Job overview
Deputy MRI Lead Radiographer
Department: Imaging
Band 7, £49,387 - £56,515 Per annum pro rata
Hours: Full time, 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
Milton Keynes University Hospital is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic MRI Radiographer to join our advanced Imaging team as Deputy MRI Lead Radiographer. This is more than a Band 7 position, it's an opportunity to influence the future of our MRI service, inspire and support colleagues, and play a pivotal role in the continued development of diagnostic imaging across both our acute hospital and Community Diagnostic Centre.
Working closely with the MRI Lead Radiographer, you will help lead a high-performing team, combining clinical excellence with operational leadership. This role is ideal for someone who is ready to progress into a senior leadership position and make a meaningful impact on patient care, service delivery, and staff development. 'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
Interview date: 03 and 04 August 2026
Main duties of the job
We're looking for someone who: • Is an experienced and highly skilled MRI Radiographer. • Demonstrates positive, compassionate, and professional leadership. • Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Is committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care. • Enjoys supporting, mentoring, and developing colleagues. • Thrives in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Join a department with ambition: This is an exciting time to join Milton Keynes University Hospital as we continue to invest in and expand our imaging services. Our MRI service currently includes two state-of-the-art scanners at the acute hospital site, a Siemens 1.5T Avanto Fit and a 1.5T Siemens Sola, as well as a 1.5T GE Voyager scanner at our Community Diagnostic Centre. Our continued investment in cutting-edge technology demonstrates our commitment to innovation, increasing MRI capacity, and delivering responsive, high-quality diagnostic imaging services to meet the needs of our growing population. If you are ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and join a supportive, ambitious, and forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you. At Milton Keynes University Hospital, our values, Care, Collaborate, Communicate, and Contribute are at the heart of everything we do. Join us and play your part in delivering outstanding imaging services and exceptional patient care.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
NHS Staff Survey: With high scores in Team Working and Line Management, our teams collaborate, communicate, and care for one another—because we know we’re stronger together.
To independently undertake a wide range of MRI procedures, ensuring high professional standards of technical competence and patient care are maintained at all times.
Able to work in an advanced practitioner capacity, with a high degree of autonomy to provide clinical support and advice to other radiographic practitioners
Please refer to attached Job description for further information.
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Good organizational and time management skills
- High level of self-motivation and ability to learn and develop
- Logical approach to decision making and problem solving
- Ability to work to agreed protocols and standards of good practice.
- Able to write protocols, policies, and procedures in relation to MR service.
- Ability to prioritize own workload and work effectively under pressure
- Flexible attitude to service provision and enthusiasm for change
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently as part of as team.
- Ability to cope with the physical demands of the role which will include manual support/ lifting of patients and equipment safely and efficiently
- Ability to work using own initiative but also to know when to seek assistance and guidance.
- Proven ability to assess clinical situations and act appropriately
- Can perform IV cannulation or willing to be trained
Communication
Essential
- Good written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills.
- Consistently demonstrates a friendly professional attitude and approach in the workplace
- Good empathic skills and the ability to manage issues in a caring, compassionate, and considerate manner
- Ability to work across disciplines and with a wide range of professional groups
- Keep all records up to date in a clear, accurate and concise manner on a day-to-day basis
- Professional in appearance and conduct
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Radiography, DCR(D) Diploma of the College of Radiographers or equivalent
- Post graduate qualification in imaging (i.e., MRI)
- Quality Improvement, transformation, and innovation training
- Health and Care Professions Council Registration
- Evidence of a sound level of computer literacy (MS Teams, word, outlook, power point and excel)
- Familiarity with hospital information systems (HIS), radiology information systems (RIS) and picture archiving communications systems (PACS)
- Good understanding of health and safety requirements
- Sound awareness of data protection, freedom of information and confidentiality issues within NHS
- Evidence of keeping informed of the current MR imaging techniques & practices
- Knowledge of relevant national imaging standards (e.g., IR(ME)R 2017, IRR ’17 and associated codes of practice)
• Can perform IV cannulation or willing to be trained
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate confidentiality and trustworthiness.
- Deal calmly and politely with members of hospital staff who are working in areas of extreme pressure
- Interest and willingness in teaching / training less experienced staff & students when in imaging and help attending students in their training and development
- Maintain continued professional development as required by HCPC
- Patient centered and customer focused.
- Aspires to develop leadership and management potential
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