Deputy Radiology Services Manager - UPMC Whitfield, Waterford
Location: UPMC Whitfield Hospital
Job type: Permanent
Overview of role:
Reporting to the Radiology Services, the position of Deputy RSM requires an ability to lead, guide and supervise radiographers, assistants, and clerical staff on a day-to-day basis. Ability to manage in a rapidly changing environment and willingness to undertake additional duties as may be assigned from time to time are essential. While carrying out the duties appropriate to a Deputy RSM, including the provision of flexibility in hours of service as required, you must also provide leadership in the delivery of specialised services.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties and Responsibilities
General Accountability: The Deputy Radiology Services Manager reports and is accountable to the Radiology Services Manager in all matters relating to the job. In the absence of the RSM, they report and are accountable directly to the General Manager.
Outline of Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Support the RSM in the management of the Radiology Department.
2. Take responsibility for patients where they will carry out diagnostic radiography or imaging procedures.
3. Practice within the policies and procedures set out by the UPMC Whitfield Hospital.
4. Maintain an awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all clinical activities and maintain a high standard of Radiography care.
5. Create and promote healthy working relationships.
6. Ensure that each patient is treated as an individual and that privacy and confidentiality are maintained.
7. Participate in procurement.
Clinical Responsibilities:
1. Undertake, as team leader, responsibility on a day-to-day basis for the Imaging service and the effective utilisation of all resources allocated.
2. Ensure that Radiation Protection Rules are applied at all times.
3. Be familiar with and abide by the Patient’s Charter.
4. Keep informed of all relevant policies including Health and Safety Policy.
5. Work in co-operation with and communicate effectively with other team members and referrers.
6. Participate in evening and weekend work as required by the service.
7. Actively participate in the development, execution and follow-up of audits within the department.
8. Support the education and development of all members of the Radiology team.
Health and Safety: Work collaboratively with other members of the team to ensure that patient care is central to all activities in the hospital.
Professional / Education: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of clinical, technical and radiographic developments.
Qualifications & Experience:
Eligible Criteria: Essential Qualifications
Each candidate must possess the Bachelor of Science degree in Diagnostic Radiography or the Diploma of the College of Radiographers or possess a qualification at least equivalent to the above as validated by CORU and hold CORU registration. 6 years satisfactory post qualification experience.
Desired qualifications: Post graduate education in Leadership and/or Management.
Experience & competencies: Candidates must have excellent interpersonal skills and proven written and verbal communication abilities. Have high standards of clinical knowledge and evidence-based best practice. Be computer literate. Have the ability to work on own initiative, prioritise and manage a number of issues simultaneously and demonstrate attention to detail. Be able to work effectively as part of a team.
This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility. As the UPMC Whitfield Hospital and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the Centre.
Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits:
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Compensation: Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance-related pay and premium pay where applicable.
Benefits: Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.
Work-Life Balance: Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.
Development and Career Opportunities: Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
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