Our diagnostic solutions include CT, MRI and Mammography services delivered through a combination of established diagnostic centres, community-based services and mobile and relocatable imaging solutions. This flexibility enables us to respond to local demand, support additional capacity and help reduce pressures on existing diagnostic services.

At TIC Health, we combine experienced clinical teams, advanced diagnostic technology and strong operational support to provide safe, effective and efficient services. Maintaining excellent image quality, patient safety and experience, alongside effective patient throughput, is central to how we operate.

As our diagnostic network continues to grow, we are looking for motivated healthcare professionals who want to be part of an organisation where they can take ownership of their service, contribute to its development and help us deliver accessible, high-quality diagnostic care to patients.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced and motivated HCPC Registered Radiographer with CT and MRI experience to join TIC Health and take responsibility for the day-to-day clinical running of a TIC Health branch. The post holder will work autonomously while providing high-quality CT and MRI imaging services, ensuring excellent standards of patient care, image quality, safety and operational efficiency are maintained throughout the service. They will act as a key point of contact for clinical and operational matters and escalate any concerns that may impact patient care or service delivery.

The successful candidate will be an HCPC Registered Radiographer with strong CT and MRI experience, excellent clinical judgement and the confidence to take ownership of the day-to-day running of a busy imaging service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential Criteria

• Qualifications & Registration
  • Degree or Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent recognised qualification.
  • Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
  • Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Clinical Experience
  • Demonstrable post-registration experience working as a Diagnostic Radiographer.
  • Strong practical experience in both CT and MRI.
  • Previous experience working with Philips MRI systems.
  • Confident in independently performing a range of routine CT and MRI examinations.
  • Good understanding of CT and MRI imaging protocols and the ability to recognise and address image quality issues.
  • Experience of adapting imaging techniques appropriately according to patient presentation and clinical requirements.
  • Knowledge and understanding of MRI safety, including appropriate patient and implant screening.
  • Knowledge and understanding of IR(ME)R and its application within clinical practice.
  • Experience completing and documenting daily equipment QA/QC.
  • Ability to recognise equipment faults or performance concerns and escalate these appropriately.
  • Experience maintaining high standards of infection prevention and control.
• Operational & Leadership Skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and confidently take responsibility for the day-to-day running of a diagnostic imaging branch.
  • Ability to manage patient flow and maintain expected patient throughput while ensuring patient safety, dignity and image quality are not compromised.
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to prioritise workload effectively within a busy clinical environment.
  • Confidence in escalating clinical, operational, staffing or equipment concerns to the appropriate teams.
  • Ability to support and provide guidance to Radiographers, HCAs and other members of the branch team.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, referrers and other healthcare professionals.
  • Good IT skills and experience working with RIS/PACS and electronic patient records.
• Professional Attributes
  • Patient-focused with a commitment to providing safe, compassionate and high-quality care.
  • Professional, reliable and accountable.
  • Proactive approach to identifying and resolving problems.
  • Able to remain calm and make appropriate decisions in a busy clinical environment.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Commitment to maintaining excellent standards of image quality and service delivery.
  • Willingness to work flexibly in accordance with service requirements.
  • Willingness to provide occasional support or cover at other TIC Health branches when required.

Desirable Criteria

• Previous experience working with Philips CT systems.
• Experience with Philips 3T MRI systems.
• Previous experience in a senior, lead or site-based Radiographer position.
• Experience managing or coordinating the day-to-day operation of an imaging department or diagnostic service.
• Experience working within an independent healthcare or community diagnostic environment.
• Experience working across multiple imaging sites.
• IV cannulation competency.
• Experience administering intravenous contrast media.
• Experience using automated contrast injectors.
• Knowledge of PGDs and experience working under relevant PGDs.
• ILS or equivalent emergency life-support training.
• Previous experience supporting service development, protocol optimisation, audits or quality improvement.
• Experience training, mentoring or supporting junior Radiographers, students or HCAs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.