MRI Team Lead

Candidate Experience site; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days leave

Pension scheme

Spire rewards

Wellness screening

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Onsite parking

Job summary

Spire Murrayfield Hospital in Edinburgh is seeking an experienced MRI Team Leader to oversee the MRI service within the Imaging Department on a full-time basis.

You will lead a skilled radiography team, ensure high-quality imaging and patient care, and drive service improvements while maintaining clinical governance and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Diagnostic Radiography (BSc Hons) and HCPC registered.
• Minimum of 5 years MRI experience.
• Experience leading or mentoring a radiography team.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operational delivery of the MRI service with high standards of patient care and imaging quality.
• Benchmark MRI practices and implement best practices.
• Provide expert advice on MRI imaging techniques and protocols.
• Develop and assess MRI staff through training and competency reviews.
• Collaborate with Radiology Manager to grow the MRI service and improve patient experience.

Skills

MRI leadership

MRI techniques

Clinical governance

Mentoring

Strategic thinking

Education

BSc in Diagnostic Radiography

Tools

PACS

MRI sequences

Job description

Radiology Team Leader - MRI | Imaging Department | Competitive Salary plus Excellent Benefits | Spire Murrayfield Hospital | Edinburgh | Full Time

Spire Murrayfield Hospital has an exciting opportunity for an MRI Team Leader to join our Imaging Department on a full-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced MRI Radiographer who is ready to take the next step into a leadership role, overseeing our MRI service while further developing their career within a supportive and progressive healthcare environment.

Our dedicated team is committed to delivering exceptional patient care, providing a wide range of specialist services to patients across Edinburgh and beyond. As MRI Team Leader, you will play a key role in maintaining high clinical standards, supporting and developing colleagues, and ensuring the delivery of a professional, patient-focused MRI service.

We are looking for a motivated and experienced radiographer with strong MRI expertise, proven leadership capability, a commitment to quality, and a passion for delivering outstanding patient care. At Spire Healthcare, we put people at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where talented individuals can thrive, supported by a culture of teamwork, professional development, and career progression.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operational delivery of the MRI service, ensuring the highest standards of patient care, safety, and imaging quality.
• Compare current MRI practices, trends, and developments against appropriate benchmarks, ensuring the implementation of best practice.
• Provide expert advice and support on MRI imaging techniques and protocols, using advanced clinical and managerial expertise.
• Support the ongoing development, training, and competency assessment of MRI colleagues, maintaining high standards across the service.
• Work closely with the Radiology Manager to develop and grow the MRI service, identifying opportunities to enhance patient experience and service delivery.
• Agree and deliver clear service objectives and performance targets aligned to departmental and hospital goals.
• Ensure compliance with MRI safety standards, quality assurance processes, and regulatory requirements.

Who We're Looking For

• Degree (BSc Hons) in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent.
• HCPC Registered Radiographer.
• Minimum of 5 years' MRI experience.
• Previous experience leading, mentoring, or supervising a radiography team.
• Advanced MRI knowledge and experience across a range of examinations.
• A willingness to participate in a flexible rota, including evenings, weekends, and on-call duties.
• Passion for delivering exceptional patient care.
• Drive to improve service delivery and develop colleagues.
• Strategic thinker with strong organisational and leadership skills.
• Ability to take ownership and lead service improvements.

Benefits

We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
• 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
• Free Bupa wellness screening
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Free onsite parking

We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.

Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications