Job summary
Employer heading
Lead Radiology Clinical Support Worker
NHS AfC: Band 3
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust provides integrated acute and community Healthcare in the West Midlands serving a population of 260,000 residents. Walsall Manor Hospital houses the full range of district general hospital services. The £170 million development was completed in 2010 and we are continually upgrading. Construction of the new integrated critical care unit was completed in 2018, extension of a Neonatal Unit and an approved plan to build a brand new, state of the art Emergency Department which commenced in 2021
We provide high quality, friendly and effective community health services from multiple sites covering Walsall. Our multidisciplinary services include rapid response and homebased care, so that those with long term conditions and the frail elderly can remain in their own homes.
We are recommended by colleagues as a place to work which is supported by the trusts values to work as part of a team, being respectful, compassionate and professional. We are committed to investing in our workforce
Following our recent CQC visit the Trust was rated as outstanding for care and this has been recognised by NHS Improvement.
The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including: salary sacrifice scheme; car leasing scheme; on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability); the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme; and the opportunity to develop and implement your expertise in an encouraging yet challenging environment
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is proud to be part of the Armed Forces Covenant. The Trust currently holds the Bronze Award which underlines the Trust’s commitment to supporting the Armed Forces Community. As an organisation, we are aiming to achieve the next level Silver award, with our sights firmly on Gold.
RESPECT - COMPASSION - TEAMWORK - PROFESSIONALISM
Job overview
The post holder will be expected to lead the team of Radiology CSW’s and coordinate a range of clinical and non-clinical tasks and responsibilities required by the team whilst fostering a role of leadership, mentoring and training.
Main duties of the job
To assist in clinical duties as and when required as a Radiology CSW.
To lead a team of Radiology CSW’s providing training, mentorship and support.
To ensure CSW’s are supervised and coordinated to all areas of the service to maintain and support a high quality, robust and resilient Radiology department.
To ensure the team of Radiology CSW’s are maintaining high standards of care by ensuring they are compliant with their mandatory training and competency framework.
To adhere to all statutory regulations, policies and procedures and to ensure that the team of CSW’s work within their scope of practice.
The post holder will deputise for the CSW Manager in their absence.
Working for our organisation
Walsall Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest employers in the local area with over 3,000 staff. The Trust supports Flexible Working Arrangements and Race Equality. We have a commitment to education, training and staff development. The hospital has completed a £170 million hospital redevelopment bringing first class facilities and a multi-professional education centre. Applicants should have a broad understanding of Imaging procedures and be able to assist with Radiological and Radiographic examinations.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To participate in, promote and maintain efficient and effective delivery of a Diagnostic Imaging service throughout the Trust, whilst maintaining a quality service. To provide general support to Imaging Department staff and patients as part of the usual clinical duties of a Radiology clinical support worker (CSW). The post holder will be expected to lead the team of Radiology CSW’s and coordinate a range of clinical and non-clinical tasks and responsibilities required by the team whilst fostering a role of leadership, mentoring and training.
Participation in a 7-day working on a rota basis this will include evening shifts.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent experience
Desirable criteria
- Posses or working towards a Leadership Qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Have experience and evidence of leading a team
Desirable criteria
- Experience of understanding a wide range of Imaging procedures
Knowledge and Skills
Essential criteria
- Highly motivated and able to use own initiative
- Confidence in leading a team of clinical support workers
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Hayley Whitehouse
- Job title
- Deputy Imaging Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01922721172
- Additional information
Please call Jayne Rowe Imaging Department PA
01922 721172
Ext: 6872
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