Operational Lead Radiographer- Cardiac CT & MRI

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization is seeking an Operational Lead Radiographer for Cardiac CT & MRI. The role entails leadership of the Cardiac Radiography team, ensuring efficient service delivery, and supporting clinical excellence in one of Europe's largest cardiovascular centers. Candidates should possess extensive cardiac MRI experience and strong leadership skills. Competitive salary offered for a full-time, 12-month fixed-term position in London.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in cardiac MRI imaging.
• Leadership experience supervising and managing staff in a cardiac imaging service.
• Evidence of post-registration study and continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day provision of Cardiac MRI and CT services.
• Provide high-profile Clinical Specialist support to the services.
• Act as Radiation Protection Supervisor for the service.

Skills

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Proactive, innovative and problem-solving approach

Strong organisational ability

Ability to work under pressure

Education

DCR, BSc Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent

HPC State Registration

Job description

Overview

Operational Lead Radiographer - Cardiac CT & MRI - Band 8a
12 months fixed term post. Bart's Heart and Thorax Centre (BHTC) is seeking a Cardiac MRI/CT trained Radiographer with clinical and managerial experience to lead the Cardiac Radiography team within the largest Cardiovascular Centre in Europe.

The post involves leading a team of Cardiac Radiographers, collaborating with multidisciplinary colleagues, and reporting on service demands, expansion and delivery, as well as development of the professional group.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day provision of the Cardiac MRI and CT services to ensure efficient and clinically appropriate patient appointments.
• Provide high-profile Clinical Specialist support to the cardiac MRI and CT suites and the Cardiac Imaging department.
• Liaise with departmental Superintendent Radiographers regarding staffing and resource issues; manage dedicated and rotational cardiac MRI and CT staff.
• Act as Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS) for the service and complete required training to be added to the Bart’s Health RPS register.
• Interact with senior hospital staff to report on service demands and delivery; articulate knowledgeably on complex technical issues to service users.

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country and a leading healthcare provider. The group is focused on improvement, excellence, and innovation, with a vision to be a high-performing NHS group delivering harm-free care and compassionate service. We value inclusion and strive to ensure staff have a sense of belonging.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this band.

Details

Date posted: 08 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 8a

Salary: £64,156 to £71,148 a year (inc)

Contract: Fixed term • Duration: 12 months • Working pattern: Full-time

Location: St Bartholomew's Hospital, London EC1A 7BE

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• DCR, BSc Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
• HPC State Registration
• Evidence of post-registration study and continuing professional development
• Extensive experience in cardiac MRI imaging
• Understanding of relevant legislation, national standards and professional guidelines
• Leadership experience; recent experience at a senior level supervising and managing staff in a dedicated cardiac imaging service
• Experience implementing change and leading service development initiatives
• Development and implementation of radiographic protocols and procedures
• Governance compliance and risk management experience
• Experience in developing and delivering training to radiographers and students
• Mentoring experience with positive outcomes; appraisal experience with radiographic staff

Desirable

• Experience in cardiac CT imaging
• Operational management experience
• Experience in budgeting, purchasing and commissioning new equipment
• Experience in research and cost improvement projects
• Project management and change management experience
• Experience in working in a PFI setting and managed equipment services

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills within a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organisation
• Proactive, innovative and problem-solving approach
• Strong organisational ability; ability to lead and motivate a team and implement change
• Ability to work under pressure to exacting standards; tact and diplomacy in difficult situations
• Ability to communicate across professional boundaries and to present clearly and confidently on topics to mixed audiences
• Knowledge of radiographic protocols, governance, risk management and departmental administration
• Understanding of magnet safety and ionising radiation regulations
• Ability to produce high-quality business cases to support service development

Other information

Disclosure and Barring Service: This post requires disclosure checks under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. See UK Visas and Immigration guidance for details.