MRI Radiographer​/Trainee MRI Radiographer

Job Summary

We are seeking applications from an enthusiastic, dedicated MRI Radiographer to join our existing team. Alternately, we can provide training support to the right candidate who is a self-motivated and hardworking individual, who can balance the challenges and opportunity of learning this modality.

Our team currently work flexibly with contemporary MRI equipment across three hospital sites using GE 1.5T, 3.0T and Philips 1.5T scanners. We are also supported by a CDC facility. You will have the opportunity to scan a wide range of paediatric and adult MRI examinations.

The successful applicant will need to demonstrate a high level of clinical expertise, have excellent communication skills, initiative and have the ability to work efficiently and positively within the multidisciplinary team. The individual selected will be prepared to continually develop themselves personally and professionally to benefit patients, our Trust and the team.

Please note the advert may close sooner than the date advertised due to levels of interest, closing of the advert will happen with no notice.

Main Duties

The post holder must have a flexible approach to their working life. The MRI service operates for 12.5 hours daily, 7 days per week across multiple NWAFT sites. Our MRI staff work a 3-day shift pattern, which includes weekend and Bank holiday working.

Produce high quality diagnostic images and provide high quality patient care to the service users adhering to national guidelines and taking into account relevant legislation (Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (IR(ME)
R) 2000). The post holder will work in a specialised Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) unit working independently and unsupervised. The ability to prioritise the workload is essential.

Provide motivation and training for junior staff.

May undertake one or more of the following as an extended role:

• Venopuncture
• Representative at Trust wide meetings e.g.: improving working lives
• Post graduate study

About Us

Priority will be given to colleagues identified as at risk through the Trust's redeployment process.

Details

• Date posted: 29 December 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 6
• Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 176-F-7670652
• Job locations: Peterborough City Hospital, Bretton Gate, Peterborough, PE3 9GZ

Job Responsibilities

For further information regarding this role, please refer to the job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification Essential Education and Qualifications

• DCR or BSC Hons in Radiography
• HCPC registration

Key Skills

• Ability to use own initiative, analyse and solve problems to optimise imaging
• Ability to communicate and convey in English, accurate information to patients and colleagues, ensuring comprehension of complex data
• Ability to resolve conflict and advocate to ensure patient needs are met
• Basic IT skills to manipulate complex post processing packages
• Committed to quality improvement

Desirable

• Evidence of prioritising own workload and working under pressure
• Experience in intravenous cannulation

Knowledge

• Evidence of personal and professional development
• Demonstrate a sound clinical knowledge and contribution to Quality Assurance, governance and Health and Safety
• Sound knowledge of MRI safety principles

Experience

• Significant postgraduate experience in MRI Imaging techniques
• Experience dealing with a diverse range of patient presentations

Additional Information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust — Peterborough City Hospital, Bretton Gate, Peterborough, PE3 9GZ
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