Unit Manager – Diagnostic Service
Northampton
£58,000 – £65,000 per annum
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 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 02392 417 102 / 07807 688 963