Lead Diagnostic Radiographer WBCH Internal Only

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

INTERNAL ONLY

The postholder will have line management responsibility for the satellite Radiology service based at West Berkshire Community Hospital (WBCH), which is a subsection of the RBFT Radiology Department
The post holder will have responsibility for the daily operational management and patient pathways in CT.

They will have delegated responsibility for human and financial resources and for the day to day operational management of the service
The postholder will have a lead role in the strategic development of the local service, in conjunction with the ADR and Medical Lead. They will ensure that all developments align with the overall objectives of the Radiology Department and with the wider Trust strategy for spoke services
The postholder will act as a State Registered Radiographer and will participate in the provision of imaging services to a diversity of patient presentations
They will be a role model for the profession and will have delegated responsibility for staff induction, training and development
The postholder will be required to represent the Radiology Service at local meetings and to liaise effectively with stakeholders

The postholder will exercise autonomy within professional and managerial boundaries

Main duties of the job

Monitors the performance of staff working in own area of responsibility against set competencies, rectifying any errors and reporting to the ADR or DMR as necessary
Undertakes the first stages of performance management in line with Trust policy; escalates issues to the DMR as necessary
Performs Return to Work interviews in accordance with Trust policy; undertakes first stages of absence management notifying the ADR or DMR of any issuesresponsibility; ensures these are up to date and stored confidentially.
Participates in the recruitment and selection of staff within own area of responsibility; actively promotes diversity in the recruitment, management and development of staff.
Is responsible for the management of annual leave within own area of responsibility via Optimise
Is authorised signatory for overtime payments, on-call payments and expense claims for staff within own area of responsibility
Contributes to strategic planning and service development in conjunction with the Medical Lead and ADR
Ensures appropriateness and currency of documentation in own area of responsibility
Represents the Radiology Service at local meetings and liaises with local stakeholders; provides an interface between the Department and services users.
Participates in the provision of the X-Ray out-of-hours service at WBCH
Leads the Quality Assurance equipment testing programme for own area of responsibility
Plans and manages the rota for the WBCH out-of-hours X-Ray service

About us

West Berkshire Community Hospital in based in Thatcham but is part of The University Department of Radiology (linked to Reading University) is a progressive teaching department for Radiographers, committed to continual innovation and improvement. CPD and role extension is actively encouraged, with support available to pursue academic courses and to develop your career within a supportive and friendly environment. We create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for all, and place our patients and staff at the heart of what we do.

West Berkshire Community Hospital has been designated as a Community Diagnostic Hub and has been awarded significant investment to upgrade the General Xray equipment and install a Cone Beam CT Unit.

West Berkshire Community Hospital is situated close to the M4 and stunning Berkshire countryside with good rail links to London.

This is a full time post, but part-time/flexible working would be considered for the right candidate. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the department for an informal visit and to discuss the post requirements

Date posted

24 July 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year per annum, pro rata for part time candidates

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

193-6495085UCGB7-LDR

Job locations

West Berkshire community Hospital

Benham Hill

Thatcham

RG18 3AS

Job description

Job responsibilities

Is responsible for the assessment, planning and prioritisation of tasks within area of responsibility, ensuring performance target are met.
Communicates effectively with other staff groups, both internal and external. These include clinicians and other healthcare professionals, senior Trust management, patients and their representatives, external agencies, commercial suppliers, service engineers and visitors to the department
Is conversant with departmental policies, and supports the ADR in ensuring that staff performance complies with professional standards.
Is aware of the requirements of Clinical Governance, Data Protection, Patient Confidentiality, IR(ME)R 2017, IRR17 and local and national Health and Safety Policies.
Abides by current policies and procedures of the Trust and/or the Radiology Department, and complies with the Health and Safety at Work Act.
Assists in improving departmental quality by challenging and questioning practice, contributing ideas and recommending changes as appropriate
Participates in departmental and team meetings as appropriate
Undertakes other duties appropriate to grade, as delegated by the ADR or DRM

Job description

Job responsibilities

Is responsible for the assessment, planning and prioritisation of tasks within area of responsibility, ensuring performance target are met.
Communicates effectively with other staff groups, both internal and external. These include clinicians and other healthcare professionals, senior Trust management, patients and their representatives, external agencies, commercial suppliers, service engineers and visitors to the department
Is conversant with departmental policies, and supports the ADR in ensuring that staff performance complies with professional standards.
Is aware of the requirements of Clinical Governance, Data Protection, Patient Confidentiality, IR(ME)R 2017, IRR17 and local and national Health and Safety Policies.
Abides by current policies and procedures of the Trust and/or the Radiology Department, and complies with the Health and Safety at Work Act.
Assists in improving departmental quality by challenging and questioning practice, contributing ideas and recommending changes as appropriate
Participates in departmental and team meetings as appropriate
Undertakes other duties appropriate to grade, as delegated by the ADR or DRM

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

State Registration with the Health & Care Professions Council
BSc Degree in Radiography or equivalent qualification DCR(R)
Evidence of current Continuing Professional Development activity

Desirable

Post Graduate Diploma or equivalent postgraduate experience

Experience

Essential

oEvidence of recent and extensive post-registration experience at Band 6
Proven clinical experience across a range of radiographic equipment and techniques

Desirable

Experience of staff supervision and/or training

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

State Registration with the Health & Care Professions Council
BSc Degree in Radiography or equivalent qualification DCR(R)
Evidence of current Continuing Professional Development activity

Desirable

Post Graduate Diploma or equivalent postgraduate experience

Experience

Essential

oEvidence of recent and extensive post-registration experience at Band 6
Proven clinical experience across a range of radiographic equipment and techniques

Desirable

Experience of staff supervision and/or training

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.

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