Job summary
We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Band 8a Interventional Radiology Modality Lead Radiographer to provide strong clinical, professional and operational leadership across the Interventional Radiology service.

The post holder will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality patient care, while leading the development and continuous improvement of the service. Working closely with Interventional Radiologists, nursing colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will provide expert clinical leadership and support the delivery of complex interventional procedures.

The role will include responsibility for workforce planning, staff development, clinical governance, quality improvement, service performance, equipment and resource management. The post holder will also play a key role in developing the future direction of the IR service, promoting innovation, education and evidence-based practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced radiographer who is ready to take the next step in their leadership career and make a significant contribution to the ongoing development of a high-performing Interventional Radiology service

Main duties of the job

• Provide strong clinical, professional and operational leadership for the Interventional Radiology service.
• Ensure the safe, effective and efficient delivery of high-quality patient-centred care.
• Provide expert radiographic support during complex interventional procedures and maintain a high level of clinical competence.
• Lead the day-to-day operational management of the modality, including staffing, workforce planning, workload and patient flow.
• Line manage, support and develop the IR team, including recruitment, appraisal, performance management, training and competency assessment.
• Lead on clinical governance, audit, risk and quality improvement within the modality.
• Develop, implement and review policies, procedures and clinical pathways to support safe and effective practice.
• Monitor service performance and identify opportunities to improve productivity, and efficiency
• Work closely with Interventional Radiologists, nursing teams and the wider multidisciplinary team to support effective service delivery.
• Support equipment procurement, maintenance and the introduction of new technology and techniques.
• Promote professional development and evidence-based practice within Interventional Radiology.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, professional standards, Trust policies and radiation safety requirements.
• Contribute to the strategic development and future planning of the Interventional Radiology service.

About us
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo

Job responsibilities
For further information regarding the detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description and person specification documents.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Diploma of the College of Radiographers or Degree equivalent
• HCPC Registration

Desirable

• SOR Accredited I.V. Cannulation Certificate

Experience
Essential

• Extensive Interventional Radiology and Fluoroscopy Experience
• Experience of staff supervision, mentoring, training and competency assessment
• Experience of working within a complex, high-acuity IR environment
• PACS and EPR Experience
• Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience of working in the NHS.
• Experience of post qualification working in MRI
• Experience of service management, workforce planning and managing competing operational priorities
• Experience of clinical governance, audit, incident management and quality improvement

Skills & Knowledge
Essential

• Knowledge of Health and Safety issues relating to IR
• IT literate and ability to navigate several interlinked digital and IT systems.
• Must communicate effectively at all levels.
• Strong understanding of radiation protection, IR(ME)R, clinical governance and patient safety
• Competent in supporting a broad range of complex interventional procedures such as angios, PTCs, embolisations

Desirable

• Awareness of NHS Challenges.
• Aware of CT Service Challenges.
• Experience of Cone-Beam CT

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.