Job summary
We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced and motivated individual to join our team as the Lead Radiographer for the Radiology Department at Watford General Hospital.
The position involves working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with core hours falling between 08:00 and 17:00.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and comfortable working independently, with the confidence to recognise when to seek guidance and collaborate with colleagues.
The successful candidate will have the flexibility to manage the dynamic and occasionally unpredictable operational demands of the workplace, responding effectively to shifting departmental priorities.
Confidence--or a willingness to develop competence--in managing human resources and employee relations matters is essential for this role.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are keen to contribute to a supportive and collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible to the Deputy Radiology Services Manager for the day-to-day operational management of the Department of Clinical Radiology at Watford General Hospital.
They will work closely with all stakeholders to help deliver a high-quality diagnostic service in a safe environment for both staff and patients. This includes responsibilities for efficiency, prioritising work, and making good use of resources.
The post holder will also work closely with the Lead Superintendent Radiographers at Hemel Hempstead General Hospital (HHGH) and St Albans City Hospital (SACH), providing support to staff at HHGH and SACH when those leads are absent, as well as assisting the Band 8a modality and service leads.
They may be required to work across all three sites to meet service needs, so being onsite is essential.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Lead and manage a multi-disciplinary team including Radiographers, Radiology Department Assistants, clerical and administrative staff and other Practitioners.
- Provide support, guidance, and development to staff.Work closely with the Lead Superintendent Radiographers for HHGH & SACH and provide assistance to staff at HHGH & SACH in their absence.
- To be responsible for the management of the radiographic and support staff employed in the Radiology department at Watford General Hospital.
- To support the team and modality leads in the recruitment and selection of staff for the Imaging Service producing relevant documentation and chairing interview panels.
- To work closely with the DRSM to maintain service provision.
- To be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Radiology department across the Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Lead and manage a multi-disciplinary team including Radiographers, Radiology Department Assistants, clerical and administrative staff and other Practitioners.
- Provide support, guidance, and development to staff.Work closely with the Lead Superintendent Radiographers for HHGH & SACH and provide assistance to staff at HHGH & SACH in their absence.
- To be responsible for the management of the radiographic and support staff employed in the Radiology department at Watford General Hospital.
- To support the team and modality leads in the recruitment and selection of staff for the Imaging Service producing relevant documentation and chairing interview panels.
- To work closely with the DRSM to maintain service provision.
- To be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Radiology department across the Trust.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- DCR or BSc in Radiography (Diagnostic).
- Post graduate diploma/evidence of post graduate study.
- HCPC registration.
Desirable
- Leadership qualifications.
- Other post-graduate study.
- RPS certificate.
Knowledge:
Essential
- Knowledge and awareness of issues affecting NHS and network working.
- Knowledge of all modalities within Radiology.
- Human Resource issues.
- Current trends in profession.
- IR(ME)R Legislation.
Desirable
- Ability to evaluate and improve service quality.
- Human resource seminars i.e. managing sickness absence, appraisal.
- Conflict resolution.
Experience:
Essential
- Experience of diagnostic staff line management.
- Evidence of leadership and team building.
- Evidence of supervisory and training staff.
- Experience of appraising.
Desirable
- Responsibility for imaging services.
- Experience of delivering a training programme or managing change.
- Experience in audit and continuous quality improvement.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- DCR or BSc in Radiography (Diagnostic).
- Post graduate diploma/evidence of post graduate study.
- HCPC registration.
Desirable
- Leadership qualifications.
- Other post-graduate study.
- RPS certificate.
Knowledge:
Essential
- Knowledge and awareness of issues affecting NHS and network working.
- Knowledge of all modalities within Radiology.
- Human Resource issues.
- Current trends in profession.
- IR(ME)R Legislation.
Desirable
- Ability to evaluate and improve service quality.
- Human resource seminars i.e. managing sickness absence, appraisal.
- Conflict resolution.
Experience:
Essential
- Experience of diagnostic staff line management.
- Evidence of leadership and team building.
- Evidence of supervisory and training staff.
- Experience of appraising.
Desirable
- Responsibility for imaging services.
- Experience of delivering a training programme or managing change.
- Experience in audit and continuous quality improvement.
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).
