Band 7 MRI Radiographer

Royal Free Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking enthusiastic Band 7 MRI Radiographers to join the Radiology team at the Royal Free Hospital, covering 18.75 hours per week on a part-time basis. The post provides opportunity to work with four Siemens MRI systems, contribute to a busy extended-hours service, and engage in CPD and advanced practice while delivering high-quality imaging and patient care.

Applicants should have postgraduate MRI training and HCPC registration, with NHS experience and

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and organizational skills with a patient-centred approach.
• NHS experience and HCPC registration are essential.
• Post graduate MRI training and ACSP CPD encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an extended hours 7-day MRI service in the Royal Free MRI Department.
• Manage patient flow, protocolling MRI requests, and booking complex cases.
• Support CPD and opportunities for further training and development.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Patient-centered care

Education

DCR (R) or BSc Diagnostic Radiography

HCPC registration

IV Cannulation Certificate

Post Graduate Certificate in MRI

Tools

PACS

RIS

Job description

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Main area Radiography Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Permanent: Part time 18.75 hours per week Hours Part time - 18.75 hours per week Job ref 391-RFL-8270189

Site Royal Free Hospital, Hampstead Town London Salary £58,133 - £65,261 per annum inclusive of HCAS (pro rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 09/11/2026 23:59

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.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a set of technology that can perform various tasks that typically required human intelligence. Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, it’s important that examples and responses genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. Further guidance can be found in the NLPSS Applicant Toolkit https://royalfree.pagetiger.com/cuuomnr/1 .

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We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Band 7 MRI Radiographers to join the Radiology team at the Royal Free Hospital, to cover part time at 22.5 hours per week. This post would be well suited for an MRI radiographer with accredited post graduate training in MRI and those who are working in MRI as senior radiographers.

Education and training are key elements of MRI competence and are prioritized within the department.

The ideal candidate must have excellent communication and organizational skills, and a team and patient cantered 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 is currently undergoing a project to redevelop the department. Having 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 an extended hours 7-day service in the MRI Department at the Royal Free. They will use specialized knowledge and expertise to produce high quality images to assist in diagnosis and treatment, while demonstrating high standards of care.

The post-holder will ensure patient flow in the Trust by actively managing the flow of emergency and inpatient workload. They will be expected to carry out protocolling of MRI requests, checking of conditional devices and aid in the booking of complex cases.

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. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Personal Specification documents, for details of main responsibilities.

Person specification

Education & professional Qualifications

• DCR (R) or BSc Diagnostic Radiography
• HCPC registration
• IV Cannulation Certificate
• Post Graduate Certificate in MRI

Royal Free World Class Values

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Experience

• NHS experience
• Knowledge and experience with NHS Targets and Care pathways
• Experience in specialised imaging techniques such as CT, Interventional
• 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 of performing Quality Assurance tests and management of a robust QA program

Skills and aptitudes

• 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
• IV Cannulation experience and administration of Contrast

Personal Qualities & attributes

• 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 carers using empathy and tact
• Ability to approach disputes and disagreements in a calm and objective manner

Others

• Presentable appearance
• 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
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Applications are welcome from people wishing to job share or work flexible patterns. We are committed to equal opportunities.

Please be advised that due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and ensure you investigate alternative accommodation for your arrival.

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