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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Service Delivery
• To lead, manage and develop clinical photography services.
• To prioritise the photographic work of the department and ensure it is carried out in a timely manner, encouraging the highest level of personal & professional standards.
• To be responsible for the development of the service to accord with the service needs of the trust. To liaise with Clinicians and other health professionals/managers to achieve best service delivery.
• To be responsible for Data management and uploading procedure carried out by the administration staff in line with information governance and data storage. To liaise with I.T and the Information governance team where necessary.
• To be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of staff training.
• Utilise appropriate methods of communication and contact with staff, to ensure effective communication of departmental, divisional & Trust matters and that there is a satisfactory system in place for their views to be reflected back to the division.
• To be responsible for the technical performance, management of the department and development of the service to the highest standards of performance and organisational efficiency.
• To undertake a system of staff appraisal in line with Trust recommendations and ensure a programme of staff development, including Personal Development plans is in place for all staff in the department. To undertake recruitment and selection as necessary. Undertake disciplinary procedures and manage the annual leave procedure, use and entitlement. Also authorise Travel reimbursements.
• To review skills and abilities of all department staff and make recommendations to the directorate manager on the optimisation of skill mix and multi-skilling.
• To supervise and promote safe working practices and maintain, update and ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies in relation to procedures, equipment and materials used within the department.
• To be responsible for maintaining consumable stock in the department, researching best value for money.
• To undertake and supervise audits where necessary within the department.
• Assist clinicians and researchers in R&D where clinical imaging is an important element.
• To create and Review Photography policies, guidelines and SOPs.
• To liaise with CMPE management with regard to control and expenditure of department budget.
Clinical and Technical
• To provide specialist advice to clinicians on image management
• To participate in the needs of the service as required.
• Responsible for servicing and maintenance of equipment in the department.
• Undertake photographic of patients in the department studio, onwards, clinics, operating theatres, post-mortem room etc.
• To generate information using complex software systems. To maintain and update patient's records, print clinical photographs etc., and prepare presentations for clinicians.
• To act with empathy, understanding, tact when dealing with young, elderly confused and terminally ill patients.
• Photography may require a photographer to adopt awkward working positions. Exposure to body fluids likely may be required to remove dressings prior to photography.
• Ensure that department staff are aware of infection control measures when undertaking photography on the wards and theatres.
• To maintain teamwork and to develop staff skills and skill mix.
• To analyse situations and use experience and skills to compare the options available when photographing different conditions. Patients may have "hidden" conditions that need to be taken into account.
• To liaise with the CMPE management and finance partners when developing new business cases.
Professional
• Keep up to date with all relevant Medical Imaging issues.
• To research advances in the profession, using professional judgement to apply and develop methods which are based on required operational procedures, with emphasis on cost implications of introducing new technology and changing work practices.
• To attend meetings at other Trusts to develop a support network and to share best practice with other managers within the profession.
• Responsible for the developing and implementation of departmental policies and protocols and ensuring the delivery of relevant training as necessary.
• To respect patients' privacy and dignity whilst undertaking the photography, using concise instructions and persuasive skills to gain co-operation when patients may be need to be positioned correctly and required to remove some or all items of clothing.
• To conduct trials on new equipment where appropriate to analyse new equipment before purchase and implementation in the department.
• To be responsible for assessing own training needs and undertake continual professional development.
• Responsible for implementing local and national policies e.g. Health and Safety confidentially, patient consent etc. Follow all Caldicott guidelines for patient confidentiality and data protection.
• Communicate concise instructions to patients regarding correct positions for clinical photography using tact and diplomacy in difficult situations (patients may be required to remove several or all items of clothing).
Administrative
• Responsible for income generation in the department including development of new service areas. Liaising with senior management with regard to control and expenditure of the department budget.
• Maintains the clinical data base and make any amendments when necessary.
• To ensure the effective use of all resources and to ensure that any agreed budgets are kept within specified financial limits and operate within approved financial policies.
• Maintains suitable stock levels of consumables and researching best value for money.
• Day to day Management of staff in the department, including prioritising work load, undertaking appraisals, setting Personal Development Plans, training, recruitment/selection and disciplinary matters.
• Responsible for the day to day running of the departments and service delivery.
• Ability to analyse complex problems whilst working under pressure and find appropriate solutions to ensure service delivery is maintained.
• Overall responsibility for vacancy / talent management, ensuring all vacancies are recruited to in a timely manner and in line with the our recruitment and selection policy
NOTE
This job description indicates the duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to meet the present needs of the service across the Christie Network. Since from time to time these needs may change, it is necessary to recognize that the post holder must be willing to undertake other and/or different duties appropriate to the grade of the job that may, after discussion, assigned by the CMPE management.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Degree level qualification in Clinical Photography / relevant media degree
* Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
* Registered Clinical Photographer
* Management knowledge acquired through training to master's degree or equivalent level of knowledge.
Desirable criteria
* Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) standard
Experience
Essential criteria
* Demonstrable experience working within a Medical Illustration department
* Experience of developing & implementing digital photography & image management systems
Desirable criteria
* Experience of managing a Medical Illustration department
Skills
Essential criteria
* Motivated
* Good communication skills
* Empathetic
* Willing to work as part of a team
* Flexibility regarding working hours
Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Up to date knowledge of, data protection and Caldicott guidelines
* Understanding of digital imaging and related software
OTHER
Essential criteria
* Ability to work under pressure
* Reliability
* Punctual
* Ability to use initiative
The closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.
We want to ensure that everyone who works at the Christie or uses our services is welcomed, valued and treated with dignity and respect. The Christie values diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all and fair representation across the organisation at all levels. In support of these commitments, we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority people and people with disabilities for this post. Appointment will be only on merit.
We are committed to creating a balanced and diverse workforce. As such we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Together we will foster inclusion and tackle inequity and health inequalities in cancer care.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
All positions within the Christie are subject to the receipt of satisfactory written references, medical clearance and evidence of your Right to Work in the UK. Some roles will require a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Please note if you are successfully appointed to a post with this Trust, you will be required to pay for your own DBS Disclosure.
By applying for this post you are agreeing to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system. If you are offered a job information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system. Please note, all communication regarding your application will be made via email, please ensure you check your junk/spam folders as emails are sometimes filtered there.
If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, I regret that on this occasion your application will have been unsuccessful.
The Inter-Authority Transfer (IAT) process is a critical and beneficial component of ESR and will form part of the recruitment process. In the event that you are successful following interview your previous NHS employment data, if applicable will be transferred from your current / most recent employer.
Overseas candidates wishing to apply for this position and who would require immigration sponsorship, may wish to self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the post on the UKVI website.
You should be aware the Trust operates a No Smoking Policy and therefore employees are not permitted to smoke at work.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
* Job Description & Person Specification (PDF, 186.9KB)
* The Christie Values and Behaviours (PDF, 919.5KB)
* Strategy Brochure (PDF, 1.0MB)
* Trust Membership - Christie Talent (PDF, 23.0KB)
* Travel to The Christie (PDF, 3.8MB)
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