Clinical Specialist Radiographer – MRI (Fixed Term Contract)

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     We are hiring a Clinical Specialist Radiographer for MRI (Fixed Term Contract) in our hospital in Dublin, Ireland.

     Initial 6-month contract, with the possibility of extension for a further 6 months

         Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the MRI service, ensuring effective utilisation of available resources and maintaining high standards of patient care.
  

• Take responsibility for the quality of MRI services provided, including clinical, technical and customer service standards.
  

• Support the development, implementation and review of operational policies, protocols, guidelines and quality improvement initiatives within the MRI department.
  

• Monitor equipment performance, maintenance, servicing, downtime and replacement requirements, and provide accurate reports to the Head of Radiology.
  

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of MRI clinical, technical and radiographic developments and ensure best practices and MRI safety standards are implemented.
  

• Contribute to service planning, financial management, resource allocation and initiatives aimed at improving service efficiency, capacity and patient experience.
  

• Provide professional guidance and support to patients, radiographers, radiologists, medical staff, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
  

• Promote a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with hospital policies relating to MRI safety, infection prevention and control, IV procedures, health and safety, risk management and incident reporting.
  

• Develop and maintain training programmes for qualified staff, trainees and students, including supervision and assessment, and support effective staff rotation and workforce planning.
  

• Support quality assurance activities by conducting departmental audits, investigating complaints, accidents and incidents, contributing to accreditation preparation, attending relevant meetings and implementing continuous quality improvement measures.
  

Requirements

• Hold a BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Radiography or an equivalent recognised qualification, along with a postgraduate diploma or MSc in MRI.
  

• Hold appropriate validation from the Irish Institute of Radiographers and demonstrate evidence of ongoing post-registration professional development.
  

• Have a minimum of 6 years’ experience in MRI or the relevant modality, or a postgraduate qualification in the modality combined with at least 3 years’ relevant experience.
  

• Demonstrate strong clinical competence in MRI, including experience working effectively within a team of radiographers and proficiency in intravenous cannulation and the administration of contrast and Buscopan.
  

• Demonstrate excellent teamwork, professional knowledge and initiative, with the ability to contribute effectively to multidisciplinary teams and support ongoing service development.
  

• Possess strong planning, organisational and communication skills, including effective time management, the ability to manage clinical and non-clinical situations, work under pressure and communicate clearly with patients, staff and management.
  

• Demonstrate a strong patient-centred approach, with the ability to treat patients, relatives and colleagues with empathy, dignity and respect while maintaining high standards
  

Benefits

• Health Insurance
  

• High Salary
  

• Subsidised parking
  

• Excellent career progression