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Band 6
Full-time, Part-time

MRI Radiographer

Bristol NHS Foundation TrustBristol Royal Infirmary, Marlborough Street, Bristol, BS28HW, United Kingdom£39,959 - £48,117Closes 24/09/2026

At a glance

Band
Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Posted
10/09/2026
Closes
24/09/2026

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Role summary

This role is for an experienced MRI Radiographer to join the MRI team at Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will deliver a high-quality, patient-centred MRI service for both adult and paediatric patients, with a focus on cardiac MRI. It involves working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and contributing to service development. The role requires participation in extended-day, weekend, and on-call rotas.

Key responsibilities

  • Deliver a comprehensive MRI service for both adult and paediatric patients, producing high-quality diagnostic images.
  • Maintain excellent technical and clinical standards within MRI practice, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
  • Work collaboratively with radiographers, radiologists, medical physics teams, ward staff and other multidisciplinary colleagues.
  • Participate in the development of MRI services, contributing to quality improvement initiatives.
  • Administer contrast agents and undertake IV cannulation in line with departmental protocols.
  • Support and supervise student radiographers and act as a role model for professional practice.

Essential criteria

  • Must hold the Diploma of the Society of Radiographers DCR(R) or BSc Radiography or equivalent
  • Relevant qualification or training and specialist experience in their Modality e.g. Post Graduate Certificate or equivalent management course or working towards it.
  • Must hold a current Health Professions Council (HCPC) Registration Certificate
  • Must have an understanding of relevant Health & Safety at work and Welfare issues, including the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017
  • Must have evidence of completed and planned Continued Professional Development
  • Exercise independent judgement and initiative based on acquired experience and knowledge
  • IV cannulation skills
  • Team member - able to assist radiographers/advanced radiographers with weekend/extended day working.
  • Able to show initiative
  • Excellent IT skills
  • Self-motivated - skilled in time management/prioritisation
  • Experience of working in MRI with an in depth understanding and a sound knowledge of techniques
  • Experience of team working
  • Experience of working in the field of adult and/ or paediatric cardiology
  • Experience of working in the NHS

Useful to know

Band 6 pay context

Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 6 at £37,338 – £44,962 a year, across England.

This advert: £39,959 – £48,117 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.

Application window

Posted 1d ago · Closes in 14d

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Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

MRI Radiographer

The closing date is 24 September 2026

Job summary

We are seeking an experiencedMRI Radiographer to join our MRI team at Bristo NHS Foundation Trust. This role is ideal for a motivated Radiographer with expertise in adult and paediatric MRI imaging, who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care.

You will play a key role in providing a high-quality, patient-centred MRI service across our hospital sites, working closely with the MRI Modality Lead and Band 7 MRI Leads. Experience in Cardiac MRI is essential and support will be available for further development within this specialist area.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 6 MRI Radiographer, you will:

  • Deliver a comprehensive MRI service for both adult and paediatric patients, producing high-quality diagnostic images.
  • Maintain excellent technical and clinical standards within MRI practice, ensuring patient safety and comfort at all times.
  • Work collaboratively with radiographers, radiologists, medical physics teams, ward staff and other multidisciplinary colleagues to support efficient service delivery.
  • Participate in the development of MRI services, contributing to quality improvement initiatives and keeping up to date with advances in MRI practice.
  • Administer contrast agents and undertake IV cannulation in line with departmental protoc

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