MRI Lead Radiographer

Up to £60,000 DOE · UK-based candidates only

The opportunity

We're working exclusively with a well-established independent medical imaging provider to recruit an experienced MRI Lead Radiographer. Based at a key diagnostic centre in Brighton with responsibility across satellite sites, this is a senior role combining clinical excellence with service leadership.

You'll oversee the day-to-day running of MRI services, manage a team of radiographers, and work closely with the Centre Manager to drive service development and training. A fantastic opportunity for an experienced MRI practitioner ready to step up — or consolidate — in a leadership capacity.

What you'll be doing

Performing a wide range of MRI scans autonomously across diverse patient groups, including in the absence of a radiologist

Managing and developing the radiographers working within and rotating through the MRI service

Organising daily workload, optimising appointment scheduling, and coordinating equipment maintenance

Producing monthly and annual service performance reports and liaising with clinicians on scan referrals

Supporting service development and training across the Brighton centre and satellite sites

What we're looking for

BSc Diagnostic Radiography (or DCR equivalent) with current HCPC registration

Significant post-qualification MRI experience with a strong cross-sectional imaging background

Cannulation qualification

Previous experience in a management or service leadership role

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential — multi-site role)

Based in the UK (essential for consideration)

Salary & benefits

Salary

Up to £60,000 DOE

Annual leave

Up to 35 days

Other perks

Pension · Healthcare · Parking

Salary dependent on experience. Staff pension scheme, private health care plan, and free on-site parking included.

Interested?

Apply via the link below or reach out directly. We'd love to hear from you — send your CV along with a brief note on your MRI experience and any leadership background.

Closing date: 1 June 2026 — don't leave it late.

Pulse AHP acts as an employment agency for permanent roles. Candidates must be based in the UK and hold a valid HCPC registration to be considered. This vacancy is being recruited on behalf of our client — full details will be shared upon application

Lead MRI Radiographer

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