Band 8a MRI Modality Lead Radiographer
The closing date is 14 September 2025
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and well-motivated Modality Lead MRI Radiographer to support the delivery of an inclusive and progressive diagnostic MRI imaging service delivering excellence for all, now and for generations to come.
Successful candidates will provide a high-quality service to adults, children and young people using best practice at all times promoting a positive patient and family experience embracing sensitivity to individual patient's needs. We are looking for a like-minded experienced professional to join us and be a part of our team to deliver the transformational change required to achieve our Trust vision to build healthier lives.
The successful candidate will make an important contribution to the care and management of both inpatients and outpatients requiring diagnostic MRI procedures in an acute Trust setting. The individual will work closely with other MRI Modality Leads and the Imaging Site Managers to promote continued development of the service to deliver a high standard of care and positive patient experience whilst being responsive to the needs of other clinical directorates.
We are committed to providing support for continuous professional development including regular opportunities to undertake post graduate qualifications.
The Imaging Directorate provides 24/7 service delivery and has an established track record of service re-design and transformation.
Main duties of the job
As the Leader of the MRI team, you will deliver high standards of care to your staff and patients. You will also be working to build a service that is progressive and responsive to service needs, while being safe and cost effective. You will also lead by example ensuring a close working relationship within your team.
It is important that you can work autonomously and are able to work flexibly using your clinical and managerial expertise to provide a quality MRI service.
You will need to be an experienced radiographer with extensive MRI and managerial experience. You will also need to be dynamic, highly driven, motivated to ensure the delivery of a comprehensive vision for the development of new services for patients.
The successful candidate will also be required to maintain their clinical skills to provide a smooth MRI service. This post is full time and based at Solihull and Good Hope Hospitals but there is an expectation to be able to work across site if required.
The MRI service is a critical core service for the Trust and operates a 24/7 365 day a year service.
You will be expected to influence all related aspects of care and management of patients and staff. You must be able to communicate effectively with a wide range of healthcare professionals and Senior management and be enthusiastic and committed to making a difference, and a commitment to improving practice through on-going personal and professional development
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Details
Date posted
02 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£55,690 to £62,682 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
304-9010928
Job locations
Trustwide
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
West Midlands
B15 2TH
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trustwide
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
West Midlands
B15 2TH
Employer's website
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