Deputy Chief Radiographer

Work Initiatives; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Professional Development Allow

Sonic Healthcare Radiology Conference

On-the-job training and development

Great earning potential with strong

Five weeks annual leave with leave

Parental leave and salary packaging

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Queensland X-Ray is seeking a Senior Radiology Operations Manager to oversee clinical services across a multi-disciplinary team, under the direction of senior radiology leaders. The role involves clinical leadership, rostering, and ensuring high-quality patient care in a Level 3 facility.

The position includes a rotating roster with potential overtime, weekend and on-call work as part of a dynamic imaging service within the Sonic Healthcare network.

Qualifications

• Experience in medical imaging leadership and clinical governance.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams in a high-performing imaging service.
• Strong understanding of professional standards and safety in radiology.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational management of Medical Imaging clinical services across a multi-disciplinary team.
• Provide managerial leadership for workforce planning and service improvement initiatives.
• Support delivery of imaging services within a Level 3 facility in line with policies.
• Coordinate safety, quality, and training across the facility.

Job description

About Us

Queensland X-Ray's focus on 'Our People Make a Difference’ is reflected in our culture which stems from the 'Core Values’. Led by an experienced team of radiologists and imaging specialists, Queensland X-Ray has almost 50 sites statewide.

We are one of the largest and longest-standing medical imaging businesses in Queensland. Our success can be attributed to our unwavering commitment to providing customers with a caring and highly specialised service that is continuously delivered by the most experienced professionals.

Being an entity of Sonic Healthcare, an ASX top 40 listed company, we are able to ensure our technology and equipment are state-of-the-art. You will work with the latest medical imaging equipment, in world-class facilities and with experts in their field.

About the role

The successful applicant will support the operational management of the Medical Imaging clinical services across a multidisciplinary team under the direction the Chief Radiographer and Managing Radiologist. It would be desirable for applicants to have experience in the delivery of advanced level medical imaging in multiple modalities and be able to demonstrate clinical leadership. This role is responsible for supporting the delivery of Medical Imaging services within a QXR Level 3 facility.

This role requires participation in a rotating roster with opportunity for overtime including weekend and on call work.

Key Accountabilities

Leadership and Operational Management

• Support the operational management of Medical Imaging clinical services across a multidisciplinary team under the direction of the Managing Radiologist and Chief Radiographer in accordance with Queensland X-ray operational requirements.
• Provide supporting managerial leadership of the multi-disciplinary Medical Imaging team delivering services in accordance with the relevant prescribed professional and ethical standards and the established practice and company-wide clinical protocols and policies.
• Where required, be able to perform higher duties during periods of absence of the Chief Radiographer.
• Represent Queensland X-ray at a facility level on matters relating to service provision and delivery where appropriate.
• Lead the development of service improvement initiatives across a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the provision of high quality Medical Imaging services.
• Provide direction to the operations team for the purpose of workforce planning and capability strategies to achieve enhancement and efficiency in service delivery where required.
• Provide supporting managerial leadership in the development, implementation and monitoring of programs and policies (including education and/or research) within the facility to support the continuum of care.
• Provide supporting managerial leadership under the direction of the operations team for the administration, direction and control of resource management and financial management of the facility.
• Apply well-developed clinical knowledge and skills to the management of Medical Imaging services ensuring alignment with Queensland X-ray operational requirements.
• Foster and promote a culture of service excellence through continuing demonstration of a high level of responsibility, accountability and initiative across all aspects of clinical practice.
• Coordination and mentorship of University & Work experience Students with a focus on facilitating required learning outcomes.

Clinical Practice

• Deliver advanced level medical imaging clinical services across a multi-modality, multidisciplinary team in accordance with: o prescribed professional and ethical standards o the established practice and company-wide clinical protocols and policies o the rostering and service delivery requirements of the practice
• Demonstrate and promote by example, a high level of patient care, compassion and clinical awareness.
• Apply advanced professional, clinical judgement to complex caseloads, adapting routine clinical practice using valid and reliable evidence based practice.
• Maintain an advanced level of theoretical knowledge and practical skills in multiple modalities obtained through professional development, postgraduate education or formal qualifications.
• Apply expertise to solve large-scale and/or complex clinical service or work‑flow problems.

Communication / Team Participation

• Provide advanced level clinical advice and direction based on a well-developed clinical background to Medical Imaging practitioners.
• Provide supporting authoritative counsel on matters relating to service provisions.
• Collaborate with practice leaders across Queensland X-ray to ensure effective service delivery and enhance quality outcomes.

Safety and Quality

• Foster and promote a workplace culture that aligns with the Sonic Core Values.
• Assume accountability for all aspects of safety and quality within the facility.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive culture
• Annual Professional Development Allowance
• Sonic Healthcare Radiology Conference Attendance
• Internal L&D workshops and events
• Great earning potential with strong rates and annual reviews
• 5 weeks Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Paid parental leave and salary packaging
• Committed to health and well-being, including access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Reward and Recognition Points System - we like to celebrate success!
• Fitness Passport (Access to 350+ Gyms)
• Bulk Billing & Discounted Fees
• Motor Vehicle Salary Packages
• Dell Purchasing Program
• Barista Coffee machines at all practices
• On-the-job training and ongoing learning and development
• Opportunities for career advancement within the Queensland X-Ray Team