An exciting opportunity is waiting for you at Withybush General Hospital. Due to promotion of the current post holder, we are seeking a dynamic leader capable of delivering exemplary patient-centred care. The post holder must be strongly aligned to the importance of developing positive cultures within their modality and developing working practices in line with the latest guidance and research.
The radiology department in Withybush Hospital serves the county of Pembrokeshire, dealing with a variety of patients from A&E, Same Day Emergency Care, Inpatients, Outpatient clinics, Theatres, and GPs.
We have benefited from Welsh Government funding to upgrade much of the imaging equipment. Within the general area, this includes two new Samsung DR rooms and DR mobiles, OPG, and two new image intensifiers. In addition to this, we have a fluoroscopy unit and a 3rd DR unit on order. As a whole, the general department comprises of 2 general X-ray rooms, a mammography room, A&E room, and fluoroscopy.
The department is busy, operating a 24/7 service with on-call rota covering evenings and weekends. The post holder would need to have excellent knowledge of IRMER and QA. Previous experience within a senior radiographic role, management, or significant experience as a general radiographer would be advantageous.
Main duties of the job
Duties include staff management of the general radiography workforce and will involve addressing the daily operational needs of the team, PADR, rota management, supervision, and training of staff and students.
The role requires strong clinical leadership and complex decision-making, particularly when deputising for the Site Superintendent Radiographer.
The post holder will also be attuned to the latest research and evidence-based developments to support service improvements, in line with the strategic direction of the department.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post. English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and its bordering counties. Our 11,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health, and learning disabilities services for around 384,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private, and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers.
Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli, and Withybush General in Haverfordwest.
Seven community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery in Carmarthenshire, Tregaron, Aberaeron, and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire.
Numerous locations providing mental health and learning disabilities services.
Highly specialised and tertiary services commissioned by the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee, a joint committee representing seven health boards across Wales.
Job description
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism, thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 22/10/2024.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
* Degree in diagnostic radiography or equivalent diploma State registration
* HCPC registration
* Knowledge of IR(ME)R 2017 and IRR 2017
Desirable
* PG Diploma/M level module in further imaging modalities/reporting of radiographic images
* Postgraduate study in an area relevant to the post.
Experience
Essential
* Experience in a senior radiographic role in a supervisory capacity.
* Advanced clinical experience
* Continuous professional development in radiography, substantiated by personal portfolio
* Use of PACS/RIS and CR systems at key user level
Desirable
* Wide experience of senior radiography/junior management
* Previous experience as RPS
Other
Essential
* Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
* Flexible approach to needs of the service
Language Skills
Desirable
* Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
Employer details
Employer name
Address
Withybush General Hospital
Fishguard Road
Haverfordwest
SA61 2PZ
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