Overview
The post holder has overall responsibility for the operational management of the Digital Information Systems of the Trust-wide Radiology Information System (RIS), Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), and Image Exchange Portal (IEP), and other integrated software systems to enable clinicians managing the North Cumbria population to access radiology images and results at the point of care.
Main duties
The post holder will lead the RIS/PACS Team, demonstrating strong leadership and management to ensure the efficient delivery of all Radiology Clinical systems and continuity of patient care. They will play a leading technical role within the PACS/RIS Team as the Team Manager, ensuring Service Level Agreements and Clinical Imaging Information Systems users’ expectations are met or exceeded.
Work with local partners to ensure the electronic requesting system is clinically effective for radiology examinations and interfaces with radiology systems. Manage Radiology Clinical Systems with regard to performance, integrity, safety and risk management.
- Work with the Service Manager to monitor and manage key performance indicators. Ensure the efficient, effective and safe management of digital examination data in collaboration with the Professional Lead and Consultant Radiologist.
- Provide current expert advice on Radiology Clinical Systems to support the senior team in tactical and strategic decision making within the Trust.
- Provide senior support to radiology teams for technical and management problem solving as required.
About us
At NCIC, we aim to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout the county. Our five key principles are: clinically led, quality and safety at the heart of the Trust, a positive patient experience every time, a great place to work, and effective use of resources.
We are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are committed to being an inclusive and compassionate place to work. Across the North East and North Cumbria we work to be the greenest region in England by 2030, and all staff are expected to support sustainability.
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for detailed information regarding the essential and desirable criteria for applicants.
Qualifications
- BSC Radiographer or equivalent professional qualification, Information Technology or equivalent experience
- Post-graduate specialist knowledge of Radiology IT systems and configuration
- Post-graduate management qualification
- Evidence of training in managerial skills (e.g., project management, leadership)
- Current HCPC registration or equivalent professional registration
Knowledge and Experience
- Expert knowledge of Imaging Systems and their inter-relationship with other clinical services in a complex hospital environment
- Extensive experience of Radiology IT interfacing
- Proven ability to write complex SQL queries
- Advanced Excel skills and data extraction
- Systems and quality management experience
- Project management
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong understanding of confidentiality, the Data Protection Act, and data protection issues
- Ability to work with 3rd party suppliers and build effective working relationships
Skills and Aptitudes
- Experience in a senior role in a busy department with effective staff leadership
- Experience in budget management and being an authorised signatory
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and organized with proven leadership abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Analytical skills to interpret data, produce reports and policies, and present information clearly
- Ability to make decisions based on complex information and contribute to service development
- Experience leading change management and service redesign
- Experience training individuals or groups of staff
Other requirements
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Resilient, flexible, and adaptable to achieve objectives
- Commitment to diversity and equality policies
- Ability to travel to other locations as required
- Occasional out-of-hours support
Disclosure and Barring Service
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires Disclosure to be checked by the DBS. The cost of the DBS may be met by the candidate via salary deduction where applicable.
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 per annum (pro rata)
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