Senior MRI Radiographer | University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

University College London Hospital; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious healthcare institution in London seeks a skilled radiographer to perform a variety of MRI scans and provide high-quality diagnostic services. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in CT and desirable skills in MRI scanning. Key responsibilities include collaborating with medical staff and training new radiographers. This role offers the chance to work in a cutting-edge clinical environment dedicated to patient care and education.

Qualifications

• Significant and varied experience as a radiographer.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a variety of MRI scans.
• Provide a high-quality diagnostic MRI service.
• Assist in providing an efficient MRI service.

Skills

Extensive CT experience

MRI scanning

Job description

Overview

This is a wonderful opportunity for a radiographer with significant and varied experience to work in a cutting-edge clinical environment performing a range of MRI scanning. The candidate should have extensive CT experience and MRI experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a wide variety of MRI scans including Neuro, MSK, Upper/Lower GI, Gynaecology, Prostate, Head/Neck MRI, Breast and Whole-Body MRI.
• Provide a high-quality diagnostic MRI service while maintaining a safe working MRI environment.
• Assist in providing an efficient MRI service which will include MRI scanning alongside its associated administration duties.
• Participate in the MRI extended week rota and be motivated to develop MRI skills and abilities.
• Communicate effectively with a patient-centred approach in a clinical range of patient presentations.
• Work with under-graduates, trainee radiologists and trainee MRI radiographers, demonstrating teaching abilities and contributing to education.
• Maintain flexible and pragmatic work practices with exceptional organisational skills to manage a varied workload and ensure safe and clinical practices.

About the Trust

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

Sites and services

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

UCLH commitments

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, with targets of net zero direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

Additional information

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

The MRI Department currently consists of 2 Siemens 3T Vida’s, 4 Siemens 1.5T Avanto’s and 1 Philips Achieva 3T scanners.

This advert closes on Tuesday 14 Oct 2025