Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

MRI Radiographer

The closing date is 21 May 2025

Job summary

Can you bring your dedication and positivity to Cheshire? We are an enthusiastic and experienced team, continually striving to improve patients' experience with dignity and respect for all.

Due to promotion within the MRI department, we are seeking a highly motivated, qualified and experienced radiographer to join our friendly, dedicated team.

The ideal candidate will require a minimum of two years full time MRI experience but trainees are always welcome to apply. A requirement to work independently, with initiative is essential. The successful candidate must also be able to work fluidly as part of the MRI team to optimise workflow. Successful candidates must have a degree or equivalent qualification in Diagnostic Radiography and be registered with the HCPC.

Main duties of the job

The MRI department at Leighton Hospital offers a comprehensive range of examinations including cardiac, small bowel, neurology, musculoskeletal, oncology, abdominal and breast imaging. The department currently houses two Siemens Aera, 1.5T scanners and a third, state of the art Siemens Sola, 1.5T MRI scanner.

The hours for this post are 37.5 hours per week, this will include evening, weekends and bank holidays on a rotational basis. There is also a possibility of part time hours.

We offer an attractive benefits package including an excellent pension scheme, gym membership, discounts on days out and many other incentives.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond.

The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.

We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.

The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.

The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.

At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.

Details

Date posted

08 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

Depending on experience pa, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

412-DCSS-7164317

Job locations

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Leighton Hospital

Middlewich Rd

Crewe

CW1 4QJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder should be a qualified radiographer, previous MR experience is essential. The aim is to produce high quality imaging and provide excellent patient care. Participation in a rotational scheme of work across three MRI scanners within the trust is integral to the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder should be a qualified radiographer, previous MR experience is essential. The aim is to produce high quality imaging and provide excellent patient care. Participation in a rotational scheme of work across three MRI scanners within the trust is integral to the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • HCPC
  • DCR or BSc in Radiography
  • Minimum of 12-24 months Clinical NHS experience

Desirable

  • Previous MRI experience
  • Evidence of CPD

Skills

Essential

  • Good communication
  • Computer Literate

Desirable

  • Key knowlege of current Trust values and behaviours
  • CPD evidence

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of MRI principles

Desirable

  • CPD portfolio
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • HCPC
  • DCR or BSc in Radiography
  • Minimum of 12-24 months Clinical NHS experience

Desirable

  • Previous MRI experience
  • Evidence of CPD

Skills

Essential

  • Good communication
  • Computer Literate

Desirable

  • Key knowlege of current Trust values and behaviours
  • CPD evidence

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of MRI principles

Desirable

  • CPD portfolio

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Leighton Hospital

Middlewich Rd

Crewe

CW1 4QJ


Employer's website

https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Leighton Hospital

Middlewich Rd

Crewe

CW1 4QJ


Employer's website

https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Deputy MRI Lead Radiographer

Alicia Cassidy

alicia.cassidy@mcht.nhs.uk

01270612505

Details

Date posted

08 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

Depending on experience pa, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

412-DCSS-7164317

Job locations

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Leighton Hospital

Middlewich Rd

Crewe

CW1 4QJ


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