Radiology Department Lead

Sulis Hospital Bath; Peasedown St. John; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Sulis Hospital Bath is seeking a Radiology Department Lead to provide professional, specialist clinical leadership to the radiographic team. You will ensure high‑quality radiography services are responsive to patient needs and compliant with standards.

The role involves daily management of the endo and decontamination suite, senior team leadership, and collaboration with multidisciplinary colleagues. DBS clearance is expected, and the post is full‑time and permanent.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Radiography and HCPC registration.
• Minimum of three years post‑qualification Radiography experience.
• Experience working in Radiography teams and/or multidisciplinary teams.
• Track record of senior level performance and budget/cost improvement involvement.
• Two years of deputy lead radiographer experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily management of the endo and decontamination suite.
• Lead a radiography team and manage multiple priorities and staff.
• Ensure adherence to departmental protocols and high standards of practice.
• Provide expert guidance to multi‑professional staff and manage finances within budget.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Clinical leadership

Education

Diploma/Degree in Radiography

HCPC Registered

Job description

Sulis Hospital Bath, a leading healthcare provider in Somerset, has an amazing opportunity for a Radiology Department Lead to join the hospital, to provide professional, specialist clinical leadership to the radiographic team to ensure that the Radiography services provided are of a high quality and responsive to patient requirements.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible and accountable for the daily management of the endo and decontamination suite, managing a wide range of complex and conflicting priorities, including staff management. To maintain high standard of professional practice, ensuring that departmental protocols and policies are followed and that examinations are performed to the required standard.If you have experience of working as part of a Radiography team and/or Multidisciplinary team, have substantial operational management experience with a track record of effective performance at senior level.

About us

An award-winning hospital, Sulis Hospital is widely recognised as one of the finest in the country. Sulis became a part of the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust in June 2021, making it one of the first independent hospitals owned by an NHS Trust, offering private, insured, and NHS healthcare services. We empower our teams to be the best they can be, fostering a culture that enhances the quality of people's lives through exceptional care. We are proud to have received an 'Outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission for 'Caring,' reflecting the compassionate nature of our people. With modern facilities and strong clinical leadership, Sulis Hospital in Bath provides an opportunity for a fulfilling career where you can make a meaningful difference and gain a diverse range of experiences.We welcome both inpatients and outpatients across a variety of specialisms from Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, General surgery, ENT, Urology, Vascular and many others.Sulis Hospital is committed to a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities.

Job responsibilities

There is an on-call commitment.Full time, Permanent. Mon-Sun, with various shift patterns.This role requires DBS clearance.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Radiography.
• Current state registration.
• Evidence of relevant courses/CPD.
• Minimum of three years post qualification Radiography experience.
• Experience of working as part of a Radiography team and/or Multidisciplinary team.
• HCPC Registered
• Track record of effective performance at senior level.
• Track record in providing expert advice and guidance to multi-professional staff.
• Delegated management of finances within budget set including delivery of cost improvements.
• Two years experience as a deputy lead radiographer.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£55,786 to £61,461 a year*Depending on experience