Clinical Unit Operations Manager

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Oxford; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Senior Radiology Manager to lead the delivery of Radiology services across the Churchill Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Horton Hospital and Community Services. The role reports to the Clinical Director and Directorate Manager, driving clinically excellent imaging services within a defined financial framework.

The post holder will provide professional leadership for Radiography, oversee staffing, budgets, governance, safety and

Qualifications

• BSc Hons Degree or equivalent in Radiography.
• State Registered Radiographer with the Health Care Professionals Council.
• Post graduate management qualification or equivalent (or working towards this).
• Highly developed, substantial and diverse clinical experience.
• Minimum of ten years' experience at management level.
• Experience of managing a large team delivering services in an environment that is complex, rapidly changing and resource constrained.
• Ability to manage the clinical and technical environment, and requirements relevant to the delivery of modern and effective clinical imaging.

Responsibilities

• Manage and be accountable for the direct delivery of Radiology services at multiple hospitals and community sites, planning, provision and development of Radiology services.
• Provide leadership and participate in Directorate management, committees and strategy groups; lead on projects and Trust-wide initiatives.
• Ensure delivery, planning and development are aligned with priorities and budgets, and maintain quality assurance and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Strategic planning

People management

Education

BSc Hons Degree in Radiography

HCPC registration

Postgraduate management qualification

Job description

The post is a senior management position within the Radiology & Imaging Directorate. The primary objective of the post is to ensure and be accountable for the management and delivery of high quality Radiology services. The post holder will be responsible for the delivery and development of the Radiology Services at the Churchill Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Horton Hospital & Community Services. Work collaboratively with the Clinical Director, Radiology Directorate Manager, Clinical & Modality Leads, to ensure the efficient management and strategic development of the Radiology services at the CH, NOC, HGH and Community services. Responsible for the financial management of Radiology services within the CH, NOC, HGH and Community services, maximising the use of resources within an agreed financial framework, Standing Financial Instructions and in line with Directorate and Trust procedures. The post holder will participate as part of the Directorate management team leading on projects, attending committees and strategy groups, and working collaboratively on Trust wide projects. provide overall leadership, direction and vision for the service.Main duties of the job To manage and be accountable for the direct delivery of Radiology services at the CH, NOC, HGH and Community services working with senior clinical and administrative staff in the planning, provision and development of Radiology services. The post holder will propose, implement and recognise problems and opportunities and provide related options and solutions. The post holder will provide leadership, ensure the appropriate delegation of tasks and take a problem solving approach to the management of the departments. The post holder will act as Professional Lead for Radiography services at the CH, NOC, HGH and Community services. The post holder will be expected to ensure that services are delivered, planned and continue to develop in line with and in response to current and projected priorities for the Trust, relevant and local, and national priorities, constantly reviewing current provision and its implications for patient care., Operational Management: To manage and be accountable for the direct delivery of Radiology services at the CH, NOC, HGH and Community services working with senior clinical and administrative staff in the planning, provision and development of Radiology services. Human Resource Management: The post holder must ensure the effective use of all staff. The post holder will monitor service delivery and skill mix to ensure the service is capable of delivering a quality service to the Trust now, and in the future. Finance & Resource Management: The post holder will ensure that the service is effectively and efficiently managed within available resources. The post holder will be accountable for the radiology budget and will fully participate in budget setting. The post holder will develop the cost improvement programme across the services and ensure that all projects are fully delivered. The post holder will be an authorised signatory for the CH, NOC, HGH and Community services, and ensure that the monthly salary returns are completed. Quality: The post holder will act as Radiation Protection Supervisor for the CH, NOC, HGH and Community Services sites, and co-ordinate the work of other RP's within the department. The post holder will assist when necessary the production of Ionising Radiation Local Rules and examination protocols. The post holder will ensure the implementation of Ionising Radiation Regulations IRR17 and IR(ME)R 17, and any subsequent legislation Trust wide. The post holder will be aware of the Trust's and Departmental Health and Safety policies, and will be responsible for ensuring effective Health and Safety, risk management, and quality assurance programmes are in place within the departments, and are in full compliance with Trust and Directorate strategies.

• BSc Hons Degree or equivalent in Radiography
• State Registered Radiographer with the Health Care Professionals Council
• Post graduate management qualification or equivalent (or working towards this)
• Highly developed, substantial and diverse clinical experience.
• Minimum of ten years' experience at management level.
• Experience of managing a large team delivering services in an environment that is complex, rapidly changing and resource constrained.
• Ability to manage the clinical and technical environment, and requirements relevant to the delivery of modern and effective clinical imaging

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