Operational Lead Radiographer- Cardiac CT & MRI

Overview

Operational Lead Radiographer - Cardiac CT and MRI - Band 8a12 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 2025Pay scheme: Agenda for changeBand: Band 8aSalary: £64,156 to £71,148 a year (inc)Contract: Fixed term • Duration: 12 months • Working pattern: Full-timeLocation: St Bartholomew''s Hospital, London EC1A 7BEQualifications and Experience

EssentialDCR, BSc Diagnostic Radiography or equivalentHPC State RegistrationEvidence of post-registration study and continuing professional developmentExtensive experience in cardiac MRI imagingUnderstanding of relevant legislation, national standards and professional guidelinesLeadership experience; recent experience at a senior level supervising and managing staff in a dedicated cardiac imaging serviceExperience implementing change and leading service development initiativesDevelopment and implementation of radiographic protocols and proceduresGovernance compliance and risk management experienceExperience in developing and delivering training to radiographers and studentsMentoring experience with positive outcomes; appraisal experience with radiographic staffDesirableExperience in cardiac CT imagingOperational management experienceExperience in budgeting, purchasing and commissioning new equipmentExperience in research and cost improvement projectsProject management and change management experienceExperience in working in a PFI setting and managed equipment servicesSkillsEffective communication and interpersonal skills within a multidisciplinary teamAbility to interact effectively at all levels of the organisationProactive, innovative and problem-solving approachStrong organisational ability; ability to lead and motivate a team and implement changeAbility to work under pressure to exacting standards; tact and diplomacy in difficult situationsAbility to communicate across professional boundaries and to present clearly and confidently on topics to mixed audiencesKnowledge of radiographic protocols, governance, risk management and departmental administrationUnderstanding of magnet safety and ionising radiation regulationsAbility to produce high-quality business cases to support service developmentOther informationDisclosure 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 ..... full job details .....