Lead Radiographer

Nuffield Health; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Bristol seeks an experienced Lead Radiographer to manage operations of the diagnostic imaging department. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality imaging services in areas such as MRI and CT, while mentoring staff and supporting the Radiology Manager. Ideal candidates will possess a BSC in diagnostic radiography and relevant HCPC registration, alongside strong people management and communication skills. A benefits package is included.

Benefits

Free gym membership

Health assessments

Retail discounts

Pension options

Qualifications

• Must be HCPC registered.
• Working knowledge of IRMER, IRR, and able to undertake audits.
• Radiation Protection Supervisor training/qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Participate in departmental QA, audit and mandatory training.
• Develop policies and procedures as a clinical lead.
• Support the Radiology Manager.
• Supervise and develop staff, including mentoring.
• Run day-to-day operations of the radiology service.

Skills

People management

Communication

IT skills

Education

BSC degree in diagnostic radiography

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

Overview

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 hospital.

About the Department

The Radiology department is a growing and busy department covering general radiographic procedures, theatre, ultrasound, Mammography and MRI.

Responsibilities

• Participate in departmental QA, audit and all aspects of mandatory training.
• Scoping to develop policies and procedures as a clinical lead.
• Deputise and support Radiology Manager.
• Supervise and develop other members of staff, including mentoring 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.
• Run the day‑to‑day operations of the radiology service and participate in clinical work.

Qualifications

You hold a BSC degree in diagnostic radiography (or equivalent), a postgraduate qualification and must be HCPC registered. You should have a working knowledge of IRMER, IRR and be able to undertake audits. Radiation Protection Supervisor training/qualification would be desirable.

Benefits

We offer a benefits package including fitness, lifestyle, health and wellbeing rewards; free gym membership; health assessments; retail discounts; pension options.

Applications will be considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close adverts early, for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications. Therefore, please apply early to ensure you are considered for the post.