Advanced Practice Radiographer – MR Brain Reporting Training Post: Sponsorship Available

The Christie NHS FT

Job summary

Are you ready to embark on an exciting career opportunity at one of the world’s leading cancer treatment centres? The Christie Hospital is seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as an MR Reporting Radiographer. If you’re passionate about advancing healthcare, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and eager to work in a dynamic and innovative environment, this role is for you.As one of the largest cancer centres in Europe we are committed to pushing boundaries and improving outcomes for patients through cutting-edge technology and ground-breaking research. Join us and be part of an extraordinary team that is transforming the landscape of cancer treatment.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated MR Radiographer to join our established team of reporting Radiographers as our first MR reporting Radiographer. You will attend University to undertake a postgraduate qualification in MR brain reporting, supported by a Consultant Radiologist mentor. Following successful completion of the qualification and preceptorship period, you will autonomously interpret and report MR brain scans in patients with first presentation brain metastasis.As a senior member of the MR team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of our MR service. You will support the MR Lead in developing a team of talented Radiographers, ensuring the provision of high-quality care across 4 scanners.

Main duties of the job

MAIN DUTIES:o Autonomously interpret and report MR brain scans in patients with first presentation brain metastasis.o Provide leadership and guidance to a team of radiographers, promoting their professional growth and development.o Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support accurate and timely diagnosis and treatment planning.o Drive the implementation of new technologies and techniques, staying at the forefront of advancements in MR radiography.o Participate in departmental audits, research projects and quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery.REQUIREMENTS:o BSc in Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent)o Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)o Evidence of postgraduate studyo Strong background in MR imagingo Ability to use own initiative, analyse and solve problems and make decisionso Ability to build, maintain and develop effective working relationships inside and outside the Trusto Extensive technical knowledge of MR in a clinical oncology settingo Understanding of the hazards posed by the magnetic field and radiofrequencies in the MR environmento Commitment to continuous professional development and staying up to date with industry advancements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Diploma of the College of Radiographers
  • BSc in Radiography, or equivalent.
  • HCPC registration as a Diagnostic Radiographer
  • Evidence of postgraduate study

Desirable

  • PgCert MRI
  • IHP GCP training
  • Radiographic reporting qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Significant clinical MRI experience
  • Experience of teaching and facilitating the learning and development of others
  • Experience of clinical audit

Desirable

  • Experience in clinical trials, research and developments
  • Experience of managing staff
  • Experience managing patients who present with acute oncology symptoms

Skills

Essential

  • Multidisciplinary team working
  • Use of MRI for a wide variety of examinations
  • Ability to use own initiative, analyse and solve problems, and make decisions
  • Ability to build, maintain and develop effective working relationships inside and outside the Trust

Desirable

  • Data analysis
  • Research skills
  • Presentation skills

Knowledge

Essential

  • Extensive technical knowledge of MR in a clinical oncology setting
  • Personal development plan with on-going CPD portfolio
  • Understanding of the hazards posed by the magnetic field and radiofrequencies in the MR environment
  • MDA guidelines for MRI, Health & Safety, COSHH & other relevant regulations governing radiographic clinical practice, as well as an understanding of the local rules.
  • Understanding of risk assessments

Desirable

  • Knowledge of patient imaging pathways in an oncology setting

Values

Essential

  • Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

Other

Essential

  • Reliability
  • Ability to work flexibly

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).

Closing Date: 4 November 2026

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