Lead Radiographer

Nuffield Health Group; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership

Health assessments

Retail discounts

Pension options

Job summary

Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital seeks an experienced Lead Radiographer to manage a section of the diagnostic imaging department and to potentially lead MRI services. The role requires HCPC registration, a BSc in Diagnostic Radiography, and proven MRI expertise.

You will mentor staff, drive quality and governance, and collaborate across departments to deliver patient-centered imaging care. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, exceptional communication, and the ability

Qualifications

• BSc in Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent) and HCPC registration.
• Postgraduate qualification preferred.
• Significant MRI experience and advanced MRI training (e.g., cardiac MRI).
• Experience in a management/leadership role within radiology.
• Good understanding of IRMER and IRR regulations; Radiation Protection Supervisor training desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational management of a part of the diagnostic imaging department, ensuring high-quality imaging services.
• Support the Radiology Manager and deputise as required.
• Supervise and develop staff; mentor students and perceptees.
• Collaborate with practitioners and other hospital departments to deliver coordinated care.
• Carry out clinical work and participate in day-to-day radiology service operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Mentoring

IT skills

Education

BSc in Diagnostic Radiography

Postgraduate qualification

HCPC registered

Tools

IRMER knowledge

IRR knowledge

IT literacy

Job description

• You will participate in departmental QA, audit and all aspects of mandatory training as well.

• As a clinical lead you will enjoy scoping to develop policies and procedures.

• Deputise and support Radiology Manager.

• Supervise and develop other members of staff, inlcuding to mentor students and perceptees.

• Work in partnership supporting practitioners and other departments around the hospital.

• See each patient as an individual and carry out this role with understanding and empathy.

• Excellent communication and team working abilities.

• We are looking for an experienced Lead Radiographer who will be responsible for the operational management of a part of the diagnostic imaging department ensuring the delivery of high-quality imaging services, and / or to be a speciality lead in a clinical area such as MRI, CT mammography, whilst supporting the Radiology Manager. You will have the relevant specialist knowledge with previous people management experience, good communication and IT skills, to help us build a healthier nation as a Lead Radiographer at our Bournemouth Hospital.

• The Radiology department is a growing and busy department covering general radiographic procedures, theatre, ultrasound, Mammography and MRI. You will undertake a wide range of duties in helping to run the day to day running of a radiology service as well as participating in clinical work. You hold a BSC degree in diagnostic radiography (or equivalent), a postgraduate qualification and be HCPC registered. With a working knowledge of IRMER, IRR and be able to undertake audits. Radiation Protection Supervisor training/qualification would be desirable.,

• Significant post qualification experience in MRI. Training in advanced MRI techniques including cardiac MRI.

• Experience in a management position in an operational or service management capacity.

• Experience of dealing with challenging situations.

• Excellent team working, organisational and leadership skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to manage staff effectively

• Well-developed analytical skills and innovative problem solving abilities.

• Possess mature judgement and decision-making skills.

• Exceptional Patient Care

• Awareness of budgetary implications and commercial impact

• Detailed understanding of Clinical Governance.

• MRI Safety Qualification preferable.

• At Nuffield Health the UKs largest healthcare charity, everything we give our patients, members and customers would not be possible without you. Your passion, your warmth, your drive to make a difference. Whether it's driving connected health, helping the nation, transforming experiences, or building the career you want - we give you the support to do it all. Join our journey. It starts with you.

• We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. Here, you can choose from a range of fitness, lifestyle, health and fitness wellbeing rewards, such as free gym membership, health assessments, retail discounts and pension options. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you.

• Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital At Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital we aim to provide the highest level of private healthcare, offering a wide range of first-class medical and surgical services. We also attract many of Dorset's leading consultant surgeons and physicians. Our hospital is conveniently located close to Bournemouth's town centre on Lansdowne Road. We offer the very latest medical facilities and technology, including state of the art diagnostic equipment. We have a special focus in the areas of orthopaedics, cosmetic surgery, diagnostic scanning, and men's/women's health. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.