About this role
Job summary
The post holder will act as a Lead Practitioner for the Lithotripsy Service within the Urology Investigations Unit and will be primarily responsible for performing and providing specialist expertise and guidance on Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) procedures to treat kidney stones, utilising either x-ray or ultrasound guidance.
The post holder will also be responsible for managing the lithotripsy unit for the provision of a high-quality, efficient and patient-centred service, coordinating with key stakeholders across multi-disciplinary teams and the Urology department to manage patient pathways and deliver continuous improvement
The post-holder will undertake clinical work within established quality standards of practice for imaging and urology (including NICE, BAUS, RCR, SoR and BMUS) and ionising radiation safety legislation (including IR(ME)R and IRR17).
They will maintain a high professional and technical standard of ultrasound and fluoroscopy imaging, including reviewing images, consenting and performing lithotripsy treatment for those patients diagnosed with stone disease and be responsible for managing and upholding a safe and effective lithotripsy service.
Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.
Main duties of the job
- To work collaboratively with other operational and clinical senior managers within the Urology team and beyond, to develop, support and deliver operational and strategic objectives.
- To work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, liaising with those involved to ensure the appropriate imaging, ESWL treatment, reporting and management of the patient is provided when and where necessary.
- Provide regular feedback to the Lead Lithotripsy Urology Consultant Lead and support clinical audits for this service. To provide leadership, supervision and specialist advice and expertise across the multi-disciplinary team.
- To ensure all aspects of clinical governance relating to their practice are delivered and monitored including being responsible for assurances of clinical competence, shared learning and leading regular peer review audits, ensuring effective plans are in place for any training needs identified.
- To actively develop the service in conjunction with national and local NHS guidelines and directives and ensure that staff promote patient advocacy and communicate effectively with other health care professionals.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide clinical reports for the range of imaging examinations within their scope of practice, suggesting a diagnosis or differential diagnosis, advising on follow-up and taking appropriate action when this is required urgently, offering consultancy regarding radiographic diagnosis when approached by clinicians / practitioners that require advice.
- To provide leadership for the Lithotripsy service and maintain the highest level of expertise and competency within the specialty. Includes coordinating stone MDT and correspondent ESWL reviews and triaging referrals both from within the organisation and externally referred.
- Perform the range of diagnostic radiography procedures as required for the Lithotripsy service, managing patient priority as appropriate. Support service diagnostics expansion.
- To contribute to future departmental development including service and business planning and equipment procurement.
- Set and maintain a high professional and technical standard of work and ensure all staff in the lithotripsy service maintain similar standards.
- Lead peer and self-audit amongst the Lithotripsy team and maintain accurate records and encourage reflective process.
- Conduct research and lead audits to support and develop the Lithotripsy service.
- To monitor and control finance and is accountable for expenditure in own areas of responsibility. To manage a timely efficient and cost-effective service within allocated resources. Act as budget holder responsible for stock control and purchase of consumables and necessary equipment for the service within budgetary limits.
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oBSc Hons or equivalent in diagnostic radiography. oHCPC Registered. oPostgraduate qualification in relevant field and Master's qualification in relevant field or equivalent significant experience
Desirable
- oExperience in management or supervision in the health service. oRadiation Protection Supervisor certification oPostgraduate CASE accredited qualification in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- oExtensive and wide-ranging NHS experience in diagnostic radiography across a range of modalities. oExtensive post registration experience with shockwave lithotripsy and relevant clinical pathways oEvidence of team leadership or supervisory role in current position with involvement in HR and recruitment processes. oExperience as a member and facilitator of multidisciplinary teams. oExperience of developing and implementing audit and surveys for evaluation purposes.? oTraining / mentoring experience.? oExperience of co-ordinating staff and processes to optimise service provision. oExperience of urological imaging oPractical experience in teaching patients and staff.
Desirable
- oExperience in diagnostic ultrasound practice. oAbility to contribute to ultrasound service delivery within scope of practice. oWillingness to undertake ultrasound training to support future service requirements oExperience in post graduate teaching, provision of formal lectures. oParticipation in an NHS leadership programme oQuality improvement knowledge and experience.?Previous involvement at senior level of workforce and process re-design. oMentorship / coaching qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- oKnowledge and understanding of Lithotripsy procedures and associated clinical pathways. oKnowledge of current policies and legislation affecting service delivery. oEvidence of relevant continuing professional development. oExperience of service user involvement.? oExtensive knowledge of multi-vendor Imaging equipment.? oA good understanding of and adherence to clinical governance and risk management. oKnowledge of Windows, and Office computer software PowerPoint, Excel.
Desirable
- oUnderstanding of budgetary constraints and financial management
Skills
Essential
- oWell-developed clinical skills, ability to work with clinical accuracy and attention to detail. oPhysical skills to enable accurate manipulation of clinical radiography systems to produce high-quality diagnostic images and reports. oAbility to operate lithotripter machine to accurately provide treatment. oProven analytical and process skills. oExcellent leadership and team building ability.? oExcellent communication and people skills with the ability to empathise, engage, motivate and influence at all levels.? oAbility to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information daily in a compassionate and empathetic manner. oExcellent problem-solving skills.? oExcellent organisational abilities. Ability to work under pressure and deliver deadlines. ? oExperience of windows-based computer systems. oAbility to identify areas for change and prioritise as appropriate to meet deadlines.? oExcellent understanding of customer focussed practice, customer needs and expectations. oAbility to deal with conflict, able to confidently reassure both patients and staff.? oTime management skills.? oCore Management Skills.? oRecruitment and selection training.? oAppraisal Training.? oAbility to present to large groups
Desirable
- oExperience in facilitation oProven ability in negotiation skills oGood organisational and oral presentation skills. oExperience in writing business cases and departmental policies and procedures oAbility to collaborate constructively with internal and external partners.
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- oEvidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. oFor posts with managerial responsibility only Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)