Job overview

This is a replacement post for a Clinical Fellow in Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (CMR) (full-time) based at Royal Brompton site of the Trust. The post holder will be responsible for delivery of high-quality clinical care for patients being seen through the CMR Unit.

This post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Main duties of the job

• To assist in the running of the clinical CMR service under the direction of the Director, including being fully trained in CMR safety and the delivery of a safe NHS service, and being present at CMR scans.
• Preparing preliminary reports on patient scans for consultant approval
• To maintain a high standard of patient care at all times.
• To liaise with the Chief Technologist in CMR with regard to clinical service issues.
• To liaise with the physics and clinical staff to ensure the safe operation of all imaging equipment in the CMR Unit.· To ensure appropriate infection control measures are utilised when necessary. Paying particular attention to personal protection as well as the management of equipment and linens.
• To observe safety regulations with regard to the Local Rules for CMR and the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• If necessary, to remove property from a patient, for example to take any metal object or jewellery off for a CMR scan and ensure the patient’s property is looked after and returned to them at the completion of the procedure.
• To clear up after spills in accordance with the Trust’s infection control policy.
• The post holder will attend the clinical departmental meetings.
• Other duties in the CMR unit will be under the guidance of the Director.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder will support the delivery of a high-quality clinical Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (CMR) service within the CMR Unit at the Royal Brompton site.

Responsibilities include attendance at CMR scanning sessions, ensuring compliance with CMR safety procedures, preparing preliminary scan reports for consultant review, and providing excellent patient care throughout the imaging pathway.

The post holder will work closely with consultants, technologists, physicists and the wider multidisciplinary team to support service delivery, education, clinical audit and service development activities. Opportunities to contribute to clinical research may be available under appropriate supervision.

The post holder will be expected to maintain professional standards and comply with Trust policies relating to governance, confidentiality, infection prevention, health and safety, and mandatory training requirements.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Person specification:

Experience

Essential

• Experience in cardiac imaging
• Experience in CMR
• Knowledge of heart anatomy, function & pathology
• Advanced Life Support trained
• Recent experience of handling cardiac arrests and emergencies

Personal Qualities

Essential

• A calm and supportive approach when dealing with patients

Qualifications / Training

Essential

• Full GMC registration
• MB BS or Equivalent

Desirable

• MRCP or equivalent

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Essential

• Strong knowledge of cardiology diagnostics
• IT skills and computer literacy
• Ability to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary