Cardiology PACS Support Manager

NHS; Newport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a dynamic and motivated Cardiology PACS Support Manager. This role involves supporting IT systems in Cardiology to enhance patient care and requires knowledge of PACS systems and performance reporting. The post is fixed-term for 12 months and offers extensive training and benefits. The ideal candidate will have strong IT skills and the ability to work in a team and under pressure.

Benefits

Flexible working

Occupational health support

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Good understanding of PACS systems and performance reporting.
• Experience working with Cardiology/Radiology PACS systems.
• Competent in managing operational processes in an acute service environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day system administration of Cardiology IT systems.
• Provide performance reports and data for clinical audits.
• Support the Clinical IT Manager in implementing new technology.

Skills

IT system integration

Presentation skills

Leadership qualities

Ability to work independently

Ability to speak Welsh

Education

Good Education & IT knowledge

Tools

Microsoft operating systems

NHS IT Systems

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, enthusiastic and motivatedCardiology PACS Support manager to join our busy directorate team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Cardiology Clinical IT Manager by generally assisting with the smooth running of all Cardiology IT systems and act as the systems support specialist assisting the clinical team directly.

The band 5 post will be based at the Royal Gwent Hospital covering Cardiology Services. You will be supported in your development by the Clinical IT Manager, Operational Service Manager and Directorate Manager.

This post is fixed term/secondment for 12 months to cover maternity leave. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an individual who will assist with the day-to-day system administration of the cardiology Picture Archiving and Communications System (PACS), Computerised cardiology Information System and all associated systems within cardiology to assist the clinical team deliver excellent patient care by using their knowledge of the cardiology departments clinical and administrational needs.

The post holder will assist the Cardiology Clinical IT Systems Manager on the purchase and evaluation of new systems, implement changes and help ensure the health board continues to have a functional cardiology imaging and reporting system that meets the needs of the clinical staff who use it. They will assist the Cardiology Clinical IT Manager, Directorate Manager, Operational Services Manager in planning and implementing operationalinitiatives in line with local and national strategies.

The Post holder will provide statistical data for audits (both local and national), assist in investigating clinical incidence which may involve dealing with sensitive or contentious issues. The post holder will be responsible for devising service performance reports and communicating them effectively to key stakeholders both internal and external to develop any necessary tools to improve processes and services across the directorate and division.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.

We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.

Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Knowledge

• Good Education & IT knowledge
• Knowledge of PACS Systems/Performance Reporting
• Knowledge of DICOM / Fault prioritisation and management
• Performance Reporting / Awareness of new technology developments
• Knowledge and understanding of IG / Policies, procedures within Clinical IT environment

Experience

• Working with Cardiology/Radiology PACS systems
• Implementing Projects, Change & change management
• Competent in use of Microsoft operating systems and applications / NHS IT Systems and data
• Performance management / Monitoring, Quality, Audit
• Training and compiling training material / Complaint Management
• Operational Management knowledge / Understanding of Acute services

Skills & Attributes

• Ability to integrate IT systems / Presentation skills / Methodical
• Able to work independantly, part of team / work in a pressured environment
• Strong leadership qualities / Manage situations / Reliable

Other

• Self motivated / Flexible approach to work / willing to work unsocial hours
• Approachable / Able to work Professionally and confidentially / Able to promote the service
• Ability to Speak welsh

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.