Job summary
Due to the retirement of the current post holder an exciting opportunity has arisen to lead our Clatterbridge Cancer Centre PACS team in the Radiology department. As the leader of this team you will be responsible for the day to day management of the Radiology IT systems and the PACS team members.
We operate over three sites , the Wirral and two Liverpool sites including the recently acquired CDC. Both the Wirral and the main Liverpool site are QSI accredited.
You will be a highly motivated and progressive Imaging Systems Manager responsible for providing a high quality and efficient IT service to the Radiology department and the wider Trust. You will primarily be responsible for PACS and RIS on a day to day basis and a knowledge of EPR and its interface with RIS is desirable.
With a first degree in Radiography or Information Technology, you will need excellent communication skills and be able to liaise with a multi-disciplinary team within Imaging and the wider Trust and with external suppliers. You will also be represent the Trust within the Cheshire and Merseyside PACS and RIS consortium.
You will need to be flexible, able to travel to meetings and be available out of hours on occasion for system testing and changes.
This is an exciting time to join the department, with the recent opening of the CDC at Paddington Village in central Liverpool site.
If you are interested in this exciting position please contact us for more information or to arrange a visit.
Main duties of the job
Overall responsibility to administer, manage and support all Radiology systems, across multiple CCC sites. This includes the Picture Archive & Communication System (PACS), Radiology Information System (RIS), Image Exchange Portal, (IEP) Radiology Order Comms. and changes needed for the Electronic Patient Record system (EPR).
Accountable for the efficient day-to-day PACS/RIS service delivery in the clinical environment to ensure continuity of patient care. This role includes the development and maintenance of PACS/RIS operational policies and procedures, system audit, Freedom of Information, (FOI) handling of complaints and liaison with clinical users and third party suppliers.
Manages all issues relating to and affecting PACS/RIS and advises on the prioritisation and allocation of budgetary resources to support service development and improvement
Responsible for delivery of PACS/RIS training to all relevant Trust clinical and non-clinical staff.
Provide expert advice to IM&T Boards with regard to PACS and RIS
Line manage staff in the PACS/RIS Support Team
Plan, co-ordinate and stimulate future developments of the system and roll out of systems Trust wide.
For development of Radiology systems strategy; across Cheshire and Merseyside, work closely with key stakeholders and management in the evaluation, selection and procurement of new systems
Represents Radiology at all trust digital meetings as needed and provides specialist advice in relation to radiology systems.
About us
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre is one of three specialist cancer centres in England. With 1,800 specialist staff and three sites, we are one of the largest NHS providers of non-surgical cancer treatment. The Trust has a unique multi-site care model serving the 2.4 million population acrossCheshire and Merseyside and is consistently rated by patients as one of the best performing hospitals.
Our vision is to not only maintain this level of commitment to excellence but to work with our academic and healthcare partners across the region to ensure care, treatment and patient outcomes continuously improve in the future. We are very proud of all our expert and loyal staff and we welcome people who share the collective aim of delivering excellence in everything that we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
In liaison with the PACS / RIS supplier(s) is responsible for the equipment, application, operational software and interfaces required to support the business activities of the Radiology Department.
Contributes to the development of Radiology systems strategy; works closely with key stakeholders and management in the evaluation, selection and procurement of new systems
Acts as a source of expertise with regard to PACS, RIS and associated systems; supports management direction and leadership in applications and system development
Advises the Radiology Services Manager (RSM), Medical Leads, Oncologists on system status and makes recommendations regarding future system developments/renewal programmes
Provide expert advice to IM&T Boards, Trust, specialty and Divisional teams with regard to PACS and RIS, and security for Systems
Plan, co-ordinate and stimulate future PACS/RIS developments of the IT systems within Radiology and the Trust.
Demonstrates understanding of and adherence to IR(ME)R and IRR99 policies and guidelines
Prioritises own workload, exercising autonomy within professional and managerial boundaries
Performs clerical and other administrative duties including production of statistical data, activity and user reports
Produces Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), training manuals and instructional material to support efficient and competent use of the systems
Provides training and support in any system modifications/developments
Supports research and audit activities through the production of statistical data, as required
Undertakes project management activities as and when required to support implementation of new systems eg AI, Orchestrator.
Supports research and audit activities through the production of statistical data, as required
Accountable for the efficient day-to-day PACS/RIS service delivery in the clinical environment to ensure continuity of patient care.
Develops and maintains system processes for Radiology electronic order comms.
Responsible for the Purchase and Upkeep of all Home Reporting Devices.
Responsible for the Purchase of Radiology PACS Reporting Workstations.
Line manage staff in the PACS/RIS Support Team
Represent CCC in the Cheshire and Merseyside PACS & RIS consortium decisions regarding operational processes and system developments for the shared systems
Undertakes other duties appropriate to grade, as delegated by the Radiology Services Manager or Clinical Lead
Attends departmental and Trust meetings as appropriate
Manages and maintains an effective incident / fault management system, to include:
Logging of incidents/faults
Diagnosis
Incident / fault resolution
Projects
Involved in all new PACS, RIS projects that are needed for the expansion of the applications and services such as Orchestrator, Artificial Intelligence and Communicator which will streamline the flow of Urgent Findings.
Involved in any new Trust projects that involve the RIS and PACS systems. E.g. Digital Letters, Kiosk
Leadership
Line manager for PACS/RIS Support Team, supervises staff working in own area of responsibility, prioritising and planning daily activities. Monitors the performance of staff working in own area of responsibility against set competencies.
- Provide training, support and development for the PACS/RIS Support Team, and Superusers.
- Performs appraisals for the above staff under the Trust Individual Performance & Development Scheme, with support from the RBM or Principals as appropriate
- Provide training to end users when required, liaise with IT Training team to ensure that end user training is effective and delivered to the appropriate members of staff.
- Monitors the performance of staff working in own area of responsibility against set competencies, rectifying any errors and reporting to the RBM or Principals as necessary
- Performs Return to Work interviews in accordance with Trust policy; undertakes first stages of absence management notifying the RBM or Principals of any issues
- Participates in the recruitment and selection of staff within own area of responsibility; actively promotes diversity in the recruitment, management and development of staff.
- Is responsible for the management of annual leave within own area of responsibility, ensures that leave requirements are balanced against service needs and that Trust and departmental leave policies are followed.
Key Working Relationships
- Imaging staff
- Radiotherapy Staff
- IM&T staff
- Project managers
- Clinical EPR system manager
- Local IM&T infrastructure teams
- Local IM&T Network Team
- IM&T Training staff
- Physics staff
- Medical staff Ward staff
- PACS/RIS staff at other Trusts
- Information Governance Manager
- Caldicott Guardian
- System suppliers
- PACS Managers at other Trusts in the Cheshire & Merseyside consortium
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
In liaison with the PACS / RIS supplier(s) is responsible for the equipment, application, operational software and interfaces required to support the business activities of the Radiology Department.
Contributes to the development of Radiology systems strategy; works closely with key stakeholders and management in the evaluation, selection and procurement of new systems
Acts as a source of expertise with regard to PACS, RIS and associated systems; supports management direction and leadership in applications and system development
Advises the Radiology Services Manager (RSM), Medical Leads, Oncologists on system status and makes recommendations regarding future system developments/renewal programmes
Provide expert advice to IM&T Boards, Trust, specialty and Divisional teams with regard to PACS and RIS, and security for Systems
Plan, co-ordinate and stimulate future PACS/RIS developments of the IT systems within Radiology and the Trust.
Demonstrates understanding of and adherence to IR(ME)R and IRR99 policies and guidelines
Prioritises own workload, exercising autonomy within professional and managerial boundaries
Performs clerical and other administrative duties including production of statistical data, activity and user reports
Produces Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), training manuals and instructional material to support efficient and competent use of the systems
Provides training and support in any system modifications/developments
Supports research and audit activities through the production of statistical data, as required
Undertakes project management activities as and when required to support implementation of new systems eg AI, Orchestrator.
Supports research and audit activities through the production of statistical data, as required
Accountable for the efficient day-to-day PACS/RIS service delivery in the clinical environment to ensure continuity of patient care.
Develops and maintains system processes for Radiology electronic order comms.
Responsible for the Purchase and Upkeep of all Home Reporting Devices.
Responsible for the Purchase of Radiology PACS Reporting Workstations.
Line manage staff in the PACS/RIS Support Team
Represent CCC in the Cheshire and Merseyside PACS & RIS consortium decisions regarding operational processes and system developments for the shared systems
Undertakes other duties appropriate to grade, as delegated by the Radiology Services Manager or Clinical Lead
Attends departmental and Trust meetings as appropriate
Manages and maintains an effective incident / fault management system, to include:
Logging of incidents/faults
Diagnosis
Incident / fault resolution
Projects
Involved in all new PACS, RIS projects that are needed for the expansion of the applications and services such as Orchestrator, Artificial Intelligence and Communicator which will streamline the flow of Urgent Findings.
Involved in any new Trust projects that involve the RIS and PACS systems. E.g. Digital Letters, Kiosk
Leadership
Line manager for PACS/RIS Support Team, supervises staff working in own area of responsibility, prioritising and planning daily activities. Monitors the performance of staff working in own area of responsibility against set competencies.
- Provide training, support and development for the PACS/RIS Support Team, and Superusers.
- Performs appraisals for the above staff under the Trust Individual Performance & Development Scheme, with support from the RBM or Principals as appropriate
- Provide training to end users when required, liaise with IT Training team to ensure that end user training is effective and delivered to the appropriate members of staff.
- Monitors the performance of staff working in own area of responsibility against set competencies, rectifying any errors and reporting to the RBM or Principals as necessary
- Performs Return to Work interviews in accordance with Trust policy; undertakes first stages of absence management notifying the RBM or Principals of any issues
- Participates in the recruitment and selection of staff within own area of responsibility; actively promotes diversity in the recruitment, management and development of staff.
- Is responsible for the management of annual leave within own area of responsibility, ensures that leave requirements are balanced against service needs and that Trust and departmental leave policies are followed.
Key Working Relationships
- Imaging staff
- Radiotherapy Staff
- IM&T staff
- Project managers
- Clinical EPR system manager
- Local IM&T infrastructure teams
- Local IM&T Network Team
- IM&T Training staff
- Physics staff
- Medical staff Ward staff
- PACS/RIS staff at other Trusts
- Information Governance Manager
- Caldicott Guardian
- System suppliers
- PACS Managers at other Trusts in the Cheshire & Merseyside consortium
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First degree in Radiography or a relevant IT related subject
Desirable
- Project management qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth specialist knowledge of PACS,RIS systems, EPR Order Comms system, Integration of these systems with the Trust Interface Engine (TIE)
- Proven knowledge of Information Governance and Information security principles
Desirable
- An understanding of Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
Experience
Essential
- Proven in depth experience and strong technical knowledge of PACS / RIS and Radiology systems at system manager and key user level
Desirable
- Proven experience of the management of staff
- Data analysis experience
Skills
Essential
- Proven excellent communication skills at all levels
- Proven problem solving skills
Work related
Essential
- Required to work across all CCC sites
- Required to travel to meetings to represent the Trust at CAMRIN meetings
- Availability for testing and system changes out of hours
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First degree in Radiography or a relevant IT related subject
Desirable
- Project management qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth specialist knowledge of PACS,RIS systems, EPR Order Comms system, Integration of these systems with the Trust Interface Engine (TIE)
- Proven knowledge of Information Governance and Information security principles
Desirable
- An understanding of Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
Experience
Essential
- Proven in depth experience and strong technical knowledge of PACS / RIS and Radiology systems at system manager and key user level
Desirable
- Proven experience of the management of staff
- Data analysis experience
Skills
Essential
- Proven excellent communication skills at all levels
- Proven problem solving skills
Work related
Essential
- Required to work across all CCC sites
- Required to travel to meetings to represent the Trust at CAMRIN meetings
- Availability for testing and system changes out of hours
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
