About this role
Job summary The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Radiology department assistant (RDA) staff and for ensuring the smooth running of the department in relation to its RDA functions. The post holder will ensure that the RDA team are allocated appropriately across all imaging modalities to ensure efficiency of service at all times. They will lead on the training and education of junior RDAs and ensure appropriate induction and mentoring is provided. This role will cover both the cross-sectional RDAs and the ultrasound divisions so competence in both these areas is needed to succeed at the role.
Further to the team leader responsibilities, standard RDA duties will also be expected with rotation across the services. Competence in cannulating is required and the post holder will be required to ensure all relevant RDAs can proficiently cannulate.
Main duties of the job To provide an effective Radiology service to PAH Trust, within departmental protocols To plan and prioritise own workload Create and manage the weekly RDA rosters To report incidents and/or potential accidents within the department, in line with Trust policy To care for patients within the Radiology department in terms of their immediate physical and emotional requirements Ensure relevant RDAs have sufficient knowledge of MRI safety procedures to safely work in the department. To be able to prepare examination tables in all cross-sectional rooms which may involve manual handling techniques for heavy equipment To aid the radiology management in investigating PALS and DATIXs
About us The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.
This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.
Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.
Job description Job responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities
Manage the day-to-day running of the RDA staff and resolving any issues that may arise Monitor the staff workloads and allocate work according to staffing levels and adjust these during periods of sickness or unexpected changes in workload. Manage RDA staff sickness in line with Trust HR policies, undertaking return to work interviews. To liaise with Modality leads when attendance management rules are breached Identify training needs and provide opportunities for staff to undergo relevant training. Undertake mandatory training on a regular basis, ensuring that the RDA staff also comply with the requirements for mandatory training and adhere to the Health and safety at Work Act. Ensure that all imaging modalities are allocated RDA staff to cover their operational service hours and ensure training is provided and recorded for all staff. To chair RDA staff meetings in the absence of the Modality Leads Train new RDAs on the job and ensure that progress is monitored. Ensure a mentor is appointed and the RDA induction programme is successfully completed. To undertake probationary review meetings. Provide a proficient cannulation service and ensure all cross-sectional RDAs can provide the same level of service To check stock levels as part of the departmental weekly stock checks, document this and report low stock levels to the relevant senior manager To communicate with a broad range of patients prior to examination. This may include patients whose first language is not English or those who have difficulty understanding due to their medical condition To be able to deal with many, often conflicting, demands on attention at the same time, while remaining focused on your current task To carry out other duties as requested by any member of the senior management team To undergo an annual performance appraisal and review, whereby future objectives are identified and actioned To appraise and line manage the RDA cohort To present a professional front at all times while on duty and be an ambassador for the profession and the department Coordinate the arrival and departure of patients to and from the relevant departments To assist in the manual handling of patients moving to and from scanning areas, in line with trust manual handling policies Insert and remove patient’s cannulas for relevant imaging procedures following appropriate training To train and mentor junior staff To assist Radiographers and Assistant Practitioners within the cross-sectional imaging departments To liaise with ward staff and porters to facilitate workflow To manage inpatient orders on CRIS and contact relevant teams regarding patient details To be aware of risks related to communicable diseases and procedures for barrier nursed /reverse barrier nursed patients To rotate between all sites within PAHT
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
NVQ level 3 in acute care or equivalent experience Basic literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable
The Care Certificate The Higher Development Award
Experience Essential
NHS experience as healthcare support worker Experience with difficult and challenging situations Experience with mentoring and training Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision Experience working in cross-sectional imaging
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.
Employer details Employer name The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust
Address The Princess Alexandra Hospital
Harlow
Essex
CM20 1QX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.pah.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)