Overview
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Principal MRI Radiographer. This senior role requires expert clinical knowledge in MRI, leadership and team management abilities, and a strong commitment to patient‑centred care and service development. A postgraduate certificate in MR imaging is desirable; candidates without this qualification will be required to complete an appropriate postgraduate certificate in MR imaging upon successful appointment.
Qualifications
* Postgraduate certificate in MR imaging (desirable); otherwise completion of an appropriate postgraduate certificate upon appointment.
Responsibilities
This person will be responsible for trust‑wide delivery of the MR service, including the CDC scanning facility, which provides bespoke facilities to support patient pathways.
* Lead the operational delivery of the MRI service, ensuring provision of an efficient imaging service that meets local and national performance targets.
* Act as the departmental lead for MRI, providing expert clinical knowledge, advice, and guidance on complex cases and protocols.
* Manage daily workflow and capacity planning to ensure optimal utilisation of MRI resources, including staff, equipment, and scanner time.
* Develop and implement clinical protocols, working with radiologists and multidisciplinary teams to ensure best practice.
* Provide line management and professional leadership to the MRI radiographers, including appraisals, training, and recruitment.
* Develop a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and high standards of professional practice.
* Support and mentor junior staff and students, ensuring adherence to professional standards and Trust values.
* Take a lead role in clinical governance and risk management for the MRI service, including incident reporting, audit, policy development, and compliance with Health & Safety legislation.
* Ensure robust systems are in place to maintain equipment safety, infection control, and patient safeguarding.
* Work collaboratively with the Radiology Manager and senior colleagues to develop and implement service improvement plans, including business cases, capital equipment procurement, and future workforce planning.
* Contribute to strategic discussions around service redesign, digital innovation, and integration with the wider imaging network.
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