BHSCT - Band 7 Clinical Specialist MRI Radiographer Band 7

Job details

• Branch: Belfast HSCT
• Location: TOWER BLOCK
• Salary: Band 7 (£47,810 - £54,710)
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Opening Date: 02/09/26
• Closes: Wed, 16 September 2026 @ 4:30 PM
• Interview Dates: TBC

Notes

Accept online applications only A waiting list may be created for similar posts that may arise while the waiting list is live, this may include temporary or part-time posts. This will be managed in line with the updated HSC waiting list principles effective from 1 April 2026. Where a part-time waiting list is required, one part-time waiting list will be created- regardless of any specific hours advertised, this waiting list will cover all future vacancies where part-time posts arise. A part-time post is defined as any post that has less than 37.5 hours per week. Please remember to save or print a copy of the job description before submitting your application, as it will not be accessible afterwards. Flexible Working We welcome flexible working requests from day one. All HSC organisations offer a range of flexible working options. The options available for this post will depend on the requirements of the role. Find out more about flexible working options on our website.

JOB DESCRIPTION

POST: Clinical Specialist MRI Radiographer

GRADE: Band 7

LOCATION: Imaging, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust

DIRECTORATE: TOR & IMO

REPORTS TO: Imaging Site Lead

RESPONSIBLE TO: Imaging/Clinical Site Leads

Job Summary / Main Purpose

To assist in the organisation and management and actively participate in the provision of the MRI Imaging service. The post holder must ensure that a high quality, efficient and effective service is available at all times. The post holder will work closely with Imaging and other key stakeholders to deliver a patient focused service in an environment of professional excellence.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

PROFESSIONAL

Set and maintain high standards of clinical imaging and personalised patient care

To ensure MRI principles and safe working practices are adhered to at all times.

Supervise MRI staff (including research radiographer/s), students, and support staff and maintain appropriate staff records

Assist with annual staff appraisal and personal development plans as required within the MRI team

Maintain a strong clinical commitment

Take responsibility for their own professional development in the role, in accordance with HCPC Continuous Professional Development (CPD) requirements.

Assist with the management of prioritisation of MRI requests in keeping with department protocols.

Participate in the training of all staff in MRI and ensure competency-based training in place.

Participate in the departmental Quality Assurance programme.

Assist in the procurement of MRI equipment and manage the equipment resources within MRI department as required

Participate in service improvement projects, Imaging Accreditation scheme, Investors in People and BRATT.

Assist with the development and implementation of appropriate policies and procedures across the service.

Ensure a safe environment for patient care and in the absence of same, to report to the Imaging Site Lead and the appropriate departments.

To assist with the investigation and analysis of incidents, ensure learning is identified and change implemented, promoting a positive safety culture.

To assist in the investigation of complaints relevant to the service area.

Participate in on-call, shift duties and out-of-hours rotas and cross-site working as required by the service.

Participate in weekend working as part of a normal working week as required by the service.

Undertake the duties of the post in accordance with Unit and Directorate policies, including the Health and Safety at Work Order (1978) and MHRA Safety Guidelines.

ADMINISTRATION

Assist in the strategic planning, organisation and implementation of an effective radiographic imaging service, with particular responsibility for MRI.

Ensure the smooth operation of an efficient MRI service on a daily basis through the effective organisation and co-ordination of tasks and the efficient management of resources.

Contribute to the formulation, development, and implementation of technical, safety and clinical departmental policies and protocols.

Assist with organisation of rota’s/annual/study leave as required, to ensure that the operational areas are appropriately covered at all times

Provide managerial and professional support to the MRI Lead Radiographer as required

Maintain accurate and concise records to provide the data necessary for the evaluation and development of the service.

PERSONNEL

Participate in recruitment/selection procedures

Management of disciplinary/grievance/attendance/performance procedures

Ensure that there is an induction programme for new members of staff and to participate as necessary.

Participate in the Trusts Personal Development and Contribution programme for radiographic and support staff.

Communicate effectively with patients, staff and the public including those with specific needs, e.g., those with learning difficulties and challenging behaviours

EDUCATIONAL

Consider staff welfare, identify training needs and ensure that effective educational programmes are implemented.

Foster an atmosphere conducive to education, audit and research.

Post holder is required to promote and participate in clinical research relevant to the role and co-operate with other affiliated research as required.

Participate in the multi-disciplinary Clinical Audit.

To provide MRI safety training/guidance for Medical/Nursing staff as appropriate.

General Responsibilities

Employees of the Trust are required to promote and support the mission and vision of the service for which they are responsible and:

At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner.

Promote and support effective team working, fostering a culture of openness and transparency. The post holder will ensure that they take all concerns raised with them seriously and act in accordance with Belfast Trust’s Whistleblowing Policy and their professional code of conduct, where applicable.

Demonstrate their commitment by their regular attendance and the efficient completion of all tasks allocated to them.

Comply with the Trust’s Smoke Free Policy.

Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Health and Safety Policies and Statutory Regulations.

Adhere to Equality and Good Relations duties throughout the course of their employment.

Ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in-service provision.

Maintain exacting standards of personal accountability.

Adhere to the Code of Conduct for HCPC and HSCNI employees.

Information Governance

All employees of Belfast Health & Social Care Trust are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their business within the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, including patient/client, corporate and administrative records whether paper based or electronic and also including e-mails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Employees are required to be conversant and to comply with the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust policies on Information Governance including for example the ICT Security Policy, Data Protection Policy and Records Management Policy and to seek advice if in doubt.

For further information on how we use your personal data within HR, please refer to the Privacy Notice available on the HUB or Your HR

Environmental Cleaning Strategy

The Trusts Environmental Cleaning Strategy recognizes the key principle that “Cleanliness matters is everyone’s responsibility, not just the cleaners” Whilst there are staff employed who are responsible for cleaning services, all Trust staff have a responsibility to ensure a clean, comfortable, safe environment for patients, clients, residents, visitors, staff and members of the general public.

Infection Prevention and Control

The Belfast Trust is committed to reducing Healthcare associated infections (HCAIs) and all staff have a part to play in making this happen. Staff must comply with all policies in relation to Infection Prevention and Control and with ongoing reduction strategies. Standard Infection Prevention and Control Precautions must be used at all times to ensure the safety of patients and staff.

This includes

Cleaning hands either with soap and water or a hand sanitiser at the appropriate times (WHO ‘5 moments’);

Using the correct ‘7 step’ hand hygiene technique;

Being ‘bare below the elbows’ when in a clinical environment;

Following Trust policies and the Regional Infection Control Manual (found on intranet);

Wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE);

Ensuring correct handling and disposal of waste (including sharps) and laundry;

Ensuring all medical devices (equipment) are decontaminated appropriately i.e. cleaned, disinfected and/or sterilised;

Ensuring compliance with High Impact Interventions.

Personal Public Involvement

Staff members are expected to involve patients, clients, carers and the wider community were relevant, in developing, planning and delivering our services in a meaningful and effective way, as part of the Trust’s ongoing commitment to Personal Public Involvement (PPI).

Please use the link below to access the PPI standards leaflet for further information.

http://www.publichealth.hscni.net/sites/default/files/PPI_leaflet.pdf

Clause: This job description is not meant to be definitive and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust.

PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION

JOB TITLE / BAND: Clinical Specialist MRI Radiographer/Band 7

DEPT / DIRECTORATE: Imaging/TOR&IMO

Notes to applicants

You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria.

Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form. Please note the Trust reserves the right to use any desirable criteria outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting. You must clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet the desirable criteria.

Proof of qualifications and/or professional registration will be required if an offer of employment is made – if you are unable to provide this, the offer may be withdrawn.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

The following are ESSENTIAL criteria which will initially be measured at shortlisting stage although may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage.

You should therefore make it clear on your application form whether or not you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is stated below.

Factor

Criteria

Method of Assessment

Experience

Qualifications

Registration

BSc (Hons) Radiography (Diagnostic) or equivalent

Health Professional Council (HCPC) registration at time of appointment

Minimum of 3 years experience at band 6 or above in MRI

Post Graduate qualification (MRI) delivered by an accredited institution

Shortlisting by Application Form

Other (e.g. Driving etc.)

Demonstrate ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Commitment to quality patient care

Commitment to professional and self- development.

Participate in out of hours/cross-site working as required.

Must hold a full driver’s license and have access to a car or identify a form of transport that will enable the post holder to carry out the duties of the post

Knowledge

Skills

Abilities

Effective planning & organisational skills

Excellent communications and interpersonal skills

Decision making and problem solving skills

Excellent IT skills

Knowledge of Clinical Audit

Knowledge of MR Safety

Ability and willingness to manage in a changing environment

Interview

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

Desirable criteria will ONLY be used where it is necessary to introduce additional job related criteria to ensure files are manageable. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how you meet these. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

Postgraduate management qualification

Evidence of participation in research and/or audit projects

NOTE

Where educational/professional qualifications form part of the criteria you will be required, if shortlisted for interview, to produce original certificates and one photocopy of same issued by the appropriate authority. Only those certificates relevant to the shortlisting criteria should be produced. If educational certificates are not available an original letter and photocopy of same detailing examination results from your school or college will be accepted as an alternative.

If successful you will be required to produce documentary evidence that you are legally entitled to live and work in the United Kingdom. This documentation can be a P45, Payslip, National Insurance Card or a Birth Certificate confirming birth in the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland. Failure to produce evidence will result in a non-appointment.

Where a post involves working in regulated activity with vulnerable groups, post holders will be required to register with the Independent Safeguarding Authority.

HSC Values

Whilst employees will be expected to portray all the values, particular attention is drawn to the following values for this role