WBCH_Band_7 MR Clinical Lead

The successful applicant will provide clinical leadership within the MRI service, supporting the safe, effective and efficient delivery of high-quality, patient-centred imaging across the Community Diagnostic Centre at West Berkshire Community Hospital and, where required, the Royal Berkshire Hospital.

Working closely with the MRI Leads, Consultant Radiologists and the Radiology Management Team, the post holder will provide expert clinical support, lead referral vetting, optimise MRI protocols and promote best practice in MRI safety and governance. They will ensure high standards of patient care, image quality and compliance with Trust, professional and national standards.

The role includes supervising, mentoring and developing MRI staff, supporting education, competency assessment, appraisal and clinical governance, while driving continuous quality improvement and service development.

Applicants must demonstrate excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands, make sound clinical decisions and work effectively both independently and within a multidisciplinary team. Participation in extended service hours, including evenings and weekends, is required.

Applications are invited from experienced HCPC-registered Diagnostic Radiographers with significant MRI experience who are committed to delivering clinical excellence, supporting colleagues and continually improving the MRI service.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced MRI Radiographer to provide clinical leadership within the MRI service. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day running of the department, provide expert clinical guidance, lead on referral vetting and protocol optimisation, and work closely with the MRI Leads and Radiology Management Team to ensure the delivery of a safe, effective and patient-centred service.

Applicants must have significant post-registration MRI experience, excellent clinical knowledge, and the leadership skills to support and develop colleagues while driving continuous service improvement.

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