Lead Radiographer

Fortius; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Lead Radiographer to support the Head of Imaging by managing departments and leading a team. This role involves overseeing quality and safety in imaging practices, collaborating with Radiologists, and enhancing training programmes. Ideal candidates will be HCPC registered with strong leadership skills and a commitment to safety and quality. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities available.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Competitive salary and benefits package

State-of-the-art environment

Qualifications

• Substantial post-qualification experience as a Radiographer.
• Strong knowledge of imaging modalities and service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Line manage Senior Training Radiographers and conduct team meetings.
• Monitor projected imaging volumes and ensure optimal staffing.
• Oversee equipment servicing, drive policy improvements, and uphold safety standards.
• Represent Imaging at the Quality Group and manage incident reporting.
• Collaborate with Radiologists to enhance imaging protocols.
• Support recruitment and develop training programmes.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Education

HCPC registered Radiographer

Job description

Are you ready to lead, inspire, and make a real impact in a dynamic imaging environment? Fortius Clinic, a leading provider of orthopaedics and sports medicine, is seeking a proactive and experienced Lead Radiographer to join our Imaging team.

About the Role

As the Lead Radiographer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Head of Imaging with the operational and strategic management of Imaging departments across all Fortius sites. You will:

• Lead and Develop: Line manage Senior Training Radiographers, conduct 1-1s, team meetings, and appraisals, and ensure effective communication and engagement across the radiography team.

• Resource Planning: Monitor projected imaging volumes across modalities and sites, ensuring optimal staffing and service provision to meet demand.

• Quality & Safety: Oversee equipment servicing and maintenance, drive continuous improvement of local policies, and uphold the highest standards of radiation protection.

• Governance: Represent Imaging at the Quality Group, taking responsibility for incident reporting and investigation, patient satisfaction, policy reviews, risk register maintenance, departmental audits, IPC, and Health & Safety.

• Clinical Excellence: Collaborate with Radiologists to maintain and enhance imaging protocols, ensuring best practice and innovation across all sites.

• Training & Recruitment: Support recruitment activities and work closely with Senior Training Radiographers to develop and improve training programmes.

Why Fortius?

• Work with a passionate, multidisciplinary team in a state-of-the-art environment

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

• Competitive salary and benefits package

Ready to take the next step in your radiography career? Apply now to join Fortius Clinic and help shape the future of imaging excellence.

• HCPC registered Radiographer with substantial post-qualification experience

• Proven leadership and team management skills

• Strong knowledge of imaging modalities and service delivery

• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities

• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement