MRI Radiographer

MRI Radiographer

Closing date: 22 June 2026

The main duties of the job are to perform a wide range of MRI imaging examinations and ensure high standards of MRI imaging and patient care in a multidisciplinary team. The role includes independent assessment and justification of MRI referrals, participation in out‑of‑hours and extended working days, supervision and assistance of junior radiographers and students, and support to the MRI lead.

• Perform a wide range of MRI imaging examinations.
• Ensure high standards of MRI imaging and patient care working in a multidisciplinary team.
• Independently assess and justify MRI referrals following department policy and guidelines where appropriate.
• Participate in the out of hours / on call / extended working day service as required.
• Supervise and assist specialist and junior radiographers and students.
• Provide senior support to the MRI lead and cover during the lead’s absence.
• Use professional discretion and experience to ensure that clinical practice is carried out correctly, professionally and within the legal framework.
• Assist the MRI superintendent in developing the MRI service.
• Manage a clinical workload and meet deadlines.
• Undertake personal and professional development.
• Prioritise workload and regularly reassess to ensure patient needs are met.
• Give IV injections of MRI contrast agents, including the use of specialist injector pumps.

See full job specification for essential and desirable criteria.

• Staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options.
• Salary sacrifice options including nursery services.
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Funding for care certificates, degrees or leadership qualifications.
• Flexible working schemes and family‑friendly policies.
• Paid annual leave: 27 days (rising to 33 days + bank holidays) for NHS staff.
• Access to comprehensive occupational health services, counselling, wellbeing activities.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and ‘At Risk’ status, including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

Pay scheme: £39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week
Location: North Devon District Hospital, Raleigh Park, Barnstaple, Devon

This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.