MRI LEAD RADIOGRAPHER
| Posting date: | 06 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 March 2026 |
| Location: | Kensington, West London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Bupa |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CROMR1214075 |
Summary
Job Title: MRI Lead Radiographer
Department: Diagnostics MRI
Location: Cromwell Hospital, 164-178 Cromwell Road, Kensington SW5 0TU
Permanent / Contract: Permanent
Salary range: £Competitive (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Full time/part time: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
(3 long days as part of a rolling roster).
Additional Information: The department is open at weekends with shifts allocated on an overtime basis.
Close Date For Applications: 20th March 2026 (23:59pm)
An exciting career opportunity awaits you at the Cromwell Hospital in our newly established imaging department, housing the latest technology which offers attractive professional working environment , and professional development
At Bupa, you can be the Radiographer you want to be. With the autonomy to use your skills and strong benefits to support you, patient care can be your top priority. Building a career in radiography has never been easier, with good hours, you can live a balanced, healthy lifestyle.
Joining Bupa, you'll benefit from access to our state-of-the art Clinical Training Facility, a centre for connected learning, care and careers. This forms part of Bupa Campus, a vibrant new learning initiative which brings us together in virtual and physical spaces across the Bupa globe.
About The Cromwell Hospital
The Cromwell Hospital is a major international private hospital in West London receive both UK and international patients. We are committed to providing the highest quality healthcare outpatient and inpatient service care. The hospital has 180 beds and 4 suites, theatres, medical and surgical wards, cardiac centre, CDU, level 2 and 3 full intensive care facilities, paediatrics, diagnostic services, physiotherapy, a dedicated day surgery unit, and a new cath lab.
Our new modern Radiography department is equipped with the latest state-of-the-art technology to include;
Two general X-Ray rooms
One fluoroscopy suite, which can also be utilised as an additional X-Ray room
One Cone Beam CT scanner
One Bone Density scanner with advanced body composition analysis capabilities
Two state-of-the-art mobile X-Ray units
Four theatre image intensifiers
You’ll help us make health happen by:
As MRI Lead Radiographer, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing day-to-day departmental operations, ensuring high-quality imaging, delivering safe and efficient workflows, and supporting the professional development of the MRI team. This role requires a dynamic, patient-focused leader who can uphold Cromwell Hospital’s reputation for outstanding patient care and clinical excellence.
You will work closely with the MRI Superintendent to:
Lead and coordinate daily clinical activity within a busy MRI environment.
Maintain compliance with MRI safety frameworks (MHRA, Local Rules, SOPs).
Drive quality improvement initiatives and optimise imaging protocols.
Provide expert clinical leadership, training, and mentorship to radiographers.
Contribute to governance, audit programmes, and departmental performance reviews.
Support the introduction and integration of the new 3T MRI service.
Participate in the weekend MRI rota and demonstrate flexibility to meet service demands.
You’ll help us make health happen by
Perform and supervise high‑quality MRI examinations in line with evidence‑based practice.
Ensure safe operation of MRI environments, adhering to MRI safety zones and screening protocols.
Manage staff rotas, workflows, and resources to optimise service efficiency.
Contribute to multidisciplinary meetings (MDTs) and clinical discussions.
Maintain accurate records, ensuring RIS/PACS data integrity.
Support equipment care, quality assurance checks, and fault escalation.
Champion a culture of continuous improvement and collaborative working.
Key Skills / Qualifications;
Essential:
BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or DCR(R).
HCPC registration
Extensive post‑registration MRI experience (minimum 5 years).
Competency in Cardiac MRI.
Cannulation certificate
Strong communication, decision‑making, and leadership skills.
Desirable:
Postgraduate MRI qualifications.
Completion of MRI safety training (e.g., MR Safety Expert/Operator courses).
Philips MRI experience.
Previous people management experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health – from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits. Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more:
Payment of Professional Registration fees
Access to Bupa Campus and our Clinical Training Facility to support your clinical career development
Equivalent to 25 days holiday per year, increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sell
Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind
An enhanced pension plan and life insurance
Support with travel costs via a season ticket loan or cycle2work
Discounted access to online gym sessions through Gympass
Various other benefits and online discounts
Free onsite massages as a recognition for your hard work
Opportunity to participate in our annual awards ceremony
Why Bupa?
We’re a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do.
Department: Diagnostics MRI
Location: Cromwell Hospital, 164-178 Cromwell Road, Kensington SW5 0TU
Permanent / Contract: Permanent
Salary range: £Competitive (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Full time/part time: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
(3 long days as part of a rolling roster).
Additional Information: The department is open at weekends with shifts allocated on an overtime basis.
Close Date For Applications: 20th March 2026 (23:59pm)
An exciting career opportunity awaits you at the Cromwell Hospital in our newly established imaging department, housing the latest technology which offers attractive professional working environment , and professional development
At Bupa, you can be the Radiographer you want to be. With the autonomy to use your skills and strong benefits to support you, patient care can be your top priority. Building a career in radiography has never been easier, with good hours, you can live a balanced, healthy lifestyle.
Joining Bupa, you'll benefit from access to our state-of-the art Clinical Training Facility, a centre for connected learning, care and careers. This forms part of Bupa Campus, a vibrant new learning initiative which brings us together in virtual and physical spaces across the Bupa globe.
About The Cromwell Hospital
The Cromwell Hospital is a major international private hospital in West London receive both UK and international patients. We are committed to providing the highest quality healthcare outpatient and inpatient service care. The hospital has 180 beds and 4 suites, theatres, medical and surgical wards, cardiac centre, CDU, level 2 and 3 full intensive care facilities, paediatrics, diagnostic services, physiotherapy, a dedicated day surgery unit, and a new cath lab.
Our new modern Radiography department is equipped with the latest state-of-the-art technology to include;
Two general X-Ray rooms
One fluoroscopy suite, which can also be utilised as an additional X-Ray room
One Cone Beam CT scanner
One Bone Density scanner with advanced body composition analysis capabilities
Two state-of-the-art mobile X-Ray units
Four theatre image intensifiers
You’ll help us make health happen by:
As MRI Lead Radiographer, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing day-to-day departmental operations, ensuring high-quality imaging, delivering safe and efficient workflows, and supporting the professional development of the MRI team. This role requires a dynamic, patient-focused leader who can uphold Cromwell Hospital’s reputation for outstanding patient care and clinical excellence.
You will work closely with the MRI Superintendent to:
Lead and coordinate daily clinical activity within a busy MRI environment.
Maintain compliance with MRI safety frameworks (MHRA, Local Rules, SOPs).
Drive quality improvement initiatives and optimise imaging protocols.
Provide expert clinical leadership, training, and mentorship to radiographers.
Contribute to governance, audit programmes, and departmental performance reviews.
Support the introduction and integration of the new 3T MRI service.
Participate in the weekend MRI rota and demonstrate flexibility to meet service demands.
You’ll help us make health happen by
Perform and supervise high‑quality MRI examinations in line with evidence‑based practice.
Ensure safe operation of MRI environments, adhering to MRI safety zones and screening protocols.
Manage staff rotas, workflows, and resources to optimise service efficiency.
Contribute to multidisciplinary meetings (MDTs) and clinical discussions.
Maintain accurate records, ensuring RIS/PACS data integrity.
Support equipment care, quality assurance checks, and fault escalation.
Champion a culture of continuous improvement and collaborative working.
Key Skills / Qualifications;
Essential:
BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or DCR(R).
HCPC registration
Extensive post‑registration MRI experience (minimum 5 years).
Competency in Cardiac MRI.
Cannulation certificate
Strong communication, decision‑making, and leadership skills.
Desirable:
Postgraduate MRI qualifications.
Completion of MRI safety training (e.g., MR Safety Expert/Operator courses).
Philips MRI experience.
Previous people management experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health – from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits. Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more:
Payment of Professional Registration fees
Access to Bupa Campus and our Clinical Training Facility to support your clinical career development
Equivalent to 25 days holiday per year, increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sell
Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind
An enhanced pension plan and life insurance
Support with travel costs via a season ticket loan or cycle2work
Discounted access to online gym sessions through Gympass
Various other benefits and online discounts
Free onsite massages as a recognition for your hard work
Opportunity to participate in our annual awards ceremony
Why Bupa?
We’re a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do.
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