Job overview
An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 MRI Radiographer. This would be to support the MRI service at Queens Hospital Burton and other UHDB sites. UHDB MRI service delivery is provided by the use of state of the art Philips MRI scanners, Siemens Sola and an open Esaote Maginfico MRI scanner. Our MRI service consists of 10 MRI scanners, 8 x1.5T a 3T and a 0.4T, these are used to undertake a wide range of complex and non complex diagnostic MRI examinations including cardiac MRI.
The post holder will join our large and friendly team, and quickly become an integral part of our expanding service. The MRI services are operational 7 days a week, 12 hours a day, with a on call service currently at our Royal Derby Hospital site.
You will have a BSc degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent and have current registration with the Health and Professions Council (HCPC).
Main duties of the job
- To provide a high quality and efficient MRI service for the Trust .
- To work as part of a professional radiography team providing an excellent diagnostic service.
- We expect the post holder to already possess excellent MRI and patient care skills.
- Practice safely using the MHRA guidelines and department safety policies as guidelines
- To participate in the departmental Quality Assurance Program, risk management and risk assessments.
- To identify and actively promote best practice.
- To provide staff and student training, to include CPD presentations as part of the radiographers education programme and to external bodies.
- The successful candidate will be based at Queens Hospital Burton and will be expected to also work across our other UHDB sites depending on service needs.
Closing date of applications : 9 July 2026
Interview date: 23 July 2026
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Person specification
Skills
Essential
- To have the ability to assess patient condition in order to achieve quality radiographic results
- Basic keyboard skills, IT knowledge, manipulation of radiography equipment, moving and handling of patients, to be able to manipulate specialist MRI equipment
- Provide appropriate specialist radiographic service
Experience
Essential
- Previous cross sectional imaging practice
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD/conferences attended
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Hons or Equivalent
Desirable
- PG Cert in specialist area
Communication skills
Essential
- To respond appropriately to patient and carer needs, demonstrating empathy and understanding, eg. terminally ill patients
- To have a caring attitude towards patients and staff
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely to a wide variety of patient groups
Professional Registration
Essential
- HCPC Registered
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This advert is for MRI Clinical Specialist with University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust in Derby, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Radiographer Radiology role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 pro rata pa. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 09 Jul 2026.
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