Senior BANK MRI Radiographer | The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

The Hillingdon Hospital; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Bank MRI Radiographer to deliver high-quality MRI services. The role involves maintaining MRI service standards, training staff, and ensuring strict safety protocols. Strong communication skills and proficiency in advanced MRI techniques are essential. This position promises dynamic involvement in patient care and clinical judgments to optimize imaging results.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering high-quality MRI services.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, even under stress.
• Proficiency in MRI scanning techniques and image quality maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain efficient MRI services and ensure patient safety.
• Independently perform advanced MRI studies and interpret scans.
• Communicate complex information and collaborate with medical teams.

Job description

Overview

As a Senior Bank MRI Radiographer at The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, you will be part of a skilled team delivering high-quality MRI services using Siemens Sola and Aera scanners.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an efficient, effective, and high-quality MRI service daily.
• Communicate complex information to patients, especially in stressful or challenging situations.
• Provide specialist advice on available services and relevant contact information.
• Maintain high standards of MRI scanning techniques and image quality.
• Independently perform advanced MRI studies.
• Interpret scans and apply clinical judgment to optimise imaging and patient outcomes.
• Train staff in all MRI techniques, including advanced and dynamic studies.
• Ensure high standards of patient care and safety.
• Enforce strict MRI safety protocols for all individuals in the MRI environment.
• Maintain equipment care and report issues to the MRI Superintendent Radiographer.
• Cannulate and administer IV contrast media and Buscopan.
• Report scanner issues directly to the manufacturer when necessary.
• Coordinate GA lists with admin staff and Consultant Anaesthetists.
• Liaise with patients and referring teams to assess MRI safety.
• Collaborate with the MRI Superintendent to develop and revise scanning protocols.
• Communicate effectively with patients and colleagues to ensure robust service delivery.
• Cannulate adult patients in accordance with Trust policy.
• Participate in departmental quality assurance programmes.
• Report equipment faults/incidents to maintenance providers and inform lead radiographers.
• Notify lead radiographers of low stock levels.

This advert closes on Monday 3 Nov 2025.