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MRI Lead Radiographer

Nuffield Health

Bournemouth, BH1 1RW

Salary

Negotiable

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

23 September 2026

23 days left

Job description

Lead Radiographer Bournemouth Hospital | Radiology | Permanent | Full Time | Up to £50,000 per annum depending on experience 37.5 hours per week At Nu...

As our Lead Radiographer , you will

Provide clinical leadership within a highly specialised area.

You will participate in departmental QA, audit and all aspects of mandatory training as well.

As a clinical lead you will enjoy scoping to develop policies and procedures.

Deputise and support Radiology Manager.

Supervise and develop other members of staff, inlcuding to mentor students and perceptees.

Work in partnership supporting practitioners and other departments around the hospital.

See each patient as an individual and carry out this role with understanding and empathy.

Excellent communication and team working abilities.

MRI Lead Radiographer

Bournemouth Hospital | Radiology | Permanent | Full Time |

Competitive salary depending on experience

37.5 hours per week

We are looking for an experienced Lead Radiographer who will be responsible for the operational management of a part of the diagnostic imaging department ensuring the delivery of high-quality imaging services, and / or to be a speciality lead in a clinical area such as MRI, CT mammography, whilst supporting the Radiology Manager. You will have the relevant specialist knowledge with previous people management experience, good communication and IT skills, to help us build a healthier nation as a Lead Radiographer at our Bournemouth Hospital.

The Radiology department is a growing and busy department covering general radiographic procedures, theatre, ultrasound, Mammography and MRI. You will undertake a wide range of duties in helping to run the day to day running of a radiology service as well as participating in clinical work.

You hold a BSC degree in diagnostic radiography (or equivalent), a postgraduate qualification and be HCPC registered. With a working knowledge of IRMER, IRR and be able to undertake audits. Radiation Protection Supervisor training/qualification would be desirable.

As our Lead Radiographer , you will

  • Provide clinical leadership within a highly specialised area.
  • You will participate in departmental QA, audit and all aspects of mandatory training as well.
  • As a clinical lead you will enjoy scoping to develop policies and procedures.
  • Deputise and support Radiology Manager.
  • Supervise and develop other members of staff, inlcuding to mentor students and perceptees.
  • Work in partnership supporting practitioners and other departments around the hospital.
  • See each patient as an individual and carry out this role with understanding and empathy.
  • Excellent communication and team working abilities.

To Succeed as a Lead Radiographer, you will:

  • Significant post qualification experience in MRI. Training in advanced MRI techniques including cardiac MRI.
  • Experience in a management position in an operational or service management capacity.
  • Experience of dealing with challenging situations.
  • Excellent team working, organisational and leadership skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to manage staff effectively
  • Well-developed analytical skills and innovative problem solving abilities.
  • Possess mature judgement and decision-making skills.
  • Exceptional Patient Care
  • Awareness of budgetary implications and commercial impact
  • Detailed understanding of Clinical Governance.
  • MRI Safety Qualification preferable.

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. Here, you can choose from a range of fitness, lifestyle, health and fitness wellbeing rewards, such as free gym membership, health assessments, retail discounts and pension options.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

Applications will be considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close adverts early, for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications. Therefore, please apply early to ensure you are considered for the post.

It starts with you.

Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital

At Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital we aim to provide the highest level of private healthcare, offering a wide range of first-class medical and surgical services. We also attract many of Dorset's leading consultant surgeons and physicians. Our hospital is conveniently located close to Bournemouth's town centre on Lansdowne Road. We offer the very latest medical facilities and technology, including state of the art diagnostic equipment. We have a special focus in the areas of orthopaedics, cosmetic surgery, diagnostic scanning, and men's/women's health.

Qualifications

Essential

  • You hold a BSC degree in diagnostic radiography (or equivalent), a postgraduate qualification and be HCPC registered. With a working knowledge of IRMER, IRR and be able to undertake audits. Radiation Protection Supervisor training/qualification would be desirable.

Experience

Essential

  • Significant post qualification experience in MRI. Training in advanced MRI techniques including cardiac MRI.
  • Experience in a management position in an operational or service management capacity.
  • Experience of dealing with challenging situations.
  • Excellent team working, organisational and leadership skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to manage staff effectively
  • Well-developed analytical skills and innovative problem solving abilities.
  • Possess mature judgement and decision-making skills.
  • Exceptional Patient Care
  • Awareness of budgetary implications and commercial impact
  • Detailed understanding of Clinical Governance.
  • MRI Safety Qualification preferable.

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

26 August 2026

Last checked

28 August 2026

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