*Internal only* Assistant Service Manager - Radiology

Job summary

Are you an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual with a passion to succeed, looking for the next step into management?

If this is you then you may be the person we are looking for to join our Radiology Department at The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust working cross site.

We are looking for an experienced manager to join the team in ensuring quality and performance, and key performance indicators are met.

The successful candidate will have excellent knowledge of NHS systems and processes, with a strong understanding of diagnostic service delivery. They will demonstrate proven experience in operational management, data analysis, and staff coordination, alongside excellent communication and problem-solving skills. A proactive and organised approach is essential to support the delivery of high-quality, patient-focused radiology services.

Main duties of the job

The Assistant Service Manager will support the day-to-day operational delivery of radiology services across both hospital sites, working closely with the Radiology Manager and modality leads. The post holder will be responsible for coordinating diagnostic performance, managing capacity and activity, and ensuring services meet key access and performance targets. They will provide direct line management to administrative and clerical staff, supporting staff development and maintaining appropriate staffing levels. The role involves contributing to service improvement initiatives, handling queries related to diagnostics, and assisting in business planning and financial monitoring. The post holder will also deputise for senior managers as required and represent the service at divisional and trust-wide meetings.

About us

The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute Hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics and maternity services. The Trust's services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit and outpatient clinics.

The safety and well-being of our patients and of our staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this - particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress and going forward by working in partnership with local GPs, charities,community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are absolutely focused on ensuring that our hospitalsprovide high quality, safe and compassionate care, while drive forward the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital.

We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed.