Head of Radiology Department / Consultant Radiologist (Leadership Role)

About the Role

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], part of the internationally recognized [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], is seeking a visionary leader to head our Diagnostic Imaging Department. This exciting role is open to either an experienced Radiology Manager or a Consultant Radiologist with proven leadership ability and a strong track record in clinical governance and business development.

The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership across all imaging modalities, ensuring the delivery of world-class, patient-centered care. They will be responsible for growing the service, strengthening referral networks, and ensuring financial sustainability while maintaining compliance with CQC, IR(ME)R 2017, and UK health regulations.

This is an opportunity to shape the future of radiology at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], driving innovation, quality, and growth in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Governance: Provide strategic direction, champion clinical governance, ensure regulatory compliance (CQC, IR(ME)R, Health & Safety).
• Service Growth & Business Development: Drive business development, expand referral networks, develop strategies to grow imaging volumes, support new services.
• Operational Management: Oversee MRI, CT, Ultrasound, X-ray; manage budgets, KPIs, equipment safety, and operational efficiency.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead multidisciplinary team, recruit, train, and develop staff, foster culture of excellence.
• Collaboration & Innovation: Work with hospital leadership, consultants, drive innovation in imaging and image-guided interventions.

Candidate Profile

Option A: Radiology Manager – HCPC-registered Radiographer, BSc in Radiography, substantial experience managing diagnostic imaging services, strong background in clinical governance and business development.

Option B: Consultant Radiologist (Leadership Path) – GMC-registered Consultant Radiologist with broad imaging experience (MRI and CT), demonstrated leadership and governance, strong business acumen.

For Both Profiles: Extensive knowledge of UK radiology regulations (CQC, IR(ME)R 2017), proven track record in business development and service expansion, excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, experience in budget and performance management.

Desirable: Experience in private healthcare, MSc in Radiology Leadership, knowledge of PACS/RIS systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Private medical insurance
• Pension scheme
• Funded CPD, leadership development, and career progression
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contact

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