Lead Radiographer

Nuffield Health Brentwood; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare charity is looking for a passionate Lead Radiographer to join their busy diagnostic imaging department. This role involves managing high-quality imaging services and providing clinical leadership in specialized areas such as MRI and CT. The ideal candidate will possess a BSc in Diagnostic Radiography and have strong people management and communication skills. With a commitment to patient care and a collaborative approach, you will play a key role in shaping the future of healthcare. Join this innovative team and make a difference in the lives of patients while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Free gym membership

Health assessments

Retail discounts

Pension options

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a diagnostic imaging department.
• Specialist knowledge in MRI, CT, or mammography.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and support the Radiology Manager.
• Participate in audits and develop departmental policies.

Skills

People Management

Communication Skills

IT Skills

Audit Skills

Education

BSc in Diagnostic Radiography

Postgraduate Qualification

Tools

IRMER Knowledge

Radiation Protection Supervisor Training

Job description

CT Lead Radiographer

Brentwood Hospital | Diagnostic Imaging | Permanent Contract | Full Time

Salary - dependent on experience

37.5 hours

At Nuffield Health, the UK’s largest healthcare charity, everything we give our patients, members, and customers is made possible by our dedicated staff. We value your passion, warmth, and drive to make a difference. Whether it’s advancing connected health, helping the nation, transforming experiences, or building your career, we support you to achieve your goals. Join our journey. It starts with you.

We are seeking an experienced Lead Radiographer responsible for the operational management of part of the diagnostic imaging department, ensuring the delivery of high-quality imaging services. Alternatively, you may serve as a specialty lead in clinical areas such as MRI, CT, or mammography, while supporting the Radiology Manager. Candidates should possess specialist knowledge, previous people management experience, good communication and IT skills, to help us build a healthier nation as a Lead Radiographer at our hospital.

The Radiology department is busy and expanding, covering general radiography, theatre, ultrasound, mammography, and MRI. You will undertake a range of duties to support the day-to-day running of the radiology service and participate in clinical work.

Requirements include a BSc degree in diagnostic radiography (or equivalent), postgraduate qualification, HCPC registration, and a working knowledge of IRMER and IRR. Ability to undertake audits is essential. Radiation Protection Supervisor training/qualification is desirable. Successful candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

As our Lead Radiographer, you will:

• Provide clinical leadership within a highly specialised area.
• Participate in departmental QA, audits, and all mandatory training.
• Develop policies and procedures as a clinical lead.
• Deputise for and support the Radiology Manager.
• Supervise and develop staff, including mentoring students and trainees.
• Collaborate with practitioners and other hospital departments.
• Approach each patient with understanding and empathy.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Our benefits include:

• Free gym membership
• Health assessments
• Retail discounts
• Pension options

We want you to enjoy coming to work, feeling healthy, happy, and valued. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what’s important to you.

Join Nuffield Health and shape your future today.

Applications will be considered as received, and interviews scheduled accordingly. We reserve the right to close the application process early in case of high volume. Please apply early to ensure consideration.

It starts with you.