Lead Radiographer (CT) (XR08)

NHS; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Lead Radiographer for CT to provide professional leadership across multiple sites. This role involves managing a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality imaging services, and collaborating with medical staff to enhance patient care. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, along with a commitment to service excellence. Join a renowned institution that values innovation and professional development, and make a significant impact on patient outcomes in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• State-registered Radiographer with HCPC registration.
• Extensive senior management experience in radiology.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all CT staff across multiple sites.
• Deliver high-quality radiographic imaging services.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Management Skills

Risk Management

Negotiation Skills

Service Development

Education

BSc in Diagnostic Radiography

Postgraduate Qualifications at M Level

Recognised Management Qualification

Job description

Applications are invited for the role of Lead Radiographer for CT at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised, and highly motivated diagnostic Radiographer with excellent communication, management, and leadership skills to provide professional leadership for the CT department across 3 sites including St James's, Leeds General Infirmary, and Seacroft CDC. They will be a compassionate leader responsible for delivering an efficient, safe, effective, and high-quality radiographic imaging service. The Lead Radiographer will line manage Team Managers, Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners, and assistants. They will be line managed by the Head of Profession. This is an exciting role, and applications from within and outside the organisation are encouraged.

Expected Shortlisting Date

09/05/2025

Planned Interview Date

22/05/2025

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be responsible for the professional leadership and management of all CT Staff. The post holder is the lead and point of contact for advice and expertise, responsible for the care and professional practice delivered by the Radiographic workforce.

The post holder will be a state-registered Radiographer with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) and will work within codes of practice and professional guidelines. As a professional clinical manager and a member of the radiology management team, they will be responsible for leading, developing, and managing all resources (human, physical, and financial) for CT within Radiology across multiple sites in the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (LTHT).

The post holder has accountability for delivering a safe, effective, efficient, and high-quality service appropriate for all users in accordance with the Trust's strategic plans and operational policies. They are accountable for service-related targets, legislation, and national frameworks.

Postholders at this level are expected to have significant knowledge of the specific modality, including technical and operational issues. They will provide specialist advice and be consulted on a wide range of issues arising in their modality, ensuring the highest standards of technical, clinical, and operational practice.

About us

LTHT is one of the largest teaching hospitals in Europe and a regional and national centre for specialist treatment, a renowned bio-medical research facility, and the local hospital for the Leeds community. LTHT treats 1.5 million patients annually, including over 200,000 emergency patients. It has an established reputation for clinical innovation and expertise, along with a significant teaching and research profile, including one of three national radiology training academies with educational facilities for the Leeds Bradford Radiology training scheme.

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to redeploying 'at risk' members of the workforce to new roles. All job adverts are subject to this policy, and the trust reserves the right to close, delay, or remove adverts during this process. If you experience a delay in the shortlisting stage, please bear with us and contact the provided contact for questions.

Job responsibilities

The Radiology Service provides diagnostic and treatment services for approximately 600,000 patients annually. The service includes several imaging modalities, each with up to 100 staff, delivering high-quality clinical radiology services. It also includes the Leeds and Wakefield breast screening programme, which screens 180,000 women per cycle.

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust provides tertiary and secondary care across a wide geographical area. Radiology services are provided across several sites, and the post holder will be required to travel across the trust.

The post holder will be a state-registered Radiographer with HCPC registration, working within professional guidelines. As a clinical manager and radiology management team member, they will lead, develop, and manage resources for imaging modalities or service areas across multiple sites within LTHT.

They will be accountable for delivering safe, effective, efficient, and high-quality services aligned with the Trust's strategic and operational policies, service targets, legislation, and national frameworks.

Postholders are expected to have significant knowledge of their modality, including technical and operational issues. They will provide specialist advice, ensure high standards of practice, and implement principles of clinical governance locally. They will manage staff and patient care daily, working in accordance with Trust policies on staff management.

The post holder will be easily identifiable to patients, providing strong leadership, support, and advice to patients, families, and carers.

They will collaborate closely with medical and senior management staff within radiology and externally within the trust and WYATT.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• BSc or equivalent in diagnostic radiography.
• Current HCPC registration.
• Postgraduate qualifications at M level or equivalent.
• Evidence of leading service development.
• Recognised management qualification.

Experience

• Extensive senior management experience.
• Proven success in achieving financial and service targets.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience in undergraduate and/or postgraduate education.

Skills and Behaviours

• Ability to balance service performance considerations and risk management.
• Effective influencing and negotiating strategies for change.
• Enthusiastic and resilient attitude.

Other Criteria

• Budget and financial knowledge.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure check will be required to verify any criminal convictions.