Job summary United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals (ULTH) is eager to announce a rare opportunity for an MRI Modality lead. As a BScMR accredited site, the MRI services at United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals have undergone an exciting expansion with the opening a three new purpose-built community diagnostic centres (CDC) and an additional MRI inpatient scanner on our acute site. The service offers the latest in MRI technology including AI acceleration software. As part of our recent CDC investment we have procured the newest in ROCC technology which offers innovative ways to remotely support both scanning and training across all sites. As a result we are also working in collaboration with the Lincoln School of Radiography, who also have access to the ROCC system and will be jointly exploring piloting innovative student assessments. We have a combination of 9 static and 1 mobile MRI's state of the art Siemens and Phillips 1.5T scanners. We offer a wide range of services from Arthrograms, cardiac and GA examinations to our Nationally recognised specialist paediatric work using our three new kitten scanners. At United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals we pride ourselves on role development and have an established team of Knees, Spine and Cardiac MRI reporting advanced practitioners led by our newly appointed MRI clinical specialist. This is a deferment, the candidate will start no earlier than May 2025 Main duties of the job Working closely with the Operational team and MRI clinical specialist this post will provide professional, operational and strategic vision/leadership for ULTH MRI services. This role will direct and construct business plans, translating and considering potential conflicts within standards, expectations and information to effect National and Local targets and service objectives. Taking responsibility for the effective and efficient running of MRI service, this post will support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate ULTH values. About us From the rolling Wolds in the north, 30-mile stretch of golden sands on the east coast and the agricultural Fenlands of the south; The United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals is one of the largest hospital Trusts in the country. Providing a comprehensive range of hospital based medical, surgical, paediatric, obstetric, and gynaecological care to over 900,000 people across the rural county of Lincolnshire. Operating 11 hospital sites we deliver services in a range of other settings employing over 8,500 staff. Our latest CQC report increased our ratings for being effective and well-led from 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good'. Our rating for caring remained as 'Good'. This is in recognition of the huge amount of work that our amazing staff have done to improve the quality of care for our patients in recent years. We are committed to helping our staff balance their work and home lives and ensure they feel supported, valued and appreciated Date posted 15 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £50,952 to £57,349 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 357-LN-1808-24 Job locations Trustwide Greetwell road Lincoln LN2 5QY Job description Job responsibilities With the operational team and MRI clinical specialist the post holder will be responsible for the effective and efficient running of MRI across the Trust To lead, manage and assess processes within the context of procurement, evaluation and selection of imaging equipment, including setting specifications and the writing of business cases to support service development. To direct and construct business plans, translating and considering potential conflicts within standards, expectations and information to effect National and Local targets and service objectives To identify imaging service development opportunities through the analysis of complex patterns of service delivery and clinical developments and trends, investigating and assessing the conflicting clinical and financial constraints and outcomes of different models of healthcare delivery. Responsible for radiology services input into workforce planning within local and national recruitment programmes. Taking into account and considering local and national aims and policies which are unpredictable and contain conflicting expectations and objectives. Job description Job responsibilities With the operational team and MRI clinical specialist the post holder will be responsible for the effective and efficient running of MRI across the Trust To lead, manage and assess processes within the context of procurement, evaluation and selection of imaging equipment, including setting specifications and the writing of business cases to support service development. To direct and construct business plans, translating and considering potential conflicts within standards, expectations and information to effect National and Local targets and service objectives To identify imaging service development opportunities through the analysis of complex patterns of service delivery and clinical developments and trends, investigating and assessing the conflicting clinical and financial constraints and outcomes of different models of healthcare delivery. Responsible for radiology services input into workforce planning within local and national recruitment programmes. Taking into account and considering local and national aims and policies which are unpredictable and contain conflicting expectations and objectives. Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC Registration Relevant Professional qualification to degree level Management qualification Post Graduate degree at Master's level (or working towards) Desirable Project management course Teaching courses/qualifications Experience Essential Substantial experience in leading and managing diagnostic services. Substantial experience of the acute healthcare setting Experience of implementing policy, service planning and development Experience of budget management Experience of service monitoring and evaluation Experience of workforce planning, staff recruitment, development, appraisal and performance management Experience of chairing meetings Experience of managing complaints Desirable Presentation of own work at conference level Experience of organising/delivering learning opportunities at under graduate and post-graduate level Participation in post-graduate research Involvement in Regional professional group Knowledge - Skills - Aptitudes Essential Contemporary knowledge of Diagnostic Services Good understanding of contemporary issues for the other profession and knowledge of where to seek advice and support. Knowledge of current issues in Health and Social care Detailed understanding of Clinical governance. Very well-developed communication skills, including effective negotiating and influencing skills Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills Time-management skills with proven ability to meet conflicting demands, targets and deadlines Ability to produce accurate analyses of statistical data and reports Desirable Project management skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC Registration Relevant Professional qualification to degree level Management qualification Post Graduate degree at Master's level (or working towards) Desirable Project management course Teaching courses/qualifications Experience Essential Substantial experience in leading and managing diagnostic services. Substantial experience of the acute healthcare setting Experience of implementing policy, service planning and development Experience of budget management Experience of service monitoring and evaluation Experience of workforce planning, staff recruitment, development, appraisal and performance management Experience of chairing meetings Experience of managing complaints Desirable Presentation of own work at conference level Experience of organising/delivering learning opportunities at under graduate and post-graduate level Participation in post-graduate research Involvement in Regional professional group Knowledge - Skills - Aptitudes Essential Contemporary knowledge of Diagnostic Services Good understanding of contemporary issues for the other profession and knowledge of where to seek advice and support. Knowledge of current issues in Health and Social care Detailed understanding of Clinical governance. Very well-developed communication skills, including effective negotiating and influencing skills Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills Time-management skills with proven ability to meet conflicting demands, targets and deadlines Ability to produce accurate analyses of statistical data and reports Desirable Project 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust Address Trustwide Greetwell road Lincoln LN2 5QY Employer's website https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)