Job summary
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is one of
the largest integrated care providers in England, serving a population of
around 600,000 people. We are a high performing organization with a track
record of success.
Are you ready to lead with purpose, drive innovation, and
deliver exceptional patient care? Were looking for a dynamic Lead Radiographer
to take charge of one of our imaging sections and help shape the future of
radiology services.
This is more than a clinical role, its a leadership
opportunity where your expertise, ideas, and influence will directly impact
service quality, patient outcomes, and departmental strategy.
The successful applicant will be based at University
Hospital North Durham, with responsibility for 2 other small community sites,
and is expected to work collaboratively with colleagues at the South of the
Trust.
You will be joining a department where teamwork is
paramount; a strong team culture where radiographers support one another.
Suitable candidates should have a minimum of 5
years post qualification experience and be able to evidence this.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work closely with all associated
Radiology staff and will be expected to liaise with service users to promote an
efficient service. They will be responsible for the day to day running of the
department, and ensuring that patient care is at the forefront of clinical
priorities.
Undertaking and coordinating staff appraisals, management,
recruitment The post holder will be
responsible for planning and initiating more efficient work practices to meet
the changing needs of the organisation.
Maintain high professional and technical standard of work,
adhering to good practices of Radiographic technique and abide by the
acknowledged safe practices of radiation protection standards.
Utilise complex/ expensive equipment to produce high
quality radiographic images to assist in patient diagnosis and/ or management
of care. Be responsible for day to day monitoring of complex equipment within
own specialist area, setting up and maintaining quality assurance protocols.
Ensure oversight of IRMER related tasks within
the department, maintaining organisation, consistency and forward planning of
audit activity.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.
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From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have been employed for a minimum of two years
of as a HCA within the NHS for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months).
Job description
Job responsibilities
What Youll Be Doing
Manage the day-to-day operations of your imaging section,
ensuring smooth workflow, high standards, and responsive service delivery.
Work within professional codes and guidelines to uphold
the highest technical standards, with the autonomy to shape policies and
practices alongside the Radiology Manager and Clinical Director.
Liaise with clinical teams inside and outside the
department to ensure seamless, patient-centred care.
Communicate complex instructions to patients and carers,
adapting techniques for those with serious injuries or life-limiting
conditions.
Lead with the IRMER
agenda, oversee radiation safety, and ensure compliance with all regulatory
standards.
Ensure Health and safety is maintained within the department
and that all policies and procedures are up to date.
Supervise
radiographers, assistants, and students, delivering training, mentorship, and
appraisals to support their growth.
Propose and implement new policies, refine protocols, and
lead clinical governance initiatives that elevate our service.
Engage in CPD and keep up with the latest trends and
technologies in radiology.
What Youll Bring
A passion
for patient care and clinical excellence
Proven
leadership and mentoring experience
Strong
communication and decision-making skills
A
proactive approach to service improvement and innovation
Commitment
to safety, quality, and professional development
Job description
Job responsibilities
What Youll Be Doing
Manage the day-to-day operations of your imaging section,
ensuring smooth workflow, high standards, and responsive service delivery.
Work within professional codes and guidelines to uphold
the highest technical standards, with the autonomy to shape policies and
practices alongside the Radiology Manager and Clinical Director.
Liaise with clinical teams inside and outside the
department to ensure seamless, patient-centred care.
Communicate complex instructions to patients and carers,
adapting techniques for those with serious injuries or life-limiting
conditions.
Lead with the IRMER
agenda, oversee radiation safety, and ensure compliance with all regulatory
standards.
Ensure Health and safety is maintained within the department
and that all policies and procedures are up to date.
Supervise
radiographers, assistants, and students, delivering training, mentorship, and
appraisals to support their growth.
Propose and implement new policies, refine protocols, and
lead clinical governance initiatives that elevate our service.
Engage in CPD and keep up with the latest trends and
technologies in radiology.
What Youll Bring
A passion
for patient care and clinical excellence
Proven
leadership and mentoring experience
Strong
communication and decision-making skills
A
proactive approach to service improvement and innovation
Commitment
to safety, quality, and professional development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc/MSc/Diploma Radiography
Desirable
- Post Graduate Certificate in Leadership or equivalent.
- Forensic post graduate certificate.
- RPS Training.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 5 years post graduation experience.
- Previous experience in a leadership role.
- Roster management experience.
- Management of staff attendance/wellbeing.
- RIS/PACS superuser capability.
- Training and development of staff.
Desirable
- Project management.
- Clinical Risk Management.
- Teaching/mentoring skills.
- Widespread CPD portfolio.
- Audit, benchmarking and quality assurance.
- Service development.
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Organisational skills
- Keeping calm under pressure
- Effective communication
- Problem solving skills
- Advanced IT skills
- Empathy
Desirable
- Responds well to change.
- Supports continuous professional development.
- Accountable.
- Understands working dynamics.
- Awareness of NHS targets/waiting times.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc/MSc/Diploma Radiography
Desirable
- Post Graduate Certificate in Leadership or equivalent.
- Forensic post graduate certificate.
- RPS Training.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 5 years post graduation experience.
- Previous experience in a leadership role.
- Roster management experience.
- Management of staff attendance/wellbeing.
- RIS/PACS superuser capability.
- Training and development of staff.
Desirable
- Project management.
- Clinical Risk Management.
- Teaching/mentoring skills.
- Widespread CPD portfolio.
- Audit, benchmarking and quality assurance.
- Service development.
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Organisational skills
- Keeping calm under pressure
- Effective communication
- Problem solving skills
- Advanced IT skills
- Empathy
Desirable
- Responds well to change.
- Supports continuous professional development.
- Accountable.
- Understands working dynamics.
- Awareness of NHS targets/waiting times.
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).
