Job summary
Hywel Dda University Health Board (HDdUHB) is seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic leader to fulfil the role of Deputy Radiology and Medical Imaging Services Manager .
This exciting new post is a full time permanent position based at one of our main sites which will be agreed with the successful candidate at point of offer. This is a Health Board wide role and there will be a requirement to travel and work with the radiology teams across all Hywel Dda Radiology sites and attend regional and national meetings as required by the Head of Radiology.
The Deputy Radiology and Medical Imaging Services Manager will be responsible for the operational management and budget of the Clinical Photography and Medical Illustration Service and will assist the Head of Radiology in the delivery of radiography and radiology diagnostic services across all radiology departments within HDdUHB.
The successful candidate will be required to work with key stake holders to deliver safe, high quality, efficient, effective, responsive clinical radiology services and provide operational and management assistance to the Directorate including budgetary and workforce management and monitoring along with effective use of resources and equipment. The post holder will be the lead for the Directorate's performance with the Welsh Government Single Cancer Pathway targets and compliance.
Main duties of the job
To deputise for the Head of Radiology in the operational management and all aspects of the radiology services provided within Hywel Dda UHB (HDUHB).
To be responsible for the management of the Medical Illustration Service and associated budget, ensuring clinical governance and compliance with health and safety legislation.
To assist the Head of Radiology in delivering performance targets for above services and with the aim of achieving financial breakeven with any agreed cost improvement measures for the radiology and medical illustration budgets.
To ensure compliance with the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (2017), Ionising Radiation Regulations (2017) and any future legislation affecting the provision of diagnostic imaging.
To identify or devise innovative work practices that would improve the efficiency of the services whilst ensuring clinical governance remains the priority.
To "horizon-scan", maintaining up-to-date knowledge of clinical and technological development of radiological practice and identify where these would benefit the overall aims of the HB.
To assist the Head of Radiology to ensure that services are provided and delivered in accordance with safe practice, set targets and within financial balance.
The post holder may (as required) undertake the lead role for the delivery of specific Radiology-wide projects or initiatives and deputise for the Head of Radiology.
About us
Hywel Dda Health Board can offer an array of benefits including;
- access to reward / staff benefits schemes
- wellbeing services
- highly rated pension scheme
- generous paid holiday entitlement
- maternity & paternity allowances and much more.
Visit our Working for Us for more informationWorking for us - Hywel Dda University Health Board (nhs.wales).
Relocation support is available to assist with some of the costs incurred whilst relocation to the Hywel Dda area, applications for which will be considered in line with the requirements of our Relocation Policy.
Please get in touch with us to discuss the role and benefits in more detail - we would be happy to speak with you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held week commencing 18/09/2023.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held week commencing 18/09/2023.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc Diagnostic Radiography.
- Advanced clinical training.
- Masters level qualification (Clinical or Managerial) or equivalent Clinical or Managerial experience.
- Management Qualification or equivalent experience of theoretical and practical management.
- State Registration with HCPC.
- Attendance on Specialist courses.
- ECDL or equivalent professional experience
Desirable
- Attendance at specialist short courses.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at superintendent level.
- Managing a team of staff.
- Extensive clinical/technical experience.
- Experience of NHS procurement processes.
- Experience of change management and innovation in service delivery.
- Developing and implementing guidelines and standards.
- Managing multidisciplinary groups of staff.
- Planning and prioritisation of own and others workload.
Desirable
- Writing reports and policies.
- Planning and service development experience.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc Diagnostic Radiography.
- Advanced clinical training.
- Masters level qualification (Clinical or Managerial) or equivalent Clinical or Managerial experience.
- Management Qualification or equivalent experience of theoretical and practical management.
- State Registration with HCPC.
- Attendance on Specialist courses.
- ECDL or equivalent professional experience
Desirable
- Attendance at specialist short courses.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at superintendent level.
- Managing a team of staff.
- Extensive clinical/technical experience.
- Experience of NHS procurement processes.
- Experience of change management and innovation in service delivery.
- Developing and implementing guidelines and standards.
- Managing multidisciplinary groups of staff.
- Planning and prioritisation of own and others workload.
Desirable
- Writing reports and policies.
- Planning and service development 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).
