MRI Cardiac Radiographer

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust; Epsom and Ewell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Epsom seeks a part-time MRI Cardiac Radiographer to manage cardiac MRI imaging workflows. The successful candidate will perform high-quality cardiac MRI scans and general MRI examinations, training junior staff in techniques. Extensive MRI experience and knowledge of Siemens systems is essential. The role includes collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and quality service delivery. This position will be part of an established hospitals group serving a large patient population.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in MRI imaging including cardiac MRI.
• Ability to provide training and support to junior staff.
• Adherence to clinical governance and MRI safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Manage cardiac MRI imaging workflow efficiently.
• Train and support junior radiographers in cardiac MRI.
• Ensure all clinical governance and safety protocols are followed.

Skills

MRI imaging workflow management

Cardiac MRI techniques

General MRI examinations

Patient safety and comfort

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Experience with Siemens MRI systems

Comprehensive MRI experience

Job description

We are seeking to recruit highly motivated and experienced MRI Cardiac Radiographer with Siemens Experience. The post holder would need to be flexible, adaptable to change, prepared to embrace workforce developments and contribute to efficient service delivery through the highest standards of safe, kind and compassionate care.

The post holder will work closely with the MRI Lead and Cardiology Lead to develop the service. You will also play a key role in setting up the new cardiac MRI service, so in depth knowledge is essential. We are currently refurbishing the Epsom MRI unit and will have a Siemens Sola 1.5T installed in the Summer. We also have GE 1.5T Artist.

Part time – 30 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the cardiac MRI imaging workflow efficiently to meet clinical demands and patient needs.
• Providing specialist training and support to junior radiographers and other staff in cardiac MRI techniques.
• Adhering strictly to all clinical governance, health and safety, and MRI safety protocols.
• Demonstrating comprehensive knowledge and competency in all aspects of MRI examinations, in addition to specialist cardiac MRI.
• Ensuring accurate documentation and image quality control for diagnostic purposes.
• Participating in continuous professional development and contributing to service improvement initiatives.

In addition to your cardiac MRI expertise, this role requires you to perform general MRI examinations, making comprehensive MRI experience essential. As a Band 7 Cardiac MRI Radiographer, you will be responsible for performing high-quality cardiac MRI scans while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and dignity throughout each procedure. You will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team—including cardiologists, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals—to provide accurate and timely imaging that supports diagnostic decision-making.

St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George’s Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC). After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.

This advert closes on Tuesday 20 Jan 2026.