Centre Manager - New Diagnostic Centre

Centre Manager – New Diagnostic Centre

£70,000 - £85,000 + Bonus + Competitive Benefits Package

Leeds

Full-Time | Mon – Fri | 1 Day WFH

This is not a steady-state management role.

This is a rare opportunity to build one of the most advanced diagnostic centres in the North of England from the ground up.

We are supporting an established and growing independent medical imaging provider is launching a brand-new, purpose-built Diagnostic and Treatment Centre in Leeds. Designed without legacy constraints and equipped with world-class technology, this site will set a new regional benchmark for clinical quality, patient experience, and operational excellence.

We are seeking an exceptional Centre Manager to support and shape the centre from its earliest days.

About the Centre

This new hub has been designed to optimise patient flow and clinical delivery, ensuring every patient journey is seamless and every team member can perform at their best. The centre will operate across NHS and private pathways, while fostering partnerships with clinicians, universities, sports organisations, and corporate clients.

Key facilities include:

• State-of-the-art 3T MRI and advanced CT scanning
• X-ray and Ultrasound services
• Academic collaboration with a leading local university for research, innovation, and specialist sports pathways

The Role

As Centre Manager, you will combine operational leadership with regional stakeholder engagement, including:

• Lead the day-to-day operational delivery of the centre.
• Manage and develop a multidisciplinary team of radiographers, onsite radiologists, radiology department assistants, and administrative staff.
• Drive quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee contracts, activity performance, and service delivery standards.
• Ensure an exceptional, patient-first culture across all services.
• Act as the regional face of the centre, building relationships with clinicians, university leaders, sports organisations, and external partners.
• Support growth of services and continued development of the site’s capabilities.

About You

We are looking for a confident and ambitious leader who combines operational precision with strategic vision. You will bring:

• Proven experience managing clinical or diagnostic services at a senior level.
• Strong track record of delivering performance within contracted healthcare environments.
• Experience leading and developing radiology or multidisciplinary clinical teams.
• Deep understanding of quality, governance, and regulatory standards.
• Commercial awareness within mixed NHS/private healthcare models.
• Credibility with clinicians and external stakeholders.
• Meticulous attention to detail and consistently high standards.
• The ambition and drive to build and shape a flagship service.

Interested ?

If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity or would like to arrange a confidential informal chat, please contact Reza on 02393874296. Alternatively, email an updated CV to rabbasi@compassltd.co.uk

Not for you?

If you are not interested but know someone who is, we offer £250 vouchers for successful referral recommendations.