Job summary
Anexciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy PACS Managerin Radiology. This is a 37.5 hour, position, based at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary, though travel between sites may be required. The Trust has 6 sites, and carries out of full range of investigations, including Projectional Imaging, MR, CT, Ultrasound, Radionuclide Imaging and Breast screening.
The Trust procured Sectra PACS in 2016 and this was followed by Sectra RIS in 2019.
This post is to provide support to the current PACS manager, to ensure the smooth running of PACS, RIS, and other IT systems within Radiology. The post holder will have to work closely with all Radiology Departments and also with I3 to help support any future developments.
Anyone newly appointed to the trust will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 6 month probationary period. This will give the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment. Applications are welcomed from those with a Radiography or IT background.
If you are interested in pursuing your career in a friendly and progressive Trust within easy reach of the Lake District please telephone for further information or to arrange an informal visit.
Main duties of the job
The Radiology Information Technology (IT) /Picture Archive and Communication System ( PACS) Deputy Manager will support the IT/PACS Manager in the operational performance of the trust wide Radiology IT Systems. They have responsibility for managing technical issues that affect Radiology IT which may arise with the systems on a day-to-day basis. They will escalate serious unresolved issues to the provider in conjunction with the IT/PACS Manager and the IT service desk.
The Radiology IT/PACS Deputy Manager is responsible for administration and troubleshooting of issues affecting Radiology IT systems (including PACS and RIS) cross Bay, supporting the IT/PACS Manager. In the absence of the IT/PACS Manager, the Radiology IT/PACS Deputy Manager will be responsible for Radiology IT issues within the trust.
The Radiology IT/PACS Deputy Manager is responsible for supervision and training of site-based PACS and RIS administrators, and organising and leading cross Bay meetings for these staff.
The Radiology IT/PACS Deputy Manager provides support to the PACS/RIS administrators and key users, to provide training to the staff both within and outside Radiology. This will involve delivering formal scheduled, and ad-hoc, training to groups of staff as required.
The Radiology IT/PACS Deputy Manager, will support the Radiology IT/PACS manager in procurement of new systems and equipment for their site, and the Trust.
About us
We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Our community services for adults are provided in people's homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our websitehttps://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our websitehttps://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc Radiography or Degree or equivalent in Project Management or appropriate IT discipline
Desirable
- Qualified or trained in project management to a recognised level or methodology, or Radiology management experience
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in the use and maintenance of Radiology IT systems OR significant level if relevant experience in commercial or health service management or equivalent experience in IM&T area
- Experience in a wide range of radiographic techniques and equipment with an ability to demonstrate an in depth understanding of the principles of Radiography and Radiography equipment OR Proven track record in successfully delivering projects in a similar environment
- Experience in managing organisational change, change management and benefits realisation
- Awareness of relevant Trust regional and National NHS developments
- Must achieve high standards of professional behaviour in dealing with clients and users at all times
Desirable
- Qualified in areas such as oBenefits Realisation oChange Management oProcess Redesign / Optimisation
- Experience of using project monitoring / tracking tools
- Have a working knowledge of the systems and infrastructure deployed by UHMB
- An in-depth knowledge of how the Health service operates, with particular experience in project management of diverse healthcare technology projects
- Supervision and mentoring of newly qualified and junior staff and mentoring students
- Comprehensive understanding of Trust IT architecture
Skills, Ability and Knowledge
Essential
- Work to departmental policies and procedures
- Effective communicator, verbally and written to support report writing, presenting and maintaining good relationships
- Proven ability to troubleshoot and problem solve
- Good interpersonal skills & self - motivation
- Possess the ability to work with confidential information
- Have the ability to asses situations and make judgments to arrive at the correct
Desirable
- Skills in business/process analysis
- Managing complex programmes of work
- Problem solving
- Negotiation skills
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc Radiography or Degree or equivalent in Project Management or appropriate IT discipline
Desirable
- Qualified or trained in project management to a recognised level or methodology, or Radiology management experience
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in the use and maintenance of Radiology IT systems OR significant level if relevant experience in commercial or health service management or equivalent experience in IM&T area
- Experience in a wide range of radiographic techniques and equipment with an ability to demonstrate an in depth understanding of the principles of Radiography and Radiography equipment OR Proven track record in successfully delivering projects in a similar environment
- Experience in managing organisational change, change management and benefits realisation
- Awareness of relevant Trust regional and National NHS developments
- Must achieve high standards of professional behaviour in dealing with clients and users at all times
Desirable
- Qualified in areas such as oBenefits Realisation oChange Management oProcess Redesign / Optimisation
- Experience of using project monitoring / tracking tools
- Have a working knowledge of the systems and infrastructure deployed by UHMB
- An in-depth knowledge of how the Health service operates, with particular experience in project management of diverse healthcare technology projects
- Supervision and mentoring of newly qualified and junior staff and mentoring students
- Comprehensive understanding of Trust IT architecture
Skills, Ability and Knowledge
Essential
- Work to departmental policies and procedures
- Effective communicator, verbally and written to support report writing, presenting and maintaining good relationships
- Proven ability to troubleshoot and problem solve
- Good interpersonal skills & self - motivation
- Possess the ability to work with confidential information
- Have the ability to asses situations and make judgments to arrive at the correct
Desirable
- Skills in business/process analysis
- Managing complex programmes of work
- Problem solving
- Negotiation skills
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).
Additional information
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).
