Job summary
The post holder will be responsible for the clinical and operational performance of Imaging Services within the Trust. The post holder will organise, direct and evaluate all aspects of the Imaging Service and deputise for the Senior Imaging Team as required.
In addition to leadership and management, the post holder will retain a practicing knowledge of at least one modality and a radiography theoretical or practicing knowledge in the other modalities.
The post holder will be responsible for delivering Keogh standards for 7 day access to diagnostics and to support the Trust strategy to provide access to diagnostics at the time of need to deliver optimum hyper-acute care.
The post holder will ensure compliance with clinical governance ensuring an effective framework is developed and will take part in any inspection requested by statutory bodies such as Health and Safety or CQC.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for providing the full range of imaging services ensuring there is safe and resilient 24hour radiographic cover for the department, meeting the immediate and future needs of all service users. The Imaging Operational Manager will provide specialist radiographic expertise and be responsible for the operational management of the imaging service. This will encompass Main & A&E X-Ray, CT, MRI, General and Maternity Ultrasound, DEXA scanning, Nuclear Medicine, Interventional and Cardiac Suites.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Imaging Operational Manager is entrusted with the crucial responsibility of overseeing the full spectrum of imaging services, ensuring the provision of safe and resilient 24-hour radiographic cover for the department. This role is pivotal in meeting the immediate and future needs of all service users. The successful candidate will provide specialised radiographic expertise and take charge of the operational management of the imaging service. This encompasses various modalities including Main & A&E X-Ray, CT, MRI, General and Maternity Ultrasound, DEXA scanning, Nuclear Medicine, Interventional, and Cardiac Suites.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management: Provide effective leadership and management of the imaging service, overseeing day-to-day operations, and ensuring adherence to established protocols and standards.
Resource Management: Manage staffing levels, rosters, and workload allocation to ensure optimum efficiency and coverage across all imaging modalities.
Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain quality assurance processes to uphold the highest standards of imaging services, including regular audits and compliance checks.
Patient Safety: Prioritise patient safety by ensuring equipment maintenance, radiation safety protocols, and infection control measures are rigorously followed.
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for service improvement and implement changes to enhance the delivery of imaging services, utilising feedback from service users and staff.
Budget Management: Assist in the development and management of departmental budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and efficient resource utilisation.
Staff Development: Foster a culture of continuous learning and development among imaging staff, providing training opportunities and support for professional growth.
Interdepartmental Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments and healthcare professionals to ensure seamless integration of imaging services into patient care pathways.
Emergency Response: Coordinate emergency response procedures to ensure uninterrupted imaging services during critical incidents or disasters.
Compliance and Regulation: Stay abreast of relevant regulations, standards, and guidelines governing imaging services, ensuring full compliance at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Imaging Operational Manager is entrusted with the crucial responsibility of overseeing the full spectrum of imaging services, ensuring the provision of safe and resilient 24-hour radiographic cover for the department. This role is pivotal in meeting the immediate and future needs of all service users. The successful candidate will provide specialised radiographic expertise and take charge of the operational management of the imaging service. This encompasses various modalities including Main & A&E X-Ray, CT, MRI, General and Maternity Ultrasound, DEXA scanning, Nuclear Medicine, Interventional, and Cardiac Suites.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management: Provide effective leadership and management of the imaging service, overseeing day-to-day operations, and ensuring adherence to established protocols and standards.
Resource Management: Manage staffing levels, rosters, and workload allocation to ensure optimum efficiency and coverage across all imaging modalities.
Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain quality assurance processes to uphold the highest standards of imaging services, including regular audits and compliance checks.
Patient Safety: Prioritise patient safety by ensuring equipment maintenance, radiation safety protocols, and infection control measures are rigorously followed.
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for service improvement and implement changes to enhance the delivery of imaging services, utilising feedback from service users and staff.
Budget Management: Assist in the development and management of departmental budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and efficient resource utilisation.
Staff Development: Foster a culture of continuous learning and development among imaging staff, providing training opportunities and support for professional growth.
Interdepartmental Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments and healthcare professionals to ensure seamless integration of imaging services into patient care pathways.
Emergency Response: Coordinate emergency response procedures to ensure uninterrupted imaging services during critical incidents or disasters.
Compliance and Regulation: Stay abreast of relevant regulations, standards, and guidelines governing imaging services, ensuring full compliance at all times.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Radiographic professional qualification e.g. degree in radiography or equivalent qualification
- HCPC registration
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in radiology at a Senior Radiographer/Superintendent level, including senior management
Skills
Essential
- Leadership skills and ability to lead change
- Excellent people management skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Radiographic professional qualification e.g. degree in radiography or equivalent qualification
- HCPC registration
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in radiology at a Senior Radiographer/Superintendent level, including senior management
Skills
Essential
- Leadership skills and ability to lead change
- Excellent people management 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).
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).
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