Senior MRI Radiographer

InHealth Group; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

InHealth is seeking a Senior MRI Radiographer for its Eastbourne MRI Radiography department. You will perform MRI procedures to best practice standards and guide patients from referral to results. The role emphasizes quality assurance, safety, and compassionate patient care.

The candidate should have a BSc Radiography, HCPC registration, and a solid understanding of MRI physics and sequences. You will contribute to CPD, safety policies, and training of junior staff.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform MRI procedures to best practice standards.
• Experience in maintaining patient comfort and safety during MRI scans.
• Commitment to ongoing CPD and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Carry out MRI procedures to MHRA/IR(ME)R standards and Code of Practice.
• Provide excellent patient experience from referral to results.
• Run quality assurance checks on MRI equipment and report findings.
• Ensure adherence to patient privacy and safety policies.
• Support bookings and maintain patient information systems.
• Assist placement students and share clinical knowledge.

Skills

MRI techniques

Patient care

CPD

Education

BSc Radiography

HCPC registration

Job description

Hours: Monday-Sunday 3 x 12 hour shifts between 7am and 9pm typically

Location: Eastbourne

InHealth sees more than 5 million patients each year and diagnostic imaging is one of the busiest services that we provide. Our Radiographers are a vital part of the InHealth team and they are responsible for making sure our patients receive the best standard of care, generating high quality images as part of their pathway. We are looking for aSenior MRI Radiographerto join our MRI Radiography department in Eastbourne

What you will do:

• Carry out magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures to best practice standards of radiographic technique (MHRA Guidance 2015, IR(ME)R 2017, Code of Clinical Practice)
• Provide a great experience for patients attending for MRI scanning, supporting them through the process from referral to results
• Run quality assurance checks on equipment and action as appropriate
• Respect and work within patient's and service users' customs, values and spiritual beliefs, making sure their views are sought and taken into account
• Perform triage functions of referrals, as required
• Support patient bookings and make sure Patient Information Systems are maintained with accurate and up-to-date information
• Understand and work in line with our suite of corporate policies supporting personal and clinical safety, including the Health and Safety Policy and Infection Prevention and Control Policy
• Demonstrate safe, effective practice in line with policies and procedures
• Maintain professional competencies and CPD
• Take ownership and fulfil the requirements of any required statutory and mandatory training
• Complete competency assessments
• Assist placement students and other colleagues in the achievement of their learning outcomes
• Share knowledge and clinical expertise

• Carry out magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures to best practice standards of radiographic technique (MHRA Guidance 2015, IR(ME)R 2017, Code of Clinical Practice)
• Provide a great experience for patients attending for MRI scanning, supporting them through the process from referral to results
• Run quality assurance checks on equipment and action as appropriate
• Respect and work within patient's and service users' customs, values and spiritual beliefs, making sure their views are sought and taken into account
• Perform triage functions of referrals, as required
• Support patient bookings and make sure Patient Information Systems are maintained with accurate and up-to-date information
• Understand and work in line with our suite of corporate policies supporting personal and clinical safety, including the Health and Safety Policy and Infection Prevention and Control Policy
• Demonstrate safe, effective practice in line with policies and procedures
• Maintain professional competencies and CPD
• Take ownership and fulfil the requirements of any required statutory and mandatory training
• Complete competency assessments
• Assist placement students and other colleagues in the achievement of their learning outcomes
• Share knowledge and clinical expertise

• Assist placement students and other colleagues in the achievement of their learning outcomes
• Share knowledge and clinical expertise

What are you responsible for:

• Adhering to all operational procedures as outlined by InHealth
• Maintaining a high level of professionalism, customer care, and service provision
• Reporting all incidents and complaints in line with our policies
• Adhering to the requirements of the Data Protection Act
• Ensuring the smooth flow of clinical and administrative work
• Effectively communicating and appropriately responding to all visitors
• Taking part in governance activities i.e. incident reporting and investigation, audits, personal development, and team meetings
• Monitoring essential stocks and re-ordering as requiredMaintaining a clean and safe working environment
• Complying with policies and procedures, including information security and providing a quality service
• Assessing referrals for urgency and compliance with MRI specific patient safety policy
• Providing clinical leadership, supporting the management team
• Leading and supporting colleagues in the absence of the management team

We are looking for someone who has:

• BSc Radiography or equivalent
• Membership of an appropriate professional body and holds a valid registration (HCPC)
• A strong understanding of fundamental MRI physics and different scanning techniques and sequences