient Care: Maintain high standards of patient care and report any discrepancies.

Physical Requirements

• The employee must be physically capable of carrying out all assigned dutiesEmotional and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.

• Daily Operations: Manage MRI schedules, equipment maintenance, and quality assessment.
• Ethics and Learning: Maintain high medical ethics and stay updated with technical and clinical knowledge.
• Clinical Duties: Perform clinical assessments and diagnostic MRI exams.
• Radiographic Skills: Identify and adapt procedures based on diagnostic information.
• Judgment: Differentiate between normal and pathological findings.
• Patient Care: Ensure patient safety and comfort, and obtain informed consent.
• Coordination: Work with Clinical Lead and RSM for workload coverage.
• System Maintenance: Update Radiology Information Systems and oversee equipment maintenance.
• Radiation Safety: Follow radiation safety rules and use protective devices.
• Policy Adherence: Comply with departmental policies, especially regarding radiological exams for women of reproductive capacity.
• Patient Interaction: Explain procedures to patients and assist in their safe transfer