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- Address
- Trust Headquarters
- 250 Euston Road
- London
- NW1 2PG
- Contact Number
- 0845 1555 000
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open_in_new JobsImaging Systems Manager
Closed for applications on: 25-Oct-2024 00:00
Vacancy status: Closed
Closed for applications on: 25-Oct-2024 00:00
Key details
Location
- Site
- University College London Hospital
- Address
- 235 Euston Road
- Town
- London
- Postcode
- NW1 2BU
- Major / Minor Region
- London
Contract type & working pattern
- Contract
- Fixed term: 12 months (Maternity cover)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 sessions per week
Salary
- Salary
- £70,387 - £80,465 Per Annum Inclusive of HCAS
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Grade
- (NHS AfC: Band 8b)
Specialty
- Main area
- Digital and Data – Information Technology Operations
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Job overview
This is an opportunity for someone who wants to progress their career into senior IT management and comes with a substantial engagement element requiring a commitment to regular onsite working across multiple sites. As the interim Imaging systems manager you will manage a dedicated team supporting Trust Imaging IT systems including the radiology PACS. You will have day-to-day operational responsibility for ensuring that these systems are supported and maintained to support patient activity targets. You will ensure that these systems comply with DCB 0160 and are regularly tested to support the Trust’s business continuity planning and preparation. The successful candidate will confidently communicate with a range of stakeholders from across the hospital, be technically conversant with imaging system architecture, combined with a clear understanding of radiology patient pathways/processes and IT service processes.
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To be considered for this role candidates must demonstrate a strong understanding of radiology PACS, digital dentistry, RIS, IEP, and Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA) systems and be fully conversant with IT change, and radiology operational processes. They should be conversant with the national programme for digital diagnostics in relation to radiology services.
Key responsibilities:
• Day to day leadership of IT Imaging systems team.
• Actively manage and monitor radiology system’s performance.
• Systems are regularly tested biannually to support the Trust’s business continuity planning and preparation.
• Ensure that imaging IT systems comply with DCB 0129 & DCB0160 IT safety regulations.
• Maintain regular engagement with radiology team senior stakeholders.
• Manage and plan system updates and patches following IT change control process.
Working for our organisation
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
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University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
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National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
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Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
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University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
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Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
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University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
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The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
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University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England – for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
This vacancy has been advertised in accordance with the new NHS pay rate which will take effect from autumn 2024. Please note if your employment starts before the 24/25 pay scales are implemented you will be paid under the 23/24 pay scales and any backpay will be adjusted accordingly. Further information can be found at https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/pay-scales-202425
At UCLH, we have a real ‘One Team’ ethos, and our values – safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
At UCLH we take equality of opportunity seriously and are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, with a culture that creates a real sense of belonging and trust. It is our fundamental aim, to recruit, retain and promote a diverse mix of people who are representative of our local communities. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to support our world class research, innovation and creativity.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff and has a dedicated policy which allows staff to apply for flexible working right from the beginning of employment. For more information please go to: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/work-with-us/why-choose-uclh/flexible-working.
We offer our permanent staff an interest free season ticket loan for travel, all our staff have access to free independent and confidential support, large retail discounts, a staff discount platform, cycle to work scheme and on-site accommodation to name a few.
Additionally, UCLH Arts and Heritage’s staff wellbeing programme, Creative Comfort, offers a variety of ways to engage with the arts as a member of UCLH staff. You can try out the weekly choir, weekly art club and join the Culture Club for exclusive access to free and discounted tickets for opera, exhibitions, theatre and more.
We recognise, reward and thank colleagues by nominating them for our annual Celebrating Excellence Awards, which are funded by UCLH Charity.
We are also members of www.mytrustbenefits.co.uk/ which offers discounts on high street retail stores, offers on travel deals, and also to take advantage of cash back schemes.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
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Person specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Degree or other qualification or evidence of relevant on-job qualification, e.g. Health Informatics, Computer Science, Systems Engineering or Business Administration at Bachelor level.
Desirable criteria
- Registered Healthcare Professional
- Master’s level or equivalent Information or IT based training
Experience
Essential criteria
- Extensive experience of managing, systems support, multi-user application usage development, or similar IT awareness
- Experience of clinical workflow/ pathway and clinical process management
- Experience of gaining and maintaining a clear understanding of business objectives
- Management experience of a similar team in a large healthcare or similar pressurised and complex environment
- Experience of working in an organisation-wide Help Desk, training department or other customer-facing role
- Understanding and/or experience of supporting clinical systems in a large complex healthcare environment
- Specialist understanding or experience of Information Governance issues relating to supporting healthcare systems.
- Specialist understanding of IT service processes and best practice
Communication
Essential criteria
- Communicate and present effectively to a range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels using in-depth understanding of Imaging Systems to convey clear messages and to obtain buy-in
- Communicate effectively to a range of stakeholders regarding planned and unplanned Imaging System outages and ensure Business Continuity Plans are in place, acting in an advisory capacity when required.
- Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders.
Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives, and visitors is minimised by:
Essential criteria
- Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control.
- Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control.
Specific Requirements
Essential criteria
- Regular on site working.
- Multisite working
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Kevin Tomkinson
- Job title
- HoF Enterprise System
- Email address
- [email protected]
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