Deputy Lead Radiographer- BW X-Ray

Job summary

Our Radiology Department plays a vital role in supporting clinical teams and delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging services. We are now seeking a passionate and experienced Lead Radiographer to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of the imaging team. The Lead Radiographer at the Women's Hospital will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality imaging services, supporting the Modality Lead Radiographer, and ensuring the smooth operation of the Radiology department. This position combines advanced clinical expertise with leadership responsibilities, contributing to both patient care and departmental excellence.

Main duties of the job

• Clinical Leadership:
  • Supervise and support radiographers and imaging assistants in daily operations.
  • Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, safety standards, and best practices.
  • Oversee complex imaging procedures, providing guidance and troubleshooting as needed.
• Operational Management:
  • Assist the Modality Lead Radiographer in scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow optimization.
  • Monitor equipment functionality and coordinate maintenance or repairs.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental policies.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Participate in regular audits and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and hospital policies.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement and patient safety.
• Training and Development:
  • Mentor junior staff and facilitate ongoing professional development.
  • Organize and deliver training sessions on new technologies and procedures.
  • Support student placements and contribute to educational activities.
• Patient Care:
  • Deliver compassionate, patient-centered imaging services.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, addressing concerns and explaining procedures.
  • Ensure patient privacy, dignity, and comfort at all times.

About us

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care.

Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.

Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.

Forward Thinking Birmingham (FTB) Mental Health Services are a unique, innovative community and inpatient mental health partnership. Alongside partners FTB offers care pathways of mental health assessment and treatment for young people aged 0-25 years old.

Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital

Birmingham

B15 2TG

Employer's website

https://bwc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital

Birmingham

B15 2TG

Employer's website

https://bwc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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