MRI Radiographer

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Swindon; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Swindon seeks a motivated MRI Radiographer to join the team. This role involves providing high-quality MRI services and working collaboratively with a focus on patient care. Candidates should possess a BSc in Radiography, HCPC registration, and relevant NHS experience. This position offers a salary between £38,682 and £46,580 per annum plus a 5% recruitment and retention premium.

Qualifications

• Experience in a modality required.
• Up to date knowledge of general imaging techniques.
• Previous MRI experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the provision of an efficient MRI service.
• Provide a high quality diagnostic service in a professional team.
• Carry out a full range of MRI procedures and maintain patient care.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative work

Flexible approach

Education

BSc(Hons) Radiography

DCR(D) Diploma of the College of Radiographers

HCPC registration

Job description

MRI Radiographer

The closing date is 11 December 2025

Are you a motivated, passionate, and ambitious Radiographer ready to make a real impact? Ready for the next leap in your professional journey? Look no further! Join our MRI team and elevate your career at The Great Western Hospital where you can hone your skills in a dynamic and evolving modality.

This is a fantastic opportunity for established Radiographers with NHS experience looking to increase their knowledge and work with state‑of‑the‑art equipment which currently includes a 5% recruitment and retention premium.

You should enjoy working collaboratively to provide the best possible care for our patients at all times. You will need excellent communication skills and have a flexible approach to work, as participation in extended working hours including evenings and weekends is essential.

Main duties of the job

• To assist in the provision of an efficient MRI service.
• To work as part of a professional radiography team providing a high quality diagnostic service.
• To carry out a full range of MRI procedures to the agreed standards of the department.
• To maintain a sensitive and courteous approach to patients.
• To develop and improve professional expertise via continuous professional development.
• To maintain a safe working environment within the MRI department.
• To communicate effectively in order to ensure the smooth running of the service.

The is a very exciting time to join the MRI team!

If you would like to find out more please get in touch with our MRI Superintendent, Poorni Ravichandran on 01793 605392.

About us

Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• BSc(Hons) Radiography, DCR(D) Diploma of the College of Radiographers or equivalent.
• Displays evidence of CPD activities
• HCPC registration
• Relevant study day attendance

Experience

• Experience in a modality
• Up to date knowledge of general imaging techniques.
• Experience of working unsupervised.
• Awareness of clinical governance issue in relation to patient care.
• Knowledge of developments within the profession
• Previous MRI experience
• Previous experience at NHS Band 6 level
• Experience of training staff and students

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.

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

£38,682 to £46,580 a yearper annum, pro rata + 5% RRP