Job summary
- Main area
- MRI Radiographer
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent: Full time
- Hours
- Full time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 391-RFL-8102458
- Employer
- Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Free Hospital
- Town
- London
- Salary
- £47,951 - £56,863 per annum inclusive of HCAS
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 11/08/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Band 6 MRI radiographer
NHS AfC: Band 6
Our trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.
Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.
Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.
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Job overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Band 6 MRI Radiographer to join the Radiology team at the Royal Free Hospital. This post would be well suited for an MRI radiographer wishing to develop and expand on their MRI experience. This is a full time contract.
Education and training are key elements of MRI competence and are prioritized within the department. Full training in MRI will be given, depending upon prior experience.
The ideal candidate must have excellent communication and organizational skills, and a team and patient centered approach to their work. They should enjoy working collaboratively and aspire to always provide the best possible care for our patients, whilst teaching and sharing their knowledge with others.
Royal Free Radiology have recently completed a multimillion-pound redevelopment of the A&E department and A&E X-ray services, including an A&E CT scanner, and have replaced scanners in MRI, CT and various x-ray rooms. With the completion of this project there are now four Siemens MRI scanners, three 1.5T and one 3T, providing a range of complex services including HPB, Neuro, urology, and vascular imaging.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be working with other Band 6 and 7 MRI specialist Radiographers, MRI Trained Rotational radiographers, and Radiographic Assistants to deliver a 7-day service in the MRI Department at the Royal Free. They will develop specialized knowledge and expertise and produce high quality images to assist in diagnosis and treatment, while demonstrating high standards of care.
The department actively encourages continued professional development (CPD), and opportunities are available for further training and development, in areas such as post graduate study, radiographer reporting and advanced practice.
Working for our organisation
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts with over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.
Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.
Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Clinical MRI experience NHS Experience
- Experience using PACS and RIS and an understanding of its significance for good service management and patient care. Experience dealing with a diverse range of patient presentations
- Experience in a diverse range of radiographic techniques Experience in specialized imaging techniques such as CT, Interventional Radiology/Cardiology
Desirable criteria
- Experience of performing Quality Assurance tests and management of a robust QA program
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential criteria
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential criteria
- DCR (R) or BSc Diagnostic Radiography
- HCPC registration
Desirable criteria
- IV Cannulation Certificate
- Post Graduate (Radiography) Qualification
Skills and aptitudes
Essential criteria
- Ability to work independently and also within a team
- Ability to prioritize and organize demands and multi-task.
- Willing to take direction and learn from more experienced colleagues
- Demonstrate a sound understanding of MRI Safety Principles for patients and staff
- Demonstrate a sound understanding of cross sectional anatomy
Desirable criteria
- IV Cannulation experience
Personal Qualities & attributes
Essential criteria
- Keen interest and understanding of a range of current and future imaging techniques and practices
- Demonstrate a respect for and commitment to patient care and safety
- A commitment to CPD
- Supportive of and adherence management protocols, policies and operational change
- Ability to liaise with patients and their relatives or carer’s using empathy and tact
- Ability to approach disputes and disagreements in a calm and objective manner
- Willing to train and share knowledge with more junior and new members of staff
Others
Essential criteria
- Presentable appearance
- Good time keeping skills
- Clear and appropriate communication skills
- Tolerance of a wide range of patients and colleagues
- Presents self as an outstanding representative of both the Royal Free London Trust and the radiographic profession
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
- Orla Culligan
- Job title
- Interim MRI Superintendent Radiographer
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 02077950500
- Additional information
02077950500 ext 36121
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