Job summary
Senior MRI Radiographer
Department: Imaging
Band 6, £38,682 - £46,580 Per annum, pro rata
Hours: Full time, 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
Are you a passionate MRI Radiographer ready to take the next step in your career? This is an exciting opportunity to join our expanding Imaging Department at Milton Keynes University Hospital, where you'll play a key role in shaping and advancing our MRI services within a dynamic and forward-thinking team.We're seeking an enthusiastic and motivated radiographer with a strong commitment to delivering outstanding patient care and continually developing professional skills. Working as part of our dedicated multidisciplinary team, you'll gain valuable experience across a broad range of MRI examinations, including, neuro, MSK, angiography, and dynamic studies.Our Imaging Department is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, featuring:
Two Siemens 1.5T MRI scanners on-site
One GE 1.5T Voyager MRI scanner at our Community Diagnostic Centre
And with a brand-new Imaging Scanning Centre set to open in March 2026, there's never been a more exciting time to join us.
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
Interview date: 10th & 13th of April 2026
Main duties of the job
In this role, you'll contribute to providing a high-quality, patient-centred diagnostic MRI service while supporting and mentoring students and junior radiographers. You'll also have access to ongoing CPD opportunities and hands-on experience to further enhance your expertise.
To work within MRI areas located throughout the trust conducting cross-sectional examinations using a range of MRI equipment upon various patient types; both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi-professional team, in a manner that meets profession, departmental and legal standards and requirements.
To proactively assist in the management of the MRI scanning department on a daily basis; whilst fostering a safe and efficient environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This should include archiving correct patient data to PACS (picture archiving communications systems) and RIS (radiology information systems).
To supervise and teach radiographers new to MRI, student radiographers and imaging assistants and to actively help, teach and support training specialty doctors in radiology.
Ensure patient safety is maintained and patient experience is positive by treating all patients, relatives and colleagues with respect, dignity, and courtesy in accordance with Trust values.
Ensuring that at all times you act within your sphere of competence.
When required participate in MRI research and development.
About us
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.
Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
NHS Staff Survey: Our staff scored Autonomy and Control at 7.19, well above the national average. Here, youre trusted to lead, innovate, and shape your work.
Clinical
Work unsupervised, performing all MRI scans following imaging sequences and parameters set down in scanning protocols.
Communication and relationship building
To assess specific communication needs of individual patients. To anticipate where communication difficulties might make completion of the MRI checklists impossible and implement alternative methods to ensure that patient safety is maintained.
Responsibilities for analysis
Able to synthesize complex MRI referral details through analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of different imaging options.
Managing people
To assist in the supervision and clinical instruction of undergraduate radiographic staff.
Please refer to attached Job description for further information.
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouragingdiversity,and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date onceenoughapplications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This isin accordance withthe streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Uponcommencingemploymentwith theTrust,allemployees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions)aresubjectto aprobationary periodlastingaperiod of sixmonthswithanoptiontoextendfor afurther sixmonths toatotalof 12months.
Job description
Job responsibilities
NHS Staff Survey: Our staff scored Autonomy and Control at 7.19, well above the national average. Here, youre trusted to lead, innovate, and shape your work.
Clinical
Work unsupervised, performing all MRI scans following imaging sequences and parameters set down in scanning protocols.
Communication and relationship building
To assess specific communication needs of individual patients. To anticipate where communication difficulties might make completion of the MRI checklists impossible and implement alternative methods to ensure that patient safety is maintained.
Responsibilities for analysis
Able to synthesize complex MRI referral details through analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of different imaging options.
Managing people
To assist in the supervision and clinical instruction of undergraduate radiographic staff.
Please refer to attached Job description for further information.
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouragingdiversity,and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date onceenoughapplications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This isin accordance withthe streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Uponcommencingemploymentwith theTrust,allemployees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions)aresubjectto aprobationary periodlastingaperiod of sixmonthswithanoptiontoextendfor afurther sixmonths toatotalof 12months.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- .BSc (Hons) Radiography, DCR(D) Diploma of the College of Radiographers or equivalent
- Health and Care Professions Council Registration
- Evidence of a sound level of computer literacy (MS Teams, word, outlook, power point and excel)
- Familiarity with hospital information systems (HIS), radiology information systems (RIS) and picture archiving communications systems (PACS)
- Knowledge of a wide range of diagnostic imaging procedures
- Evidence of keeping informed of the current MRI imaging techniques and practices
- Knowledge of relevant national imaging standards (e.g., IR(ME)R 2017, IRR '17 and associated codes of practice)
Desirable
- Possesses 6-month post qualification knowledge and experience as a radiographer.
- UK radiographer work experience
Skills
Essential
- Team player who can also work independently
- Methodical with good organizational and time management skills
- Able to prioritize and to cope in distressing and pressurized circumstances
- High level of self-motivation and ability to learn and develop
- Logical approach to problem solving
- Ability to work to agreed protocols and standards of good practice
- Flexible attitude to service provision and enthusiasm for change
- Ability to cope with the physical demands of the role which will include manual support/ lifting of patients and equipment safely and efficiently
- Ability to work using own initiative but also to know when to seek assistance and guidance.
- Proven ability to assess clinical situations and act appropriately
Desirable
- Proven ability to assess clinical situations and act appropriately
Experience
Essential
- Clinical experience and a sound knowledge of NHS hospital protocols and practices, minimum 18 months post qualification
- Able to demonstrate extensive clinical experience and knowledge of a wide range of MRI and radiographic procedures
- Experience with handling contrast media reactions
- Experience of MRI workloads in busy NHS hospital
- Familiar with fault finding and equipment management within a technological reliant workplace.
- Quality Assurance programme (QA) involvement.
- Recognition of the role played by other specialities in patient healthcare.
- Detailed understanding of radiation protection, associated regulations and application in practice
Desirable
- Previous supervisory experience
Personal and people development
Essential
- Personal and people development
- Deal calmly and politely with members of hospital staff who are working in areas of extreme pressure
- To assist less experienced staff & students when in imaging and help attending students in their training and development
- Maintain continued professional development as required by HCPC
Communication
Essential
- Good written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills.
- Consistently demonstrates a friendly, professional attitude and approach in the workplace
- Good empathic skills and the ability to manage issues in a caring, compassionate, and considerate manner
- Able to communicate with all ages, disabilities, and cultures
- To be able to support distressed patients and carers.
- Good understanding of health and safety requirements
- Good understanding of health and safety requirements
- Ability to work across disciplines and with a wide range of professional groups.
- Keep all records up to date in a clear, accurate and concise manner on a day-to-day basis
- Keep all records up to date in a clear, accurate and concise manner on a day-to-day basis
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- .BSc (Hons) Radiography, DCR(D) Diploma of the College of Radiographers or equivalent
- Health and Care Professions Council Registration
- Evidence of a sound level of computer literacy (MS Teams, word, outlook, power point and excel)
- Familiarity with hospital information systems (HIS), radiology information systems (RIS) and picture archiving communications systems (PACS)
- Knowledge of a wide range of diagnostic imaging procedures
- Evidence of keeping informed of the current MRI imaging techniques and practices
- Knowledge of relevant national imaging standards (e.g., IR(ME)R 2017, IRR '17 and associated codes of practice)
Desirable
- Possesses 6-month post qualification knowledge and experience as a radiographer.
- UK radiographer work experience
Skills
Essential
- Team player who can also work independently
- Methodical with good organizational and time management skills
- Able to prioritize and to cope in distressing and pressurized circumstances
- High level of self-motivation and ability to learn and develop
- Logical approach to problem solving
- Ability to work to agreed protocols and standards of good practice
- Flexible attitude to service provision and enthusiasm for change
- Ability to cope with the physical demands of the role which will include manual support/ lifting of patients and equipment safely and efficiently
- Ability to work using own initiative but also to know when to seek assistance and guidance.
- Proven ability to assess clinical situations and act appropriately
Desirable
- Proven ability to assess clinical situations and act appropriately
Experience
Essential
- Clinical experience and a sound knowledge of NHS hospital protocols and practices, minimum 18 months post qualification
- Able to demonstrate extensive clinical experience and knowledge of a wide range of MRI and radiographic procedures
- Experience with handling contrast media reactions
- Experience of MRI workloads in busy NHS hospital
- Familiar with fault finding and equipment management within a technological reliant workplace.
- Quality Assurance programme (QA) involvement.
- Recognition of the role played by other specialities in patient healthcare.
- Detailed understanding of radiation protection, associated regulations and application in practice
Desirable
- Previous supervisory experience
Personal and people development
Essential
- Personal and people development
- Deal calmly and politely with members of hospital staff who are working in areas of extreme pressure
- To assist less experienced staff & students when in imaging and help attending students in their training and development
- Maintain continued professional development as required by HCPC
Communication
Essential
- Good written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills.
- Consistently demonstrates a friendly, professional attitude and approach in the workplace
- Good empathic skills and the ability to manage issues in a caring, compassionate, and considerate manner
- Able to communicate with all ages, disabilities, and cultures
- To be able to support distressed patients and carers.
- Good understanding of health and safety requirements
- Good understanding of health and safety requirements
- Ability to work across disciplines and with a wide range of professional groups.
- Keep all records up to date in a clear, accurate and concise manner on a day-to-day basis
- Keep all records up to date in a clear, accurate and concise manner on a day-to-day basis
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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
