Imaging Services Leader: Strategy & Transformation

University Hospitals Dorset Nhs Foundation Trust; Merley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an outstanding Head of Imaging Services to lead strategic and operational imaging across multiple sites. You will drive service transformation, improve productivity, and ensure safe, patient-centred diagnostics while balancing workforce and budget.

The role requires substantial senior NHS leadership in diagnostic imaging, proven change management, and strong stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Radiography BSc (hons) or equivalent
• HCPC registration as Diagnostic Radiographer
• Postgraduate management qualification
• Evidence of leadership development
• Experience leading large multidisciplinary teams
• Experience in NHS or healthcare leadership

Responsibilities

• Strategic leadership and service planning across Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging
• Delivery of national and local performance standards, including diagnostic waiting time targets
• Workforce planning, recruitment, retention, and staff development
• Financial management, budgetary control, and business planning
• Quality improvement, governance, patient safety, and regulatory compliance
• Leading service redesign, innovation, and digital transformation initiatives
• Developing productive relationships with clinical leaders, operational teams, regional networks, and external partners

Skills

Senior leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Change management

Financial management

Operational leadership

Education

Radiography BSc (hons)

HCPC registration

Postgraduate qualification

Management development

Tools

PACS/RIS

Healthcare IT

Job description

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an outstanding Head of Imaging Services to lead strategic and operational imaging across multiple sites. You will drive service transformation, improve productivity, and ensure safe, patient-centred diagnostics while balancing workforce and budget.

The role requires substantial senior NHS leadership in diagnostic imaging, proven change management, and strong stakeholder engagement.