Job summary
- Main area
- Radiology
- Grade
- NHS AfC :Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- 37.5 hours per week (Full-time 37.5 hours per week to be worked as 3 shifts on a rota, including Bank Holidays and Weekends but no nights)
- Job ref
- 331-8294825-UHMB
- Employer
- University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Westmorland General Hospital
- Town
- Kendal
- Salary
- £39,959 - £48,117 per annum/pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 15/10/2026 23:59
Employer heading
MRI Radiographer FGH - UK Residents
NHS AfC :Band 6
''Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work''
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.
Job overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic Radiographer to join our friendly CMR team, to undertake a variety of MR examinations efficiently and effectively for our patients, adhering to best practice of radiographic technique.
Working within the MR department at WGH provides excellent opportunities to gain experience in a wide range of MR imaging procedures including MSK, neurological, vascular, urology and oncology. The department is equipped with a brand new Siemens Altea 1.5T installed in 2025 undertaking a wide range of MR imaging
Main duties of the job
Westmorland General Hospital is on the doorstep to the Lake District, the Trust is set in some of the most remarkable surroundings in the UK, facilitating an abundance of outdoor activities. There are many OFSTED "Good" and "Outstanding" Primary and Secondary schools near by.
What skills and experience are we looking for?
- Experience working in an NHS hospital
- BSc Radiography or equivalent
- Valid Radiographer registration of the HCPC
- Previous experience of CT and/or MR scanning
- Have successfully completed training to undertake IV cannulation desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
- Expertise to ensure the appropriate triage, booking and examination of patients.
- A high level of professionalism and technical standard of work, complying with relevant Codes of Practice.
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
Working for our organisation
We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Our community services for adults are provided in people’s homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Person specification
Education and qualifications
Essential criteria
- DCR or BSc Radiography
- HCPC Registration
- Evidence of CPD
- Experience working in an NHS hospital as a Radiographer
Experience
Essential criteria
- Evidence of time spent in CT or MR
Desirable criteria
- Mentoring students
- Assisting in the mentoring of newly qualified and junior staff.
- Experience in cannulation and injection of IV contrast
- Specialist extended roles in CT or MR
- Experience in a wide range of CT and MRI procedures with a range of equipment
Skills, ability and knowledge
Essential criteria
- Effective communicator, verbally and written
- Good interpersonal skills
- Experience of team working
Personal qualities
Essential criteria
- Ability to organise
- Ability to work under pressure
- Highly motivated
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Joanne Park
- Job title
- Head of Radiology, FGH & WGH
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01229 870870
- Additional information
Tina Tomlinson, Lead MR Radiographer, Westmorland General Hospital, Tel: 01539 732288 ext 45984
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
Level 1
Fusion House
Evolution Park
Blackburn
Lancashire
BB1 2FD
- Telephone
- 03033 301 033
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