Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Operational Flow Lead Radiographer to join the Radiology service at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
This is a pivotal operational role, working at the heart of Radiology to coordinate and optimise patient flow across emergency, inpatient, elective and cancer pathways. The post holder will play a key role in ensuring imaging capacity is aligned to demand, supporting safe, timely and efficient diagnostic services across the Trust.
Additional working pattern details: Cross-site working required
Main duties of the job
The Operational Flow Lead will provide senior day-to-day operational leadership for Radiology patient flow, acting as a central point of coordination and escalation.
Key responsibilities include:
- Coordinating real-time patient flow across Radiology services and sites
- Monitoring demand, capacity and utilisation to support timely imaging delivery
- Supporting ED, inpatient, elective and cancer pathways by prioritising imaging appropriately
- Acting as an escalation lead during periods of operational pressure
- Working closely with modality leads, booking teams, inpatient navigators and clinical colleagues
- Using operational data to identify bottlenecks and support service improvement
- Contributing to operational planning, pathway redesign and transformation initiatives
The role requires strong decision-making skills, excellent communication and the ability to work calmly and effectively in a fast-paced environment.
About us
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is proud to be one of the largest employers in the county, serving a diverse population across two main hospital sites. Our Radiology service is central to patient pathways across the Trust, delivering high-quality diagnostic services to support emergency, inpatient and elective care.
We are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive working environment where staff are valued and developed. In return we offer flexible working opportunities, access to excellent training and development, and the full range of NHS benefits.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and its responsibilities.
We are looking for a motivated and experienced operational leader with:
- HCPC registered Diagnostic Radiographer
- Significant experience in an NHS or healthcare operational role
- Experience managing patient flow, demand and capacity, or service pressures
- Excellent communication, organisational and problemsolving skills
- The ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams
- A strong commitment to patientcentred care, quality and continuous improvement
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and its responsibilities.
We are looking for a motivated and experienced operational leader with:
- HCPC registered Diagnostic Radiographer
- Significant experience in an NHS or healthcare operational role
- Experience managing patient flow, demand and capacity, or service pressures
- Excellent communication, organisational and problemsolving skills
- The ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams
- A strong commitment to patientcentred care, quality and continuous improvement
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Diagnostic Radiography Degree or equivalent
- HCPC registration
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Leadership or management qualification
- Quality or service improvement training
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of patient flow and operational pressures in acute healthcare
- Ability to analyse operational data and translate into action
- Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of Radiology workflows and imaging pathways
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in an operational NHS or healthcare role
- Experience managing or coordinating patient flow, demand and capacity
- Experience working across multidisciplinary teams
Desirable
- Experience within acute Radiology or diagnostic services
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Diagnostic Radiography Degree or equivalent
- HCPC registration
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Leadership or management qualification
- Quality or service improvement training
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of patient flow and operational pressures in acute healthcare
- Ability to analyse operational data and translate into action
- Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of Radiology workflows and imaging pathways
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in an operational NHS or healthcare role
- Experience managing or coordinating patient flow, demand and capacity
- Experience working across multidisciplinary teams
Desirable
- Experience within acute Radiology or diagnostic services
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
