Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic individual to lead the Plain Film services at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital.
The successful candidate will possess strong clinical, leadership and teaching skills to ensure a first-class patient centred service. Specialist knowledge of the plain film service and an innovative approach to service delivery is required to support the development and delivery of high quality services across Radiology, Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board.
You will be based at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital but will be expected to have a flexible approach within your role and to work in partnership with the General Superintendent Radiographer at Prince Charles Hospital and the Princess of Wales hospital to ensure standardisation of working practices.
The General X-ray Department at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital has 5 static rooms to include 4 Samsung GC85 DR rooms. Work is currently being undertaken to install new dental imaging and processing equipment. There are three Ziehm image intensifiers and three Samsung GC85 DR mobile units on site
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board hosts the National Imaging Academy Wales which provides us with excellent future development opportunities for our staff. We actively support monthly internal CPD meetings, regularly support external training for staff and we are keen to develop you professionally.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be responsible for the operational management of the General X-ray Department in the Royal Glamorgan Hospital and will be responsible for the organisation of the departments' workload delegating work on a daily basis.
You will have a lead clinical role, acting as the main contact for any issues regarding the Plain Film Imaging service being responsible for training new staff and ensuring the team adhere to the Organisation's Policies and Procedures, Local Rules and I(R(ME)R updating Duty Holder Entitlements as necessary.
You will be responsible for the management of staff Personal Development reviews and absence management in line with Policy.
You will be responsible for ensuring equipment used within the General Department is maintained in line with manufacturers guidance and that faults are reported in a timely manner to reduce downtime of equipment.
You will be responsible for the ongoing formulation and implementation of major changes to the service utilising highly developed clinical knowledge and communications skills.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will join our team of radiographers and clinical support workers who are dedicated in the delivery of a quality service to our stakeholders.
You will find a full job description and Personal Specification within the supporting documents.
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesnt mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see Welsh Language Guidance in the documents right at the bottom.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will join our team of radiographers and clinical support workers who are dedicated in the delivery of a quality service to our stakeholders.
You will find a full job description and Personal Specification within the supporting documents.
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesnt mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see Welsh Language Guidance in the documents right at the bottom.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- BSc in Radiography or equivalent
- Post graduate qualification or equivalent experience
- Significant & highly developed radiographic knowledge, experience and qualifications
- Knowledge of quality assurance and radiation safety policies and procedures
- Knowledge of Audit and Clinical Governance
- HCPC registration
Experience
Essential
- Relevant history of Continuing Professional Development
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Previous history of staff teaching, mentoring and supervision
- Relevant management experience to include recruitment and retention of staff, sickness management
- Previous experience of staff appraisal and training needs analysis
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrate Leadership skills.Ability to lead, direct and support a team
- Good communication skills- ability to liaise competently with stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds
- Excellent organisational and time management skills and ability to work well under pressure
- Dedicated and open to flexibility within the post. Keen to progress professionally
Desirable
- Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
Values
Essential
- Committed to provide high standards of patient care
- Motivated to encourage and improve the patient experience
- Has vision to participate in, and pursue innovative developments in Radiology
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- BSc in Radiography or equivalent
- Post graduate qualification or equivalent experience
- Significant & highly developed radiographic knowledge, experience and qualifications
- Knowledge of quality assurance and radiation safety policies and procedures
- Knowledge of Audit and Clinical Governance
- HCPC registration
Experience
Essential
- Relevant history of Continuing Professional Development
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Previous history of staff teaching, mentoring and supervision
- Relevant management experience to include recruitment and retention of staff, sickness management
- Previous experience of staff appraisal and training needs analysis
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrate Leadership skills.Ability to lead, direct and support a team
- Good communication skills- ability to liaise competently with stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds
- Excellent organisational and time management skills and ability to work well under pressure
- Dedicated and open to flexibility within the post. Keen to progress professionally
Desirable
- Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
Values
Essential
- Committed to provide high standards of patient care
- Motivated to encourage and improve the patient experience
- Has vision to participate in, and pursue innovative developments in Radiology
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).
