MRI Assistant Practitioner

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MRI Assistant Practitioner

Pinehill Hospital Hitchin

37.5 Hours

We have a new and exciting opportunity for an experienced MRI Assistant Practitioner to join the team at Pinehill Hospital working under the guidance of a qualified Radiographer. The successful candidate will participate in the MRI rota undertaking work within the department when required including weekend work.

Pinehill Hospital is one of Hertfordshires leading private hospitals with an excellent reputation for delivering high qualityprivate hospital treatment. Situated in tranquil wooded surroundings Pinehill provides a peaceful environment to aid a speedy recovery.

Duties will include

• To perform basic MRI examinations

• Assist radiographers by preparing rooms equipment and patients prior to imaging examinations where necessary

• To carry out all diagnostic procedures to the highest possible standard in line with departmental protocols and procedures

• To report equipment faults to the supervising radiographer and take appropriate action

• Understand and observe the principles of MRI safety and participate in the associated QA programmes

• Undertake daily and monthly checks of the equipment and record this

• Assist in departmental audits

• Demonstrate a high level of communication skills and empathy when dealing with patients and other staff members

• Maintain appropriate levels of stock and order stock in line with departmental policy

• To promote total quality care for patients

What youll bring with you

• Experience working as an Assistant Practitioner in a MRI facility is essential

• Knowledge of RIS and PACS

• IV cannulation training (desirable)

Why Join Us

At Ramsay Health Care UK our people are at the heart of our success. Our benefits are designed to support your wellbeing work-life balance and career development because were people caring for people:

Health Wellbeing & Financial Security

• Private Medical Cover with the option to add your partner and dependants

• Discounted Bupa Dental Insurance

• Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 your base salary

• Private Pension with Ramsay matching up to 5% after a qualifying period

• Employee Assistance Programme

WorkLife Balance

• 25 days annual leave bank holidays with the option to buy or sell additional days

• Flexible shift patterns where possible

• Family friendly policies including enhanced parental leave

• Volunteer leave to support causes that matter to you

Career Development & Recognition

• Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy to support your career development

• Colleague recognition programme to celebrate our people

Lifestyle & Everyday Perks

• Access to our benefits platform offering a wide range of discounts

• Cycle2Work scheme

• Subsidised staff restaurant where possible

• Free parking on site where possible

About Us:

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 60 years experience. We are a global provider operating in 8 countries with 88000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong long-standing relationship with the NHS.

We love people with a positive can do attitude who want to make a difference in their work. Our employees are Ramsay. The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.

We know our people are our greatest asset our business is growing and we would like you to join us. The Ramsay Way culture recognises that people staff and doctors are Ramsay Health Cares most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud of our Speak Up for Safety programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more Time to Care.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all.

We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.

We care. Its more than what we do its who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And its a belief thats as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964. The Ramsay Way culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

We are proud to support the UKs Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MODs Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults children and young people at risk. We expect all employees to share this commitment and behave in a way that supports it. All successful candidates will be provided with safeguarding training appropriate to their role.