Job summary The Radiography Services Lead will work as part of the Clinical Imaging management team to provide clinical management to modalities across the Specialty. The Clinical Imaging Specialty has a budget in excess of £29,000,000 and a workforce of circa 380 WTE who run Imaging services at sites from the Isles of Scilly to the Cornwall and Devon boarder. Main duties of the job As a Lead, you will be accountable for the efficient and effective clinical and operational management of the Radiography and Nursing workforce within the Specialty, guaranteeing provision of high-quality evidence-based Imaging practice which will be delivered within an acute hospitals, community and outreach setting. You will be a strong clinical leader, easily identifiable, highly visible and accessible to patients, carers and staff. Alongside clinical and operational responsibilities, you will support the developments of clinical governance and service improvement to modernise patient services and ensure the active evolvement of patients and carers in the way services are developed, delivered and evaluated. Leading by example, you will drive up standards of clinical care and have the authority to get the essential components of care right for patients- clean treatment areas and departments, quality care, ensuring patients are treated with dignity and respect, resolving problems for patients and relatives and ensuring high standards are maintained throughout the services. About us The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million. We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School. The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation. Date posted 06 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year pro rata per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 156-6736332 Job locations Royal Cornwall Hospital, Treliske Royal Cornwall Hospital, Treliske Truro TR1 3LJ Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed. Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma from the Royal College of Radiographers or a BSc in Radiography HCPC Registration Post Graduate Certificate in a relevant discipline Evidence of continuing professional development Masters Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience Desirable Teaching Qualification Management Qualification Experience Essential Experience of managing budgets People management experience Experience of working in a clinical leadership role in a healthcare setting Experience of procuring equipment Service improvement and redesign Successful track record in conflict resolution and performance management Desirable Involvement in Imaging Services accreditation Skills and Knowledge Essential Advanced clinical skills in one or more imaging specialty Operational requirements of IR(ME)R 2000 and IRR 99 regulations High level of interpersonal and organisational skills Excellent communication and negotiating skills Understanding of business planning - able to think and plan in order to articulate clear objective setting / requirements for service delivery Ability to analyse complex and diverse data to identify trends to demonstrate appropriate changes that will be required to be undertaken Committed to delivering patient safety care Able to work across professional teams and organisational boundaries Desirable Demonstrates an awareness of the NHS modernisation agenda, specifically in relation to Radiology Disposition Essential Ability to be innovative and forward thinking Takes a positive approach to change Able to respond positively and equitably to the requirements of a demanding service Respectful and courteous Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma from the Royal College of Radiographers or a BSc in Radiography HCPC Registration Post Graduate Certificate in a relevant discipline Evidence of continuing professional development Masters Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience Desirable Teaching Qualification Management Qualification Experience Essential Experience of managing budgets People management experience Experience of working in a clinical leadership role in a healthcare setting Experience of procuring equipment Service improvement and redesign Successful track record in conflict resolution and performance management Desirable Involvement in Imaging Services accreditation Skills and Knowledge Essential Advanced clinical skills in one or more imaging specialty Operational requirements of IR(ME)R 2000 and IRR 99 regulations High level of interpersonal and organisational skills Excellent communication and negotiating skills Understanding of business planning - able to think and plan in order to articulate clear objective setting / requirements for service delivery Ability to analyse complex and diverse data to identify trends to demonstrate appropriate changes that will be required to be undertaken Committed to delivering patient safety care Able to work across professional teams and organisational boundaries Desirable Demonstrates an awareness of the NHS modernisation agenda, specifically in relation to Radiology Disposition Essential Ability to be innovative and forward thinking Takes a positive approach to change Able to respond positively and equitably to the requirements of a demanding service Respectful and courteous Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team 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 Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust Address Royal Cornwall Hospital, Treliske Royal Cornwall Hospital, Treliske Truro TR1 3LJ Employer's website https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)