Job summary
Come and join our friendly and enthusiastic team within Ultrasound. If you are looking to develop and progress, and have the drive to lead a team of Sonographers to do the same, this is the place for you! We are looking for a highly focused and passionate individual with the ambition to lead change and innovation. As Clinical Lead you should:
- Strive to provide an efficient and high quality ultrasound imaging service, whilst dealing with patients in a caring professional manner.
- Ensure there is adequate service provision in place at all times. Plan the Ultrasound service to meet the demands of the Trust.
At the NCA, we offer services in general medical, gynaecology, obstetrics, vascular, MSK, head & neck and paediatric ultrasound. We actively encourage participation in departmental improvement and in training and CPD.
A recent structure change within Ultrasound has enabled us to establish different roles which have created opportunities for staff and have assisted in better management of the service; a Consultant Sonographer being one of these. There are more opportunities to come, and our ties within Greater Manchester and with higher education institutions provide many possibilities.
This is a 12 month Secondment opportunity as Ultrasound Clinical Lead at Bury, Rochdale, Oldham Care Organisation part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA) NHS Foundation Trust.
Main duties of the job
- Working closely with the Ultrasound Service Manager and Directorate Managers, you are responsible for leading both clinically as well as managerially the ultrasound service to help deliver a high-quality patient focused service.
- Lead on Quality Improvement projects and programmes by working collaboratively with appropriate teams to deliver excellent patient care.
- With the management team, ensure key performance targets are delivered.
- To continuously review ultrasound services through the lens of improving performance to reach a sustainable or improved profitable state, whilst continuing to deliver truly effective patient-centred care.
- To provide operational leadership to the ultrasound department to ensure effective and timely delivery of performance indicators and drive operational excellence, supporting the delivery of a High-Performance Management System.
- Responsible for the efficient and effective use of resources including development of robust recovery planning where deviation occurs.
- To develop shared objectives promoting a culture of collaborative working and empowering staff to achieve both performance and transformational change.
- To demonstrate excellent people management skills to inspire and motivate, both direct reports and wider colleagues and enable the delivery and improvement of services.
- To adhere to the CO/NCA policies, processes and ways of working to contribute to the achievement of the NCA strategies.
About us
At the NCA, we offer services in general medical, gynaecology, obstetrics, vascular, MSK, head & neck and paediatric ultrasound. We actively encourage participation in departmental improvement and in training and CPD.
A recent structure change within Ultrasound has enabled us to establish different roles which have created opportunities for staff and have assisted in better management of the service; a Consultant Sonographer being one of these. There are more opportunities to come, and our ties within Greater Manchester and with higher education institutions provide many possibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- As a key member of the ultrasound team, working closely with the Ultrasound Service Manager and Directorate Managers, you are responsible for leading both clinically as well as managerially the ultrasound service to help deliver a high-quality patient focused service.
- To lead on Quality Improvement projects and programmes by working collaboratively with appropriate clinical and non-clinical teams to deliver excellent patient care.
- To deliver the change plans from improvement programmes and projects to fully integrate into sustainable daily business and realise benefits.
- Working with the management team, ensure key performance targets are delivered and meet the Service Line Accreditation and Assessment Standards.
- To continuously review ultrasound services through the lens of improving performance to reach a sustainable or improved profitable state, whilst continuing to deliver truly effective patient-centred care.
- To provide operational leadership to the ultrasound department to ensure effective and timely delivery of performance indicators and drive operational excellence, supporting the delivery of a High-Performance Management System.
- Responsible for the efficient and effective use of resources including development of robust recovery planning where deviation occurs.
- To develop shared objectives promoting a culture of collaborative working and empowering staff to achieve both performance and transformational change.
- To demonstrate excellent people management skills to inspire and motivate, both direct reports and wider colleagues and enable the delivery and improvement of services.
- To adhere to the CO/NCA policies, processes and ways of working to contribute to the achievement of the NCA strategies.
- Establish strong relationships throughout the team, to collaboratively manage the service and its future development.
- To advocate and demonstrate the kindness at work initiative.
- Utilise effective negotiation, facilitation, and persuasion skills to enable change, overcome challenges and drive operational excellence within a context of ambiguity and dynamic change.
- Develop internal and external facing processes that enable effective communication across each of the services and support effective communication across the wider Group.
- To work closely with respective Senior Responsible Owners for programmes of change, on the service readiness to change, achievement of outcomes and realisation of benefits.
- Communicate complex and sensitive information and manage difficult conversations effectively, using evidence-based data to drive positive outcomes.
- To ensure a timely team brief cascade to respective direct reports on updates from across the CO/NCA.
- Develop strong relationships with colleagues across other directorates and corporate services, sharing good practice and knowledge and work collaboratively to enhance services.
- Communicate and respond effectively both internally and externally to the organisation on service issues and risks, escalating accordingly.
- Demonstrate and evidence effective written and verbal communication.
- Demonstrate effective and appropriate communication and engagement with staff and staff side representatives encouraging involvement and empowerment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- As a key member of the ultrasound team, working closely with the Ultrasound Service Manager and Directorate Managers, you are responsible for leading both clinically as well as managerially the ultrasound service to help deliver a high-quality patient focused service.
- To lead on Quality Improvement projects and programmes by working collaboratively with appropriate clinical and non-clinical teams to deliver excellent patient care.
- To deliver the change plans from improvement programmes and projects to fully integrate into sustainable daily business and realise benefits.
- Working with the management team, ensure key performance targets are delivered and meet the Service Line Accreditation and Assessment Standards.
- To continuously review ultrasound services through the lens of improving performance to reach a sustainable or improved profitable state, whilst continuing to deliver truly effective patient-centred care.
- To provide operational leadership to the ultrasound department to ensure effective and timely delivery of performance indicators and drive operational excellence, supporting the delivery of a High-Performance Management System.
- Responsible for the efficient and effective use of resources including development of robust recovery planning where deviation occurs.
- To develop shared objectives promoting a culture of collaborative working and empowering staff to achieve both performance and transformational change.
- To demonstrate excellent people management skills to inspire and motivate, both direct reports and wider colleagues and enable the delivery and improvement of services.
- To adhere to the CO/NCA policies, processes and ways of working to contribute to the achievement of the NCA strategies.
- Establish strong relationships throughout the team, to collaboratively manage the service and its future development.
- To advocate and demonstrate the kindness at work initiative.
- Utilise effective negotiation, facilitation, and persuasion skills to enable change, overcome challenges and drive operational excellence within a context of ambiguity and dynamic change.
- Develop internal and external facing processes that enable effective communication across each of the services and support effective communication across the wider Group.
- To work closely with respective Senior Responsible Owners for programmes of change, on the service readiness to change, achievement of outcomes and realisation of benefits.
- Communicate complex and sensitive information and manage difficult conversations effectively, using evidence-based data to drive positive outcomes.
- To ensure a timely team brief cascade to respective direct reports on updates from across the CO/NCA.
- Develop strong relationships with colleagues across other directorates and corporate services, sharing good practice and knowledge and work collaboratively to enhance services.
- Communicate and respond effectively both internally and externally to the organisation on service issues and risks, escalating accordingly.
- Demonstrate and evidence effective written and verbal communication.
- Demonstrate effective and appropriate communication and engagement with staff and staff side representatives encouraging involvement and empowerment.
Person Specification
Registration and qualifications
Essential
- Post Graduate Masters/Diploma/Certificate In Medical Ultrasound
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent qualification
- Valid HCPC registration or equivalent
Desirable
- MSc in Imaging/ Ultrasound or equivalent
- Society of Radiographers (SOR) or equivalent registration
Knowledge, skills, training and experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Evidence of previous supervisory/ management experience
- Evidence of multi-modality knowledge
- Significant post PG qualification experience
Person Specification
Registration and qualifications
Essential
- Post Graduate Masters/Diploma/Certificate In Medical Ultrasound
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent qualification
- Valid HCPC registration or equivalent
Desirable
- MSc in Imaging/ Ultrasound or equivalent
- Society of Radiographers (SOR) or equivalent registration
Knowledge, skills, training and experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Evidence of previous supervisory/ management experience
- Evidence of multi-modality knowledge
- Significant post PG qualification experience
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).