Senior MRI Radiographer in Slough

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 are responsible for ensuring our patients receive the best standard of care, generating high-quality images as part of their pathway. We are looking for a Senior MRI Radiographer to join our MRI Radiography department in Slough.

Main duties of the job:

• 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 take appropriate action.
• Respect and work within patients 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 keep Patient Information Systems accurate and up-to-date.
• 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 statutory and mandatory training requirements.
• Complete competency assessments.

Job responsibilities:

• Hours: Monday-Sunday, 3 x 12-hour shifts between 7 am and 9 pm (typically).
• Location: Slough.
• Start date: March 2026.

What you will do:

• 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 (incident reporting and investigation, audits, personal development, and team meetings).
• Monitoring essential stocks and re-ordering as required.
• Maintaining 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.

Qualifications and experience:

• 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.
• A proven knowledge of the requirements of a radiographer's role regarding the care of patients, their careers and other colleagues.
• A high level of professionalism and technical standard of work.
• Aptitude towards improving quality.
• The ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding of the implications of the Data Protection Act, Caldicott Principles and GDPR.
• A flexible approach to work and able to work across 7 days (Mon-Sun).
• A strong team player attitude, supportive, caring, reliable and trustworthy.
• The ability to be calm when working under pressure and in a busy environment.
• A positive attitude, taking pride in their work and being passionate about the service they provide.

Experience you should have:

• Working with MRI equipment in either a hospital or mobile setting.
• In both routine and complex MRI examinations.
• Cardiac MRI and Advanced Neuro Imaging experience is desirable.
• In different courses such as infection control training, manual handling, basic life support.
• Scanning with contrast.
• In health and safety policies and procedures with imaging equipment.
• Working in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Supporting other members of the team, their development and training.

Additional criteria:

• Refer to advert for further details.
• This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.