Job summary
The post holder will have overall responsibility for the strategic and operational management of the Digital Information Systems of the Trust wide RIS, PACS, IEP and other integrated software systems.
The post holder will be expected to manage and develop the PACS team to ensure that there is continuity of service at all times.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will develop a detailed technical understanding of the RIS/PACS systems architecture at RNOH and within the NCL ICS and will be RNOH's primary technical expert on PACS/RIS.
The post holder will work with the Digital Service (DS) managers to facilitate first line technical support and take part in second line technical support and problem solving with the DS Technical team.
The post holder will manage planned maintenance and upgrades.
The post holder will work with the RIS/PACs system vendors to maintain the PACS/RIS architecture
When necessary the post holder will provide out of hours IM&T support for Radiology.
The post holder is responsible for ensuring all local documentation, databases, system configuration documents and associated information streams are maintained and current.
Working closely with the Trust DS department to ensure a seamless delivery of Radiology services.
Working closely with the Radiology Board and Heads of Department to provide advice and guidance for delivering an effective IM&T strategy in Radiology to ensure a seamless and safe end to end electronic process for patients attending Radiology.
About us
RNOH Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust (RNOH) is the largest orthopaedic hospital in the UK and a global leader in our field. We provide a dynamic working environment where we support frontline staff to implement improvements so that we can realise our vision of being a world leading neuro-musculoskeletal hospital providing the best patient care and staff experience in the NHS, delivering world leading research, and offering a strong foundation of education, training and career progression. Our dedicated staff come from diverse backgrounds, and our patients benefit from the wide range of experience they bring to the trust. RNOH brings unrivalled expertise together in one place allowing us to deliver some of the world's most complex and innovative care to our patients. RNOH is rated good by the CQC and covers two sites, one in central London and one in Stanmore - which has recently opened The Stanmore Building, a new, state-of-the-art inpatient facility. For more information, please access the following link: https://www.rnoh.nhs.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a full time role 37.5 hours per week.
Please see the job description and person specifications attached to this advert for detailed descriptions.
Please contact the department for any further information about the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a full time role 37.5 hours per week.
Please see the job description and person specifications attached to this advert for detailed descriptions.
Please contact the department for any further information about the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 5 Years Post graduate level qualification or equivalent PACS experience in a large organisation either NHS or within the UK
- Significant experience of PACS and RIS management
- Evidence of knowledge of multiple data applications
Desirable
- Implementation of a PACS/CRIS in an acute Trust.
- Good knowledge of DICOM and HL7
- Change management experience.
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
- Self-motivating. A desire to perform well both professionally and personally
- Team Player. Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team. Flexible attitude
- Ability to prioritise workload. Good attention to detail.
IT
Essential
- A comprehensive knowledge of digital imaging systems.
- Excellent knowledge of PACS equipment and interfaces.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 5 Years Post graduate level qualification or equivalent PACS experience in a large organisation either NHS or within the UK
- Significant experience of PACS and RIS management
- Evidence of knowledge of multiple data applications
Desirable
- Implementation of a PACS/CRIS in an acute Trust.
- Good knowledge of DICOM and HL7
- Change management experience.
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
- Self-motivating. A desire to perform well both professionally and personally
- Team Player. Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team. Flexible attitude
- Ability to prioritise workload. Good attention to detail.
IT
Essential
- A comprehensive knowledge of digital imaging systems.
- Excellent knowledge of PACS equipment and interfaces.
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
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).
