Lead Radiographer - Scheduled Care

NHS; Bangor; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Bangor is seeking a dedicated Lead Radiographer to enhance their team. This role includes direct patient care, supervisory responsibilities, and opportunities for service improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a thorough understanding of relevant medical guidelines. Join us to make a significant impact on patient care and your professional development in radiology.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Radiography role with a focus on patient care.
• Ability to supervise and mentor staff and students.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality, patient-centered service as part of the Radiography team.
• Mentor junior staff and students in Radiography.
• Contribute to service improvements through audits.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Understanding of IR(ME)R

Knowledge of IRR17

Familiarity with iRefer Guidelines

Job description

Exciting Opportunity - Lead Radiographer for Scheduled Care

Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic Radiographer ready to develop your skills and eager to embrace a leadership role? This post offers an opportunity to hone your management skills, be involved with service improvements, and significantly impact patient care.

The successful applicant will acquire leadership experience, contribute to patient pathways and lead and motivate their team.

The role will involve -

• Working alongside Senior Radiographers to provide a high quality, patient-centred service.
• The supervision and mentoring of staff and students, to ensure professional standards are adhered to.
• Help improve the service through audits.
• Undertake delegated management responsibilities, including appraisals, staff support, return-to-work discussions, and workflow coordination.

This role is perfect for a proactive, problem-solving Radiographer with excellent communication skills and a passion for continuous improvement. A solid understanding of IR(ME)R, IRR17, and iRefer Guidelines is essential.

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

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with Principal Operations Radiographers to deliver a high-quality, patient-focused service.
• Set and uphold standards within your area, participate in audits, and identify areas for improvement in collaboration with colleagues.
• Supervise, assess, and teach staff, students, and visitors, ensuring compliance with BCUHB policies, Radiology protocols, and professional standards.
• Promote strong working relationships across departments, assisting in resolving local issues where appropriate.
• Engage in delegated line management responsibilities such as conducting 'Return to Work' interviews and appraisals and assigning relevant staff to work areas.

This role requires excellent verbal and written communication skills and a thorough understanding of IR(ME)R, IRR17 Regulations, and iRefer Guidelines. This is an ideal stepping stone for those considering senior roles in the future.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds and experience levels, provided you have the motivation and commitment to succeed in this role.

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to delivering excellence in radiology. Apply now and take the next step in your career!

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

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Experience

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Skills

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Personal Qualities

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

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.

£39,263 to £47,280 a yearper annum, pro rata