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Band 7 CT/MRI Radiographer Locum - Newcastle Location: Newcastle Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Working Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 6-hour shifts (18-hour week) Pay Rate: £30.00 P/H

The radiography team at Pulse is seeking a dedicated and skilled Band 7 CT/MRI Radiographer with at least one year of UK experience to join our dynamic team in Newcastle. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality radiographic services and ensuring the best care for our patients.

Key Responsibilities:

The Band 7 MRI Radiographer is responsible for conducting a range of diagnostic imaging procedures, including X-rays, CT scans, and MRI scans, while ensuring high-quality images for accurate diagnosis. They prepare patients for these procedures by explaining the process, ensuring comfort, and obtaining informed consent. The role involves operating and maintaining radiographic equipment to ensure it functions correctly and safely, as well as assisting in the initial interpretation of images and reporting significant findings to the supervising radiologist or clinician. Radiographers must adhere to quality assurance protocols and health and safety regulations to maintain high standards of practice, while also maintaining accurate patient records and documentation related to imaging procedures, including consent forms and reports. Collaboration with other healthcare professionals is essential to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care. Additionally, they provide guidance and support to junior radiographers, students, and support staff, fostering a positive learning environment, and engage in ongoing professional development and training to stay up to date with advancements in radiography and imaging techniques.

Requirements:

• A relevant degree in Radiography or a related field, and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

• A minimum of 1-2 years of post-qualification experience in a clinical setting, with experience in Siemens scanners. Must be proficient in CT and MRI in either NHS or private settings in the UK.

• Proficiency in using imaging equipment and a solid understanding of radiographic techniques and safety protocols.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with patients and healthcare professionals.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and to lead and supervise junior staff when required.

• Strong attention to detail to ensure patient safety and accurate imaging results.

Why Work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, we focus entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your speciality inside and out. Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else. We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself disabled or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.