MRI Clinical Lead

NHS; Warwick; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding healthcare trust in the UK is looking for a Clinical Lead for MRI to join their Radiology team. This leadership position requires a commitment to clinical excellence and innovation within an Outstanding rated Trust. Tasks include managing the MRI service, leading a team of radiographers, overseeing patient care, and ensuring high standards of service delivery. Applicants should have relevant qualifications and substantial experience in MRI. This full-time role offers a salary band of £55,690 to £62,682, with a permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in MRI services.
• At least 8 years at senior level.
• Health Professions Council Registration.

Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day running of the MRI service.
• Provide professional leadership to the radiography team.
• Assist in formulating new policies to improve service delivery.

Skills

Leadership and teamwork

Teaching and mentoring

Effective verbal and written communication

Decision-making skills

Computer and keyboard skills

Education

BSc(Hons) Radiography

Management qualification

Diploma of the College of Radiographers

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity to shape the future of MRI Imaging in an Outstanding Trust.

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic, forward‑thinking Clinical Lead for MRI to join our dynamic Radiology team. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role in a Trust that has been rated Outstanding by the CQC, with a clear commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and patient‑centred care.

Main duties of the job

• Manage day‑to‑day running of the specialised MRI service.


• Develop the service to ensure optimum use of staffing and equipment.


• Provide professional leadership of the radiography team, ensuring high quality, patient‑focused care.


• Maintain a sensitive and courteous approach to patients.


• Promote continuous professional development of staff.


• Ensure a safe working environment and maintenance of radiographic equipment.


• Rotate to other clinical areas when required based on skill set.


• Maintain DM01 and cancer performance targets.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide professional leadership and management of all radiographers, nursing and support staff.


• Ensure patient‑focused, high quality service delivery with optimal efficiency.


• Assist in forming new policies, procedures and initiatives to improve service delivery across all sites.


• Critically evaluate evidence to define scope and standards of clinical practice.


• Advise others on effective service delivery using specialised knowledge.


• Support a culture where staff can report incidents and learn from complaints and incidents.


• Regularly undertake clinical work within the MRI modality, maintaining DM01/Cancer performance.


• Ensure examinations are carried out to the agreed standard and have in‑depth knowledge of modality‑specific procedures.


• Provide clinical support and supervision to all staff within the imaging department.


• Prioritise workload and facilitate examination booking, taking into account clinical indications.


• Work flexibly and undertake IV injections where required, supervising radiographers.


• Maintain high standards of patient care, comfort and focus at all times.


• Keep accurate patient examination records in line with departmental procedures.


• Liaise and communicate effectively with staff inside and outside the Directorate.


• Ensure departmental processes and booking systems respond to patient, department and Trust needs.


• Manage staff day‑to‑day and maintain up‑to‑date protocols.


• Participate in audit, quality assurance, business case development and procurement activities.


• Lead in investigating complaints in line with Trust policy.


• Drive performance targets – waiting times, turnaround times – and prepare regular activity reports.


• Oversee cost improvement schemes and manage agreed financial budgets.


• Control ordering of equipment and stock to ensure adequate supply.


• Allocate staffing, maintain leave and sickness records, and support recruitment and appraisal processes.


• Provide training and development to consultants, students and staff; ensure mandatory training completion.


• Lead departmental research projects, ensuring funding and resources are available.


• Observe ionising radiation code of practice, adhere to regulations and maintain HCPC registration.


• Report and action clinical and non‑clinical incidents, conduct risk assessments and manage clinical governance.


• Assist clerical staff with booking and handle related duties.


• Participate in extended working hours when required.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• BSc(Hons) Radiography


• Diploma of the College of Radiographers or Equivalent


• Post‑graduate qualification in an appropriate speciality or demonstrated equivalent level of expertise (e.g. Nuclear Medicine / Ultrasound)


• Management qualification or demonstrable management skills


• Health Professions Council Registration

Desirable

• Evidence of continuous professional development

Experience (Essential)

• Significant experience in the specialty


• At least 8 years at senior level


• Management experience


• Organisational experience


• Track record of effective senior level performance


• Up‑to‑date knowledge of imaging technique


• Awareness of clinical governance issues in patient care


• Knowledge of developments within the profession

Skills (Essential)

• Leadership and teamwork


• Teaching and mentoring of students and staff


• Ability to manage time and cope with work pressures


• Service redesign / modernisation skills


• Decision‑making based on knowledge, experience and circumstances


• Initiative and independent thinking


• Effective verbal and written communication


• Computer and keyboard skills


• Maintain accurate and concise records


• Analyse statistics accurately and objectively

Personal Qualities (Essential)

• Fluent English


• Commitment to continuous professional development


• Self‑motivation and ability to motivate others


• Professional attitude and behaviour at all times


• Professional appearance

Other (Essential)

• Flexible working to meet service needs


• Assertiveness, influencing and negotiation skills


• Reliable work record and good health record


• Ability to work across Trust sites

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We encourage all applicants to complete a short survey to help us promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

Pay and Benefits

Band 8a, £55,690 to £62,682 per annum (Agenda for Change), Permanent, Full‑time.

Job location

Warwick Hospital, Lakin Road, Warwick, CV34 5BW.

Employer

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Reference number

203-SS1162

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Applications are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and must undergo Disclosure and Barring Service checks.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered, with further information at the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration

Applicants must hold current UK professional registration.

Employer details

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust, Warwick Hospital, Lakin Road, Warwick, CV34 5BW (Website: https://www.swft.nhs.uk/).