Lead Cardiac MRI Radiographer

Bupa Insurance Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health insurer in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Cardiac Radiographer MRI at Cromwell Hospital. This permanent, full-time position requires significant MRI experience and strong communication skills. The role involves day-to-day leadership of the Cardiac MRI service, ensuring a patient-focused service, and leading training programmes. Benefits include access to a Clinical Training Facility, competitive salary, and a supportive working environment. Join us in providing high-quality healthcare.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year

Bupa health insurance

Enhanced pension plan

Season ticket loan

Free onsite massages

Qualifications

• Evidence of ongoing CPD.
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day delivery and leadership of the Cardiac MRI service.
• Collaborate with Consultant Radiologists and the multidisciplinary team.
• Lead and deliver training programmes for MRI staff.
• Ensure a high-quality, patient-focused service.

Skills

Significant MRI experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Decision-making skills

Attention to detail

Education

BSc or DCR in Radiography

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Lead Cardiac Radiographer MRI

Department: Radiology (MRI Cardiac)

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: Friday 13th February 2026.

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

Role Responsibilities

Deputising to the Superintendent, the Lead Cardiac MRI Radiographer will take responsibility for the day-to-day delivery and leadership of our Cardiac MRI service.

youll work autonomously, using advanced specialist Cardiac MRI skills to adapt scans to individual patient needs, ensuring the highest standard of diagnostic imaging.

Collaborating closely with Consultant Radiologists, Cardiologists, CMR specialists, and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will ensure an efficient, responsive and safe imaging service for all patients, including those with acute cardiac issues.

You will also contribute significantly to the wider MRI service, supporting operational decisions, staff development and service improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, deliver and maintain training programmes for MRI staff (including specialist Cardiac MRI training).
• Support recruitment, supervision, mentorship and professional development of MRI Radiographers.
• Drive continuous quality improvement within the Cardiac MRI service.
• Lead and participate in clinical audits and contribute to clinical governance meetings.
• Ensure accurate data management, RIS/PACS integrity and revenue billing accuracy.
• Act as the Clinical Lead for Cardiac MRI, ensuring a high-quality, patient-focused service.
• Perform advanced cardiac MRI examinations, autonomously adapting protocols and parameters.
• Manage and prioritise the daily Cardiac MRI workload, ensuring seamless patient flow.
• Undertake IV cannulation and contrast administration in line with departmental protocols.

Key Skills / Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or DCR in Radiography.
• Significant MRI experience, including specialist Cardiac MRI exposure.
• Evidence of ongoing CPD.
• Strong communication, organisational and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification in health management or advanced clinical practice.
• Further MRI education.
• Cannulation certification.
• Previous supervisory or management experience within MRI.

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.

We encourage all of our people to ”Be you at Bupa”, we champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. That's why we especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This means we aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role. We'll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them.

If you require information regarding this role in an alternative format please email: [e-mail]

At Bupa we strive to ensure all our customers, patients and staff are safe. All employees have a duty to ensure that safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk is prioritised and acted on appropriately.

Close Date For Applications: Friday 13th February 2026.

Time Type: Full time

Job Area: Clinical Services

Locations: Cromwell Hospital London