Interventional, X-ray and Fluoroscopy Manager

1. To ensure a high quality patient focused service throughout the department. 2. To ensure the delivery of a professional and expert service in all areas of the department. 3. To perform examinations on patients commensurate with a high level of radiographic skill and patient care. 4. To review images and ensure that supplementary imaging procedures/views are considered prior to the patient departure from the department. 5. Ensure a high standard of patient care, both clinical and pastoral commensurate with good practice. 6. Deputise along with other Band 6 colleagues when necessary for the Band 7 radiographers. 7. Participate fully in the extended working day service Monday to Sunday including evenings, weekends and night shifts. 8. Comply with the Ionising Radiation Regulation 2017, (IRR 17) and the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017, (IRMER 2017) ensuring radiation doses are kept as low as reasonable achievable in line with Diagnostic Reference Levels (DRL). 9. Ensure the safety of patients and staff in all areas of the department. 10. Ensure general cleanliness and tidiness of all clinical areas including the cleaning and disposal of clinical and hazardous waste. 11. To take a lead with the Quality Assurance Programme and take part in departmental audit, when necessary. 12. To maintain adequate stocks of consumable items. 13. To exercise personal responsibility and make decisions in unpredictable situations. To ensure all aspects of the service are delivered within the departments defined quality standards. 14. To be proactive in the monitoring of the service provided in the department, developing and implementing proposals for improving the service.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Radiographer with substantial experience in General Radiography to join our friendly multi-disciplinary team working within Radiology at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust., This is a demanding role where excellent technical expertise in all aspects is required to ensure the delivery of a high quality, efficient and professional service. The successful candidates will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, performing radiographic examinations either single handed or as part of a team, whilst ensuring a high standard of radiographic technique and patient care is maintained at all times. The successful applicants will have responsibility for the organisation of staff and workflow, recognising the global needs of both the department and service provided. Applicants will be expected to use their own initiative and be capable of making decisions in unpredictable circumstances, providing leadership, knowledge and guidance to a team of Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners and Radiographic Assistants.,

• Able to demonstrate extensive post qualification experience in General Radiography
• Evidence of CPD
• Radiography Degree/ Diploma of the college of Radiographers Full HCPC Registration
• High standards of radiographic skills.
• High Standard of patient care
• Ability to understand, absorb and comply with detailed procedures.
• Mentorship skills, Clear and accurate written and verbal communication. Effective listening skills.
• Able to participate in the 24/7 shift system and work flexible hours.
• Willing to adapt to the changing needs of the service
• Proven ability to work and lead a team, be supportive of team members
• Ability to demonstrate planning, time management, organisational skills and the ability to complete a task
• Able to take on board new ideas, skills and knowledge.
• Able to organise and manage priorities under pressures
• Able to use own initiative and work without supervision within agreed protocols
• Proven ability to keep information confidential., You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
  At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 9,500 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work., We employ 10,000 staff, some of whom are award winning and internationally renowned for their work and achievements. We treat over 700,000 patients a year from the most serious of emergencies to planned operations and procedures. Our high quality healthcare services are offered across seven hospital and community sites.

At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust we support CPD and encourage advanced practice and as such we currently have 11 Advanced Practice Radiographers and a consultant radiographer. Our staff are friendly, supportive and dedicated professionals who will make you feel welcome. Our service is committed to encouraging staff to widen their scope of practice, with continuous professional development actively encouraged and supported by expert clinical leads.

The Trust is an equal opportunities employer, committed to improving the working lives of our staff and operates a 'Zero Tolerance' policy to aggression, violence, bullying and harassment. In addition, our aim is to help protect children and vulnerable adults by providing a first-class service to the recruitment of people into positions of trust. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, gender, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability or social background. We especially welcome applications from members of our black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities, as we have identified that ELHT has an under-representation of BAME employees. Appointments will be made on merit.

It is important you are made aware of the following as regards your application to East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

• Please note that the salary advertised is for full time hours. If this post is less than 37.5 hours per week, the salary will be pro-rata. For posts on Agenda for Change pay-scales, new entrants to the NHS will normally commence on the first pay point of the relevant band.
• This vacancy may close before the closing date if the recruiting manager deems sufficient applications have been received. Therefore it is advised to complete your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
• Please ensure you check the email account from which you apply regularly as we will use this to contact you regarding your application.
• Please note that shortlisting is completed anonymously with candidates being assessed against the essential criteria for the post. Therefore only applicants, who can clearly demonstrate how they meet our person specification criteria in their application, will be short-listed.

Disclosure and Barring Scheme (DBS) If the role you are applying for is identified as either controlled or regulated activity as defined in in the Safeguarding vulnerable Groups Act (2006) any offer of employment is provisional upon a satisfactory DBS check being obtained. The healthcare sector is exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. In line with other NHS organisations in the North West Region, the Trust is now passing the charge for undertaking a DBS check on to candidates in the event they are successfully appointed into the post for which they have applied. Candidates can choose whether to pay this over 1-3 months as a deduction from the monthly salary. However, if you are applying for a post as a BANK worker, the payment must be made in full at the time of employment checks. By applying for this vacancy you are agreeing to this undertaking in the event you are successfully appointed. The cost for an Enhanced DBS, is £45.90 and for a Basic & Standard, this is £24.90 this cost includes a £4.90 admin fee.

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