PACS & Radiology Systems Manager

Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Gobowen; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a senior Radiology Systems Manager to lead the management, development and optimisation of the Trust's Radiology digital systems, including PACS, RIS and associated imaging technologies. You will ensure systems are safe, reliable and aligned to clinical needs.

You will work with Radiology, Digital Services, clinical teams, suppliers and partners to provide expert leadership, support system upgrades, and drive service

Qualifications

• Experience managing radiology digital systems including PACS/RIS.
• Knowledge of information governance and cyber security in healthcare IT.
• Ability to lead across clinical, operational and supplier environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day Radiology systems including performance and availability.
• Oversee user access management and data quality.
• Lead upgrades, integrations and digital transformation initiatives.
• Ensure business continuity and risk management for imaging systems.

Skills

PACS administration

RIS systems

Radiology IT

Cyber security

Information governance

Tools

PACS

RIS

IEP

Job description

This senior specialist role is responsible for the management, development and optimisation of the Trust's Radiology digital systems, including PACS, RIS and associated imaging technologies. The post holder will ensure systems are safe, reliable, resilient and aligned to clinical and operational requirements.

Working closely with Radiology, Digital Services, clinical teams, suppliers and external partners, the successful candidate will provide specialist leadership and technical expertise across the imaging systems portfolio. Responsibilities include system administration, performance monitoring, user access management, data quality, information governance, cyber security, business continuity and supplier management.

The role will support system upgrades, integrations, service improvements and digital transformation initiatives, ensuring imaging systems effectively support patient care through timely access to images and reports and efficient clinical workflows.

The post holder will act as the Trust's subject matter expert for Radiology systems, providing advice and support to clinical and non-clinical users and helping to translate technical issues into practical solutions., The PACS & Radiology Systems Manager provides specialist leadership for the management, development and optimisation of the Trust's Radiology digital systems, including PACS, RIS, IEP and associated imaging technologies. The post holder is responsible for ensuring systems are safe, reliable, resilient and fit for purpose, supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care.

The role is responsible for the day-to-day management of Radiology systems, including performance, availability, configuration, user access, data quality, image availability and incident resolution. The post holder will provide specialist advice and technical guidance to clinical, administrative and digital teams, supporting effective workflows, system integration and the use of imaging data.

Working closely with Radiology, Digital Services, suppliers and external partners, the post holder will support service continuity, system upgrades, integrations, digital transformation and service improvement initiatives. They will contribute to business continuity, disaster recovery, information governance, audit compliance and risk management activities.

The role also includes developing user guidance, standard operating procedures and training materials, supporting staff development, line managing Radiology systems staff and overseeing supplier performance. The post holder will play a key role in ensuring Radiology digital systems continue to support safe, efficient and effective patient care.

This role is ideally suited to an experienced PACS, RIS, Radiology IT or clinical systems professional with strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across clinical, operational, digital and supplier environments.

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH)is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.

In the National Staff Survey, 69% of our staff would recommend the Trust as a place to work and 91% would recommend the hospital to a friend or relative for treatment.

Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities.

RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.