Unit Manager Radiographer

Alliance Medical

  • Cork
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Alliance Medical are recruiting for a Unit Manager to manage our sites within Cork University Hospital (MRI, PETCT, CPC). This role will give the successful candidate the responsibility to lead and guide the team across the sites. The successful candidate will gain exceptional experience from a clinical, governance and management perspective. The role will encompass providing the site with the responsibility to lead and guide a team of clinical & non-clinical staff.Duties to include:
  • To prioritise the safety of patients and staff.
  • Management of an engaged and motivated team; effectively utilising internal resources and supports including induction, buddy system, performance management, delegation, career development, one-to-ones and training.
  • Provide a high-quality service, ensuring the highest standard of care for patients, staff & customers
  • Effectively manage the department, the workload, staff and patient care.
  • Manage rostering, training, absence management, annual leave and all HR related issues on site.
  • Manage absenteeism of team ensuring the levels are in line with Company average.
  • Contribute to managing turnover on site keeping in line with Company turnover rates.
  • Review of skill mix and maximise staff rotation across the sites.
  • Recruitment of new staff for sites.
  • Perform bi-annual performance management with the staff & manage employees during probation & complete probation/onboarding training plans.
  • Ensure all staff are aware of their roles and responsibilities & are trained in all aspects and duties required to ensure resilience during periods of staff leave.
  • Set clear objectives & organise weekly and month staff meetings, compile minutes and agendas.
  • Develop staff to work effectively with minimal but appropriate supervision.
  • Full involvement in the completion of all Accreditation requirements & the audit programme.
  • Be fully familiar and follow Radiation and MRI Safety guidelines where applicable.
  • Maintain strong business awareness regarding budget, targets and costs.
  • Develop and maintain close liaison with Business Development.
  • Play a role in developing the business.
  • Maintain highest Health & Safety standards in line with current H&S Codes and Policies
  • Carry out other work and duties as workload requires
  • Act as line manager for all staff within the unit.
Key Competencies:
  • Team Leadership skills: to motivate and lead strong teams
  • Patient care: excellent provision of patient care at all times
  • Technically competent: high clinical and technical skill level
  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • Effective delegation: of appropriate tasks to ensure seamless management of the Unit
  • Excellent time management: to optimize patient scheduling and unit efficiency
Role Requirements:
  • Active CORU Registration
  • Ability to lead & guide a team.
  • Recognised Post Grad Qualification in MRI/CT/PET or
  • 6 years + experience in MRI/CT/PET experience in a large hospital setting
  • Commitment and understanding the importance of quality and safety.
  • Demonstrate experience of working with a team of Radiographers.
  • Bachelor of Science (Radiography) or equivalent.

Alliance Medical