Join us as we expand our MRI service with a significant investment in cutting-edge technology.This is an exciting opportunity to join Alliance Medical as we expand our MRI service with the launch of a brand-new GE SIGNA™ Voyager 1.5T scanner at The Turner Diagnostic Centre, Colchester.
As part of our experienced and supportive MRI team, you'll work with one of the most diverse scanner fleets in the region, including our new GE SIGNA™ Voyager 1.5T, existing GE 1.5T and 3T, Siemens Aera 1.5T, and Philips Ambition X 1.5T. You'll also have the opportunity to support our satellite service in Clacton, giving you exposure to a varied and rewarding caseload across multiple sites.
This is more than just a new scanner—it's an opportunity to be part of an ambitious and growing service. We have exciting plans for future expansion, including the potential introduction of Cardiac MRI, making this an ideal role for Radiographers looking to broaden their expertise. If you have previous Cardiac MRI experience, we'd love to hear about it in your application.
At Alliance Medical, we're passionate about investing in our people. Whether you're looking to develop advanced clinical skills, progress into specialist practice, or take the next step in your career, we'll work with you to create a personalised development pathway that supports your professional ambitions.
The service operates Monday to Friday, 7:00am–8:30pm, and Saturday and Sunday, 7:00am–7:00pm, with a 40-hour rota. Participation in our on-call service is also required.
We're recruiting throughout the advertising period and will be interviewing suitable candidates as applications are received. We encourage you to apply early, as we may close the vacancy once the right candidates have been identified.
You will be working with a dedicated team of Senior Radiographers/Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners, HCAs, and administrative staff. You will report to the Unit Manager but will also have support from an MRI manager and clinical leads
As a Radiographer at Alliance Medical you will be responsible for adhering to protocol and procedures to produce high quality images and an exceptional standard of patient and customer care. Our focus is on teamwork and working together to provide the best service for all in an environment that encourages learning, development and support.
We're looking for a passionate MRI Radiographer who takes pride in delivering exceptional patient care and enjoys working as part of a supportive, forward-thinking team. You'll be confident performing a wide range of MRI examinations, thrive in a busy clinical environment, and be motivated to continually develop your skills.
This role is ideal for someone with around 1–2 years of MRI experience who is looking to build on their existing knowledge while working with a diverse range of MRI systems and contributing to the growth of an expanding service.
To succeed in this role, you'll have:
- HCPC registration.
- Around 1–2 years of MRI experience, with the ability to perform a broad range of routine MRI examinations.
- A patient-centred approach, with a genuine commitment to delivering outstanding care and an excellent patient experience.
- IV cannulation skills, or a willingness to undertake training (training will be provided where required).
- Evidence of clinical competency.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with patients, colleagues and referrers.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a busy environment.
- A flexible, proactive approach and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the confidence to use your initiative when required.
- Good IT skills and experience of working with digital imaging systems.
Alliance Medical are Europe’s leading independent provider of imaging services.
We combine service excellence and innovative imaging technologies to improve patient care and support NHS and independent organisations with their ongoing imaging requirements. Our approach has delivered consistent company growth for more than 30 years.
We live by our company values to ensure the highest level of patient care:
Our Values
Leaders, managers, and supervisors have a particular responsibility to be role models in terms of how they demonstrate these values themselves and how they engage their teams to work in this way.
Collaboration:
We work together and in partnership for all our patients. We respect expertise and combine it to achieve more.
Excellence:
We never compromise. We strive to deliver the very best in everything we do to ensure the highest quality of care. We treat our patients and each other with compassion, dignity and respect.
Learning:
Knowledge and understanding comes from learning. At Alliance Medical we are committed to ensuring that each and every one of us keeps on learning and that we continuously look for improved ways of working.
Efficiency:
Efficiency in healthcare means more patients get better care. We constantly seek new ways to use the scarce resource of healthcare more intelligently so that more people can live longer, fuller lives.
Openness:
We act with transparency and honesty in everything we do, where staff are encouraged to speak up to ensure a safe and secure environment for our patients.
