Job summary
The Clinical Measurement Unit Manager will
Provide strategic, operational and professional leadership across Cardiac, Respiratory and Neurophysiology services. Ensure services are safe, sustainable, efficient, and compliant with relevant national standards and accreditation frameworks (e.g., IQIPS, ARTP, SCST, BSE, BSCN).
Act as budget holder for CMU services, ensuring effective financial stewardship and delivery of cost improvement plans. Oversee performance management and ensure that waiting times are monitored, managed and maintained in line with national access and quality standards.
Maintain clinical practice and competence within area of expertise, contributing to delivery of complex investigations and supporting advanced practitioners. Drive service development, innovation, and workforce transformation to meet current and future service demands. Lead the delivery of a strong governance framework with robust risk management, incident review, and continuous improvement. Represent CMU at Trust, regional, and national levels, providing professional and technical advice as required.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide strategic, professional and operational leadership for the Clinical Measurement Unit (CMU) at Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust, which includes Cardiac Physiology, Respiratory Physiology, and Neurophysiology services. They will act as the Professional Lead for these three disciplines, ensuring that clinical governance, patient safety, performance, and workforce development are consistently achieved to the highest standards. The role will be predominantly managerial, with an expectation that the post holder will retain clinical competence and undertake a clinical component within their area of specialism to support complex diagnostics, maintain credibility, and provide mentorship for advanced practice staff. They will hold responsibility for the budget, workforce and operational performance of CMU, ensuring services are safe, efficient, and aligned with Trust and national priorities. The post holder will also be accountable for monitoring and achieving waiting time targets, ensuring compliance with national diagnostic standards (DM01, RTT, and cancer pathways).
About us
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is an integrated Trust and the only provider of NHS acute care in Walsall, serving a population of 284,300, providing inpatient and outpatient services at the Manor Hospital as well as a wide range of services in the community. Walsall Manor houses the full range of district general hospital services under one roof. The £170 million development was completed in 2010 and the continued upgrading of existing areas ensures the Trust now has a state-of-the-art Critical Care Unit, Neonatal Unit, Obstetric Theatre, and Integrated Assessment Unit facilities.
A new Urgent Emergency Care Centre was opened in March 2023. The two-storey development has significantly improved emergency care facilities and capacity and has provided almost 5,000 square metres of additional clinical space.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Leadership and Management
Provide professional and operational leadership across CMU disciplines, ensuring cohesive management and consistency of standards. Lead the CMU leadership team, consisting of modality leads for Cardiac, Respiratory and Neurophysiology. Ensure that robust systems are in place for workforce planning, recruitment, and retention, supporting staff wellbeing and development. Manage and monitor operational delivery and performance, ensuring waiting times meet national standards and Trust expectations. Ensure effective succession planning and structured career development within the CMU workforce. Act as the visible and accessible lead, promoting teamwork, inclusion, and professional accountability. Contribute as a senior member of the CSS Leadership Team to the broader management of the Care Group.
Clinical and Professional Practice
Maintain professional registration and clinical competence in one discipline (e.g., echocardiography, complex device management, respiratory diagnostics, or EEG/EMG). Undertake a clinical component of work (approx. 2025%) involving highly specialized diagnostic procedures within area of expertise.
Provide expert clinical advice to staff and multidisciplinary teams, supporting complex decision-making. Support the design and delivery of patient pathways that are evidence-based and outcome-driven. Lead the implementation of new diagnostic technologies and digital innovations to improve patient care and efficiency. Ensure that all investigations are delivered safely, accurately, and in line with national best practice and governance standards.
Governance and Quality
Ensure that all CMU services maintain high standards of governance and risk management. Lead the development, implementation and review of policies, standard operating procedures, and clinical guidelines. Ensure that all incidents are investigated promptly, lessons learned are shared, and actions implemented. Maintain or work towards IQIPS accreditation across relevant disciplines. Oversee internal audit, quality assurance and compliance with MHRA, CQC, and other regulatory bodies. Monitor and report key performance indicators, including waiting times, quality metrics, and safety incidents. Foster a culture of openness, accountability, and continuous improvement across CMU.
Service Development and Planning
Lead on the development and delivery of a 5-year strategic plan for CMU aligned with the Trusts strategy and NHS Long Term Plan. Undertake service reviews, demand and capacity analysis, and implement recovery plans as required. Develop and monitor action plans to ensure waiting times consistently achieve national standards. Work collaboratively with clinical and operational teams to streamline pathways and eliminate bottlenecks. Identify opportunities for innovation, mutual aid, or partnership working with other providers. Develop business cases and proposals to support service improvement, capital investment, or new models of care.
Financial Management
Act as budget holder for CMU services, ensuring financial control, cost improvement delivery, and best use of resources. Manage income, expenditure and staffing budgets in line with Divisional and Trust financial plans. Regularly review financial performance and take corrective action when required. Work with Finance and Procurement colleagues to plan equipment replacement, service contracts and consumable usage. Ensure compliance with Trust Standing Financial Instructions and procurement policies.
Education, Training and Research
Support the education and continuing professional development of all CMU staff. Promote a learning culture through supervision, mentorship, and reflective practice. Liaise with higher education institutions to support clinical placements, apprenticeships and training pipelines. Deliver and support competency-based training and assessments across modalities. Encourage participation in research, audit, and innovation projects. Maintain personal professional development in line with CPD requirements of registration bodies.
Communication and Relationship Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with clinical, operational, and corporate teams within the Trust. Act as the main point of contact for professional advice and liaison with external networks, ICB partners and professional bodies. Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively with staff, patients, and stakeholders. Promote patient involvement in the design and evaluation of CMU services.
General Responsibilities
Act as a role model, demonstrating Trust values of Respect, Compassion, Teamwork and Professionalism. Ensure compliance with Trust policies, including Health & Safety, Equality & Diversity, Information Governance and Infection Prevention & Control. Participate in annual appraisal, mandatory training, and ongoing professional development. Contribute to Trust-wide programmes for Continuous Improvement and Sustainability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Leadership and Management
Provide professional and operational leadership across CMU disciplines, ensuring cohesive management and consistency of standards. Lead the CMU leadership team, consisting of modality leads for Cardiac, Respiratory and Neurophysiology. Ensure that robust systems are in place for workforce planning, recruitment, and retention, supporting staff wellbeing and development. Manage and monitor operational delivery and performance, ensuring waiting times meet national standards and Trust expectations. Ensure effective succession planning and structured career development within the CMU workforce. Act as the visible and accessible lead, promoting teamwork, inclusion, and professional accountability. Contribute as a senior member of the CSS Leadership Team to the broader management of the Care Group.
Clinical and Professional Practice
Maintain professional registration and clinical competence in one discipline (e.g., echocardiography, complex device management, respiratory diagnostics, or EEG/EMG). Undertake a clinical component of work (approx. 2025%) involving highly specialized diagnostic procedures within area of expertise.
Provide expert clinical advice to staff and multidisciplinary teams, supporting complex decision-making. Support the design and delivery of patient pathways that are evidence-based and outcome-driven. Lead the implementation of new diagnostic technologies and digital innovations to improve patient care and efficiency. Ensure that all investigations are delivered safely, accurately, and in line with national best practice and governance standards.
Governance and Quality
Ensure that all CMU services maintain high standards of governance and risk management. Lead the development, implementation and review of policies, standard operating procedures, and clinical guidelines. Ensure that all incidents are investigated promptly, lessons learned are shared, and actions implemented. Maintain or work towards IQIPS accreditation across relevant disciplines. Oversee internal audit, quality assurance and compliance with MHRA, CQC, and other regulatory bodies. Monitor and report key performance indicators, including waiting times, quality metrics, and safety incidents. Foster a culture of openness, accountability, and continuous improvement across CMU.
Service Development and Planning
Lead on the development and delivery of a 5-year strategic plan for CMU aligned with the Trusts strategy and NHS Long Term Plan. Undertake service reviews, demand and capacity analysis, and implement recovery plans as required. Develop and monitor action plans to ensure waiting times consistently achieve national standards. Work collaboratively with clinical and operational teams to streamline pathways and eliminate bottlenecks. Identify opportunities for innovation, mutual aid, or partnership working with other providers. Develop business cases and proposals to support service improvement, capital investment, or new models of care.
Financial Management
Act as budget holder for CMU services, ensuring financial control, cost improvement delivery, and best use of resources. Manage income, expenditure and staffing budgets in line with Divisional and Trust financial plans. Regularly review financial performance and take corrective action when required. Work with Finance and Procurement colleagues to plan equipment replacement, service contracts and consumable usage. Ensure compliance with Trust Standing Financial Instructions and procurement policies.
Education, Training and Research
Support the education and continuing professional development of all CMU staff. Promote a learning culture through supervision, mentorship, and reflective practice. Liaise with higher education institutions to support clinical placements, apprenticeships and training pipelines. Deliver and support competency-based training and assessments across modalities. Encourage participation in research, audit, and innovation projects. Maintain personal professional development in line with CPD requirements of registration bodies.
Communication and Relationship Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with clinical, operational, and corporate teams within the Trust. Act as the main point of contact for professional advice and liaison with external networks, ICB partners and professional bodies. Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively with staff, patients, and stakeholders. Promote patient involvement in the design and evaluation of CMU services.
General Responsibilities
Act as a role model, demonstrating Trust values of Respect, Compassion, Teamwork and Professionalism. Ensure compliance with Trust policies, including Health & Safety, Equality & Diversity, Information Governance and Infection Prevention & Control. Participate in annual appraisal, mandatory training, and ongoing professional development. Contribute to Trust-wide programmes for Continuous Improvement and Sustainability.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Clinical Physiology or equivalent in Cardiac or Respiratory or Neurophysiology
- Professional registration (RCCP, AHCS, or HCPC).
- Master's degree or equivalent senior-level experience.
Desirable
- Leadership/Management qualification (ILM Level 7, Mary Seacole or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Senior management experience in physiological sciences.
- Demonstrable experience of leading multidisciplinary teams and managing budgets.
- Evidence of service transformation and delivery of performance targets (including waiting times).
- Research, innovation and teaching experience.
Skills
Essential
- In-depth knowledge of NHS governance, quality, and diagnostic standards.
- Understanding of workforce planning, digital diagnostics, and service improvement.
- Knowledge of financial and operational performance management
- Awareness of regional and national physiological service networks.
- Strong leadership, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage complex services and meet deadlines.
- Advanced clinical expertise in at least one physiological specialty.
- Competent use of diagnostic IT systems and data analysis tools.
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates commitment to Trust values and behaviours.
- Promotes collaboration, respect, and continuous learning.
- Displays integrity and resilience under pressure. Active involvement in
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Clinical Physiology or equivalent in Cardiac or Respiratory or Neurophysiology
- Professional registration (RCCP, AHCS, or HCPC).
- Master's degree or equivalent senior-level experience.
Desirable
- Leadership/Management qualification (ILM Level 7, Mary Seacole or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Senior management experience in physiological sciences.
- Demonstrable experience of leading multidisciplinary teams and managing budgets.
- Evidence of service transformation and delivery of performance targets (including waiting times).
- Research, innovation and teaching experience.
Skills
Essential
- In-depth knowledge of NHS governance, quality, and diagnostic standards.
- Understanding of workforce planning, digital diagnostics, and service improvement.
- Knowledge of financial and operational performance management
- Awareness of regional and national physiological service networks.
- Strong leadership, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage complex services and meet deadlines.
- Advanced clinical expertise in at least one physiological specialty.
- Competent use of diagnostic IT systems and data analysis tools.
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates commitment to Trust values and behaviours.
- Promotes collaboration, respect, and continuous learning.
- Displays integrity and resilience under pressure. Active involvement in
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.
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
