AECC Job Description & Person Specification
MRI Radiographer (Quantitative fluoroscopy and upright MRI)
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MRI Radiographer (Quantitative fluoroscopy and
upright MRI)
Grade 6 Point 35
Superintendent MRI Radiographer
Prof A Breen
Non-academic
N/A
Job Purpose
The overall aim of this post is to operate the quantitative fluoroscopy (QF) and open upright MRI
systems for the imaging,(and in the case of QF analysis and reporting) of referred patients and
research participants. The post holder will be expected to assist study teams and their collaborators
under the direction of Prof A Breen and the Superintendent MRI Radiographer to assist with clinical
research which utilises these systems.
Key areas of responsibility will include:
1. Undertake a specified range of QF and MR imaging procedures effectively and efficiently for
patients and research participants.
2. Uphold MRI safety adhering to the Local Rules and Standard Operating Procedures
3. Liaison with project leaders and colleagues to implement work programmes
4. Undertake training to improve knowledge, awareness and skills
5. Liase with consultant radiologists in the transmission of images and reports
6. Liase with other College imaging personnel, clerical support staff and the MR Safety Advisor
7. Support the Superintendent MR Radiographer and Head of Department in maintaining a register
of critical incidents and adverse events and clinical governance audits according to Local Rules and
governance policies
8. Assist with research participant recruitment and data collection and entry for clinical studies.
9. Analysis and report generation of QF image sequences from research subjects and patients.
10. Trials and implementation of new methods for acquisition and analysis
11. Liaison with Superintendent Radiographers, Physicists, QF and MRI Engineers, Clinical, Patient
and Commercial Partners.
12. Imaging open MRI patients under the direction of the Superintendent MRI Radiographer
13. Further refinement of QF operational protocols for:
Patient handling
Calibration of the system
Data acquisition and its refinement
The use of radiation shielding for dose and image optimisation
Data analysis
Report generation
Incorporation of indices which summarise motion
14. Maintaining HCPC registration and up to date and accurate CPD records
15. Complying with CQC requirement
16. To participate in on-call, shift duties and out of hours rotas as required by the service.
17. To participate in weekend working as part of a normal week as required by the service.
Nature and Scope
The post holder will be expected to develop understanding and familiarity with:
 The project work programmes
 The clinical issues surrounding the functional integrity of intervertebral linkages
 The safe and competent operation of the QF and MRI systems
 The analysis and reporting of QF findings
Key Skills to be developed
Imaging:
QF image acquisition and analysis
Open, upright MRI image acquisition and reporting
Computing applications:
Image processing protocols for acquisition and manipulation of QF image files, protocols for image
analysis and reporting of motion sequences
MS Office (particularly Excel file and report creation, interaction with image processing programs
and statistical analysis)
Matlab for aspects of automated tracking protocols. (The post holder will not be expected to have
knowledge of programming)
Research data entry
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience
The post holder will be demonstrating:
 Positive person interaction skills to ensure a positive and professional atmosphere is
maintained
 Positive and ethical skills and abilities in supporting the running of MRI and fluoroscopy
clinical
 Units consistent with Local Rules, Standard Operating Procedures, Ionising Radiation
Regulations
 and Information Governance rules
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A breadth and depth of knowledge in MRI operation and competence in operating a C-arm
Fluoroscope
Ability to assimilate new MRI scan protocols and fluoroscopy procedures.
A proficiency in the use of MS office and the internet
Experience in the use of picture archiving and communications systems (PACS)
Effective oral and written communication and presentation skills
Effective positive interpersonal skills in relation to patients, students, staff, other
professionals
and members of the public
Effective organisational and administrative skills
- A commitment to working with diversity
The post holder will have experience in:
Working as a radiographer in an MR clinic unit
- Operating a digital fluoroscope unit
Working with imaging support staff
Developing effective professional relationships with senior clinicians
The post holder will:
Possess a relevant university first degree and have demonstrable experience of scanning
within an operational MRI unit.
- Be an experienced operator of C-arm fluoroscopy units
Possess a good understanding of the wider NHS
Undergo the enhanced disclosure of the CRB
Contact with other – internal / external
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Regular contact and liaison with the Superintendent MRI Radiographer, Medical Physicist,
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Administrator, Clinical Director for Special Imaging and IMRCI Director
Regular contact with individual patients, students, and staff
Frequent contact with external bodies and / or professional associations
Major problems / challenges
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Learning to operate novel MRI and fluoroscopy systems
Interacting positively with a diversity of staff
Managing adherence to deadlines and diverse workloads
Developing skills in fluoroscopic image analysis and report generation
Effective time organisation and management
General
Excellent interpersonal skills are essential. Regular contact with staff, senior managers, radiologists,
students, patients and external parties, including the staff of NHS organisations.
Physical conditions
Variable hours which may include evenings and weekends. May entail travel within the UK.
February 2015