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The NHS is seeking a skilled Principal MRI Radiographer to lead the MRI service's day-to-day management. This senior position emphasizes clinical expertise, leadership, and a commitment to patient-centered care, offering an opportunity to enhance service delivery and staff development.
Job summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Principal MRI Radiographer (Band 8a) to lead the day-to-day operational and strategic management of the MRI service. This is a senior role requiring expert clinical knowledge in MRI, leadership and team management abilities, and a strong commitment to patient-centred care and service development.
The post-holder will be responsible for ensuring safe, effective, and efficient delivery of MRI services, supporting innovation and quality improvement, and upholding robust governance and risk management practices.
Main duties of the jobAt the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Details Date posted26 June 2025
Pay schemeAgenda for change
BandBand 8a
Salary£53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum
ContractPermanent
Working patternFull-time
Reference number253-0625-7135552-A
Job locationsRHH
Pensnett road
Dudley
DY12HQ
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Job description Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification Qualifications and Education EssentialThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer nameThe Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
AddressRHH
Pensnett road
Dudley
DY12HQ
https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer nameThe Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
AddressRHH
Pensnett road
Dudley
DY12HQ