Unit Manager – Diagnostic Service
Northampton
£58,000 – £65,000 per annum
A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Unit Manager to take the lead at a busy diagnostic imaging service in Northampton.
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a highly autonomous role where you’ll be responsible for the overall performance of the unit, leading the team, driving growth, and ensuring a high-quality, patient-focused service.
You’ll work closely with internal teams, external stakeholders, and referrers, playing a key role in both the operational success and future development of the service.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading the day-to-day running of the diagnostic unit
- Managing and developing a multidisciplinary team
- Driving service performance, growth, and patient outcomes
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with referrers and stakeholders
- Monitoring referral trends and identifying opportunities for growth
- Managing budgets, costs, and financial performance
- Ensuring effective stock control and resource management Overseeing operational processes and maintaining service quality
- Promoting best practice and sharing insights across the wider organisation
About You
- Proven experience in a management or operational leadership role
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
- Commercially aware with a good understanding of performance and growth
- Confident working autonomously and making key decisions
- Strong communicator, able to build relationships with a range of stakeholders
- Proactive, organised, and solutions-focused
Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Experience managing teams within a healthcare or operational environment
- PET CT or Nuclear Medicine experience
- Strong xwzovoh Leadership experience, and know how to operate a team
- Strong financial awareness and budget management experience
- Ability to analyse performance data and drive improvements
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
- Confident using IT systems and reporting tools
Desirable:
- Experience within diagnostic imaging or healthcare services
- Knowledge of NHS pathways and working with external referrers
- Experience supporting business development or contract growth
If you would like to apply for this opportunity please send me your CV to Ben Cotton - and contact me on either /