Assistant General Manager Radiology, Band 6NHS

Job summary

Assistant General Manager Radiology, Band 6 (30 hours a week)

We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Assistant General Manager to join our Radiology Department within the Diagnostics and Specialties Division.

This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring operational leader to develop their management experience within an NHS environment. Working closely with the General Manager, clinical leaders and multidisciplinary teams, you will play a key role in supporting service delivery, improving patient pathways and driving operational performance across Imaging services.

You will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operational management of the service, ensuring patients receive timely access to diagnostic services while maintaining high standards of quality, safety and patient experience.

Main duties of the job

The Assistant General Manager will support the operational leadership and performance management of Radiology services, ensuring delivery against national and local targets, including RTT and cancer pathway standards.

The post holder will work closely with clinical and operational teams to drive service improvement and transformation initiatives, monitor and analyse performance data, develop recovery and improvement plans, and support the efficient delivery of patient pathways. They will build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, prepare reports for operational forums, support workforce management activities including recruitment, appraisal and staff development, and deputise for the General Manager as required. Through collaborative leadership, the role will contribute to improving service quality, patient experience, operational effectiveness and outcomes across Radiology.

Job description

The Assistant General Manager will support the operational delivery and performance management of Radiology services, ensuring patients progress through their diagnostic pathways safely and efficiently while meeting key national standards, including RTT, cancer and diagnostic targets.

The post holder will monitor performance, waiting lists, capacity and demand, identify risks and opportunities for improvement, and lead service improvement and transformation initiatives. They will provide leadership to administrative, booking and support teams, overseeing workforce management activities including recruitment, induction, appraisal, training, wellbeing and performance management. The role will also involve supporting complaints and incident processes, preparing reports for operational forums, managing resources effectively, and working collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical colleagues to improve patient experience, service quality and operational performance across Radiology.

About us

At Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, we are proud to provide high quality acute healthcare services to the people of Gloucestershire and surrounding communities. Every day, our dedicated teams work together to deliver compassionate, safe and effective care for our patients. The Trust is committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive and innovative working environment where staff are empowered to develop, grow and make a real difference.

Our Radiology Service plays a vital role in delivering high-quality diagnostic and interventional services across Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Supporting thousands of patients each year, the department provides a comprehensive range of imaging services including MRI, CT, Ultrasound, X-ray, Fluoroscopy and Interventional Radiology. As part of a forward-thinking and innovative team, you will work alongside clinicians, operational leaders and administrative staff who are committed to delivering safe, timely and patient-centred care.

This role provides exposure to a fast-paced operational environment where no two days are the same, making it an excellent opportunity for an aspiring healthcare leader looking to develop their operational management, service improvement and leadership skills within a supportive and collaborative Radiology team.