Job overview
We are recruiting for a Principal MRI Radiographer who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients.
If you are successful in this role you will lead research, audit, development, and training initiatives in MRI. You will provide expert clinical care to ensure a patient-centred approach. You will challenge best practices, incorporate new techniques, and collaborate with the MR Lead Clinician and specialist radiologists to achieve optimal image quality.
Demonstrates excellent presentation skills, sharing your expertise through lectures and presentation of their research findings to a wide range of audiences. You will take responsibility for educating and training staff, acting as a key resource for the advancement of MRI practices within the organisation.
As a qualified MRI Safety Office, you will ensures adherence to safety protocols. The role includes existing responsibilities as Deputy Superintendent and specialist diagnostic practitioner.
In addition, you will receive a High-Cost Area Supplement of 15% of your basic salary, subject to a minimum payment of £4,870 and a maximum payment of £6,137 per annum pro rata
At the heart of everything we do are our core values: Include, Respect, and Improve. We encourage you to embrace these values throughout the recruitment process and in your role with us.
Main duties of the job
Delivers expert care for patients undergoing MRI scans, maintaining high clinical standards and prioritising patients to ensure optimal efficiency and service quality.
Provides leadership, training, and serves as an expert resource for the radiographers at the Mount Vernon Cancer Centre in the ongoing implementation and development of MRI for radiotherapy.
Leads the education and training of other healthcare professionals in current and new MRI practice and MRI safety.Research and Service Development
Permanently assigned to the MRI department, responsible for developing and running complex and specialised research and clinical scanning protocols, as well as developing and implementing appropriate post-processing procedures.
Evaluates clinical effectiveness in the context of Clinical Governance, Risk Management, and Quality Assurance initiatives within the MRI department.
Ensures adherence to Trust policies, MHRA guidance, GDPR, Local Radiation Rules, statutory requirements of IR(ME)R, IRR99, and other relevant Health and Safety Policies.
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Advanced technical MRI skills with ability to manage complex and non-routine cases
- Ability to develop and grow MRI services in collaboration with senior MRI leadership
- Ability to work strategically and innovatively, identifying opportunities for service development
- Strong leadership and influencing skills across multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with industry partners, research bodies, and clinical teams
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, including ability to present to wider professional audiences
- Ability to act as a clinical expert and ambassador for the service externally
- Strong analytical, audit, and problem-solving capability
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced knowledge of MRI physics, techniques, and clinical applications
- Expert knowledge of MRI safety and governance requirements
- Knowledge of emerging technologies (e.g. AI, advanced imaging techniques, research developments)
- Understanding of NHS Clinical Governance, Quality Assurance, and risk management
- Awareness of national policy, strategy, and drivers impacting diagnostic imaging services
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- HCPC Registration
- Postgraduate qualification in MRI or relevant specialist area
- Evidence of Level 7 practice
- Evidence of ongoing professional development aligned to advanced practice
- Evidence of progression towards Consultant Radiographer level practice
- Leadership/management qualification
- MRI Safety Officer (MRSO) qualification
Other Requirements
Essential
- Experience and evidence of engagement around equality, diversity and inclusion issues in relation to policy, service development and service delivery in respect of both services to users and the management of staff
- Role model our Trust values every day
- Ability to represent the service at regional and national level, contributing to professional networks and development of practice
- Commitment to developing collaborative partnerships with manufacturers and research organisations
- Commitment to progressing across the four domains of Consultant Radiographer practice
- Flexible approach to service delivery (including out-of-hours if required)
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Innovative, proactive, and outward-looking in approach
- Motivated to drive service improvement and embrace new technologies
- Professional credibility with ability to influence and lead change
- Commitment to continuous professional development and advanced practice
Previous Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience in MRI including complex and specialist imaging
- Experience of independently adapting and developing MRI protocols
- Demonstrable experience in MRI service development, innovation, or service improvement
- Experience working collaboratively with external stakeholders (e.g. manufacturers, research teams, academic or scientific partners)
- Experience contributing to or leading research, audit, or innovation projects
- Experience presenting work or contributing to regional or national forums / networks
- Experience supporting development, expansion, or transformation of MRI services
- Experience in education, training, and supervision of staff and/or students
- Experience in procurement, business cases, or technology implementation
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This advert is for Principal MRI Radiographer with East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust in Stevenage, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 8 Radiographer role. The advertised salary is £57,528 - £64,750 per annum, plus 15% High Cost Area Supplement. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 15 Jul 2026.
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