MR Research Radiographer

Provide specialist, high quality and safe

MR imaging and support for research and clinical imaging services, with a

primary role in two large paediatric/adolescent developmental research studies.

The post-holder will operate a range of MRI systems within a world-leading

university research imaging centre.

Provide specialist, high quality and safe

MR imaging and support for research and clinical imaging services, with a

primary role in two large paediatric/adolescent developmental research studies.

The post-holder will operate a range of MRI systems within a world-leading

university research imaging centre.

To provide

a professional MRI radiography service for research participants, ensuring high

standards of participant care, safety and experience throughout the imaging

pathway.

To practice

professional and safe service in all aspects of CUBRIC MR safety-screening,

scanner operation and all other MR-related activity. Operating the

scanner competently, using standardised protocols and thereby producing

high-quality and highly consistent data/image quality.

possess a sound knowledge of participant and patient MR safety. Training on

CUBRIC and Cardiff University processes will be given as part of employee

induction.

communicate complex information and instructions sensitively and effectively to

research participants, children, patients, parents/guardians, vulnerable

adults, and individuals with physical, cognitive or mental health needs.

To provide

professional advice and guidance on MRI radiography processes, participant

management and imaging procedures to researchers, students and colleagues,

ensuring complex issues are understood and managed appropriately

To take

responsibility for resolving operational issues independently within the MRI

scanning environment, escalating where appropriate in line with role

responsibilities and safety procedures

To assist

in the planning, booking and time management of research and clinical scanning

activity to support efficient delivery of imaging studies and research

objectives

contribute to the development, review and implementation of paediatric MRI

imaging workflows and procedures, including feed-and-wrap and bedtime scanning

pathways, to support safe, effective, efficient and high-quality imaging for

infants and children.

establish and maintain effective working relationships with research teams,

University departments, healthcare professionals and external collaborators to

support delivery of research activity

To support

and provide scanner operator cover during periods of annual leave and absence,

ensuring continuity of scanning services

To maintain

accurate and timely records of scanning activity, safety incidents, near misses

and operational documentation in accordance with regulatory and University

contribute to training and guidance for colleagues, students and researchers in

MRI safety, scanning procedures and participant management as required

attend and keep up to date with all relevant safety sessions, professional

development, and mandatory Cardiff University training courses/updates and

maintain HCPC Registration

undertake a variety of administrative duties to support the effective operation

of the MRI research service and associated studies

To ensure

that an understanding of the importance of confidentiality, information

governance and data protection is applied when undertaking all duties

To abide by

University policies and procedures, including those relating to Health and

Safety, Equality and Diversity, the Welsh Language Act and Data Protection

To maintain

a safe, clean and professional MRI laboratory environment by undertaking

routine housekeeping duties, stock control, ensuring compliance with infection

prevention, hygiene and safety standards.

To perform

other duties occasionally which are not included above, but which are

consistent with the role and responsibilities of the post

Working at Cardiff University offers you competitive

remuneration, an impressive array of benefits, excellent career development and

a positive working environment.

We are one of the UKs most innovative, ambitious, and

successful universities and recognise that our success depends largely upon the

commitment, energy and enthusiasm of our people.

That's why we strive to provide excellent working

conditions and policies for our staff, with benefits ranging from generous

leave entitlement to training and development opportunities.

We are committed to supporting and promoting equality and

diversity. Our inclusive environment

welcomes applications from talented people from diverse backgrounds.

Join us and help us achieve our ambition of becoming a

world-leading, research-excellent, educationally outstanding university, driven

by creativity and curiosity, which fulfils its social, cultural and economic

obligations to Cardiff, Wales, and the world.

Qualifications

Essential: - Fully qualified and HCPC registered Diagnostic Radiographer with a Degree or Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography

Additional criteria

Experience