Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Band 8a Lead Superintendent Radiographer to join our Radiology Centre leadership team at Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust.
The post holder will work with the cross site team but is primarily responsible for the leadership of the large multidisciplinary team at the Royal Shrewsbury site. This is a diverse role actively managing multiple modalities including DXR, CT, MRI, NM and interventional lab. Effective communication skills are a necessity with the post holder being required to process complex information and support the development of the service to meet the ever changing needs of our patient and key stakeholders.
The post holder is accountable for service delivery, liaising with service users and other agencies as appropriate in addition to the management of complex imaging equipment to ensure compliance with the Ionising Radiation Regulations (IRR17) and the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (IRMER).
Main duties of the job
They will have a delegated budgetary responsibility ensuring a cost effective approach is adopted.
The post holder will provide expert knowledge and leadership for all modalities within the team and for the development of strategies to improve quality, efficiency and productivity.
See JD for further details
About us
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.
We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more detailed information about this post, please see the job description and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more detailed information about this post, please see the job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- DCR/ BSc (Hon) Diagnostic Radiography
- Evidence of professional management development
- Highly developed specialist knowledge underpinned by theory and experience
- Post graduate study to masters level or equivalent
Desirable
Management Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at a management/leadership within Radiology
- Experience of managing clinical and non-clinical risk
- Evidence of effective management of a complex and diverse workforce
Desirable
- Experience of service improvement including complex change management
Specialist Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
- Ability to manage a range of staff groups/professions to deliver objectives and targets
- Ability to manage a budget
- Ability to analyse complex and sometimes conflicting information in order to resolve issues
Desirable
- Expert knowledge of quality improvement tools and methodology
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- DCR/ BSc (Hon) Diagnostic Radiography
- Evidence of professional management development
- Highly developed specialist knowledge underpinned by theory and experience
- Post graduate study to masters level or equivalent
Desirable
Management Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at a management/leadership within Radiology
- Experience of managing clinical and non-clinical risk
- Evidence of effective management of a complex and diverse workforce
Desirable
- Experience of service improvement including complex change management
Specialist Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
- Ability to manage a range of staff groups/professions to deliver objectives and targets
- Ability to manage a budget
- Ability to analyse complex and sometimes conflicting information in order to resolve issues
Desirable
- Expert knowledge of quality improvement tools and methodology
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).
