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TITLE OF VACANCY Radiography Team Leader Band 7

Information Pack

Post Reference No: JM/339/18

Closing date: 22nd February 2019

Welcome from Grant Archibald,

Chief Executive, NHS Tayside

Thank you for your interest in this post. As you’ll see we have put together some information on this site both about NHS Tayside and where we are located in Scotland. I hope that you find this useful and that you translate your interest in this post into a formal application. NHS Tayside has a strong track record in delivering high-quality, safe and effective care for all our patients. However, like other NHS Boards across Scotland, NHS Tayside is facing significant challenges including growing demand for all services, workforce challenges that are impacting upon how we deliver services and continuing pressures on our finances. In response to these challenges, NHS Tayside has embarked up on a programme of transformation to ensure that services are safe, affordable and, importantly, sustainable for the future. Transforming Tayside aims to deliver Better Health, Better Care, Better Workplace and Better Value for the population of Tayside. The programme is clinically-led and is being delivered in partnership with our staff and trades unions and our local health and social care partnerships. It is structured to respond to issues and make changes to services in the short to medium-term, as well as presenting an ambitious vision of transformation for Tayside in the longer term. It will provide clear and credible choices for transforming the future of local healthcare.

A new, innovative leadership model for clinical directorates is now in place to drive the changes necessary in health and social care across the whole system. Clinicians are taking the lead to design and provide evidence-based models of care which are safe, accessible, effective and person-centred in the Transforming Tayside programme. Innovation and research are at the forefront of what NHS Tayside stands for and we are proud to have established the first academic health science network in Scotland, jointly supported by the Scottish Government and the University of Dundee. The Academic Health Science Partnership in Tayside brings together the delivery of healthcare services, education, quality improvement and research with the purpose of improving the health of patients.

NHS Tayside, alongside the Academic Health Science Partnership, has welcomed funding announced in the Tay Cities Deal to grow the Tayside Biomedical Cluster. The project aims to make the region one of the most attractive and sought after biomedical locations in the UK. A £25million investment to grow the Tayside Biomedical Cluster was one of the projects announced to receive investment in the Tay Cities Deal Heads of Terms Agreement. The funding will stimulate a step change in innovation-led growth and create new jobs for the region.

The final thing I would like to say to any potential applicant is that Tayside occupies an enviable location on the east coast of Scotland with rivers, hills, mountains and rolling countryside right on our doorstep, as well as vibrant urban areas. The V&A Museum of Design in Dundee is an international centre of design and the centrepiece of Dundee’s innovative new waterfront development. This, along with Tayside’s great links to all other major cities in Scotland, means the area can offer employees plenty of choice when it comes to both accommodation and opportunities of things to do in the pursuit of the right work-life balance. We would be delighted to hear from you should you have any questions or require any further information regarding the post.

Grant R Archibald, Chief Executive of NHS Tayside

NHS TAYSIDE VISION, AIM AND VALUES

Our Vision

To find out more about NHS Tayside visit our website at:

http://www.nhstayside.scot.nhs.uk/index.htm

About NHS Tayside

NHS Tayside is responsible for delivering healthcare to more than 415,000 people

living in Tayside. We employ around 14,000 staff and provide a comprehensive

range of primary, community-based and acute hospital services for the populations

of Dundee City, Angus and Perth & Kinross. Our annual budget is now circa £910

million of public money which works out at around £2.5 million spent by NHS Tayside

for every day of the year.

Tayside area

Within NHS Tayside and based on the western edge of Dundee, Ninewells Hospital is one of the largest teaching hospitals in Europe. It is internationally renowned for introducing laparoscopic surgery to the UK as well as being a leading centre in developing fields such as the management of cancer, medical genetics, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, informatics, neuroscience and imaging. Our hospital sites across Tayside also have nursing and research links with the University of Dundee and University of Abertay, Dundee. In Tayside, we have 83,000 admissions every year, which is made up of 66,000 inpatient admission and 17,000 'same' day procedures. We also see 1,030,000 outpatient attendances annually.

In addition, at the heart of health services in our communities are our GP and

primary care services which are there supporting our patients and their families

where they live and work.

Health and Social Care Partnerships

There are three Health and Social Care Partnerships in Tayside: Angus; Dundee;

and Perth and Kinross.

NHS Tayside works very closely with colleagues in the partnerships as they provide

a range of adult health and social care services to our local communities.

Academic Health Science Partnership in Tayside (AHSP)

NHS Tayside has embarked on a major collaborative initiative, Academic Health

Science Partnership in Tayside (AHSP). It is the first Academic Health Science

Network in Scotland with an ambition to transform healthcare locally and globally at

the time when it faces many difficult challenges.

Building upon the success of previous University of Dundee and NHS Tayside

collaborations, AHSP is bringing together the delivery of healthcare services,

education, quality improvement and research with the purpose of improving the

health of patients through more effective integration of these functions in routine

practice.

LIVING IN TAYSIDE

Discover award-winning towns and cities, breathtaking beaches and alluring countryside. Historically rich and home to Scotland’s longest river, Tayside is an innovative and exciting place to begin or expand your career.

Dundee, Angus and Perth and Kinross make up this vibrant region - between them offering the perfect blend of city, country and coastline. In fact, you can easily enjoy the tranquility and scenery of neighbouring towns and villages within reach of the region’s cities of Dundee and Perth.

Find out more about living and working in Tayside at:

www.dundeecity.gov.uk

www.angus.gov.uk

www.pkc.gov.uk

http://www.dundeecity.gov.uk/

http://www.angus.gov.uk/

http://www.pkc.gov.uk/

Education in Tayside

In Tayside there are a host of schools, both public and private and excellent colleges and universities making Tayside a family friendly location.

Housing in Tayside

Whether you want to live in the rural countryside or one of Tayside’s vibrant cities or towns, you’ll have a variety of housing choices, many below the national average house price. For more information about housing in Tayside, visit the Tayside Solicitors Property Centre and/or Perthshire Solicitors Property Centre websites: http://www.tspc.co.uk/ http://www.pspc.co.uk/ Getting around There are excellent connections to and within the region. It only takes approximately 30 minutes to drive between Dundee and Perth and just over an hour between Dundee and Edinburgh, Aberdeen and Glasgow. Travelling and commuting within Tayside is easy by road, bus or train. Dundee’s regional airport offers daily flights to London Stansted in addition to private and leisure flights. The international airports at Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen will ensure you are connected from Scotland to the rest of the world.

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http://www.tspc.co.uk/

http://www.hial.co.uk/dundee-airport/

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NHS TAYSIDE – AGENDA FOR CHANGE

JOB DESCRIPTION

1. JOB IDENTIFICATION

Job Title

Team Lead Radiographer Band 7

Department(s)/Location

Clinical Radiology, Dundee Dental Hospital, King Cross hospital

Number of job holders

1

2. JOB PURPOSE

Manage and provide an efficient, effective Dental / Maxillo-Facial, Radiographic and DEXA radiographic service by producing high quality images and providing a safe environment for patients, staff and students.

Manage and supervise Radiographers ensuring continuity of service delivery.

Justify radiological requests from dentists and clinicians under the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017 (IRMER).

Supervise and perform radiographic examinations, provide direct patient care and a high quality diagnostic imaging service in order to assist in the management of patients referred from clinicians.

Organise, supervise and deliver high quality teaching of all aspects of radiography, both theory and practical, to dental students, student hygienists/therapists and student dental nurses.

3. ORGANISATIONAL POSITION

Team Lead Radiographer

Dental Radiologist/

General Radiologist

Band 6 Radiographers

Principal Radiographer

Plain Film

NHS Tayside

Imaging Manager

Clinical Radiology


4. SCOPE AND RANGE Clinical areas: Dental Radiology Department DDH. Dental Radiography suite Department of Integrated Oral Care. Dental Radiography rooms Restorative Dentistry Departments. Kings Cross Radiology Department DEXA The post holder will also be expected to advise on any dental queries coming from PRI Radiology service, general dental practitioners and the Public Dental Service. Clinical activity: ~ 32,000 examinations per annum. Clinical provision: Mon- Fri 0830-1700, 52 weeks per year excluding public holidays Provide an adhoc service in the satellite radiography rooms within DDH. Provide a Tayside area sialography service Provide a radiographic service for General Dental Practitioners & the Public Dental Service. Provide a radiographic service at Kings Cross Hospital and a Tayside wide DEXA service Teaching: Provide training for dental students and hygiene/therapy students annually through a series of lectures for all theoretical aspects of radiography and practical demonstrations and guidance. Staff Responsibility: Manage and coordinate the clinical provision stated above. Manage and supervise the radiographers. Manage and provide a professional and high quality radiography service. Coordinate and provide high quality student training and a high level of clinical supervision. Coordinate the training and induction of a new member of staff including CPD and appraisal Be proficient in all aspects of Dental and Maxillo-Facial radiography, Radiography and DEXA.

5. Main Duties/Range

Managerial

To ensure the provision of the highest standard of clinical radiography throughout Dundee Dental Hospital, Kings Cross Hospital and wider DEXA service including PRI

Coordinate the day to day running, and be involved in the forward planning of the department working closely with the consultant radiologist to ensure a high quality service.

Develop and update protocols and procedures to ensure a high quality of patient care. Provide effective staff management, dealing often autonomously with simple and complex human resource

issues including recruitment, retention, absence managements, training and development plus any recurring staff needs.

Support the Consultant Radiologist and Clinical Lead in the planning, implementation and development and implementation of operational plans for the Radiology service.

Manage change within the service in order to respond to changes in referral patterns, service delivery, and the future needs of the department.

Manage staff rotas to ensure appropriate staffing levels: be responsible for granting/signing leave requests. Manage equipment service, maintenance and quality assurance in line with standards set by NHS Tayside

Radiation Physics Experts. Arrange the servicing and breakdown repair of imaging and DR/CR/DEXA equipment in conjunction with Band

6 staff Work with PACS / CRIS manager to ensure IT services maintained to support the service. Liaise with Estates and Housekeeping to ensure that the department is well maintained and clean in line with


the NHST infection control policy. Ensure departmental compliance with IRR2017 and IR(ME)R 2017 regulations. Act as Radiation Protection Supervisor for Dundee Dental Hospital and Area 2A Ninewells Hospital Ensure staff training and entitlement records are completed in accordance with the IR(ME)R and IRR. Management and record keeping of personal dosimeters for Radiology staff and other dental hospital users. Ensure that the Departmental H&S workbook is up to date, and that risk assessments are undertaken as

necessary. Manage fire risk assessment and walk-around training for Radiology Staff. Monitor and maintain stock levels for consumables advising the radiography manager of any problems. Work closely with consultant DMF radiologist, be actively involved in the coordination of radiographic tuition for

dental students and dental hygienists/therapists and liaise with university contacts Lead for equipment and staff quality assurance and departmental audits. Assist the in the evaluation and selection of new radiology equipment. Be responsible for accurate record keeping – for example: SSTS, Datix, equipment and maintenance, staff

training, QA, monthly audits. Undertake staff annual appraisal and ensure each member of staff has an appropriate Personal Development

Plan for the year. Be conversant with QPulse and have ability to manage local documentation.

Clinical Duties Provide limited advice to clinicians about possible pathology present on a radiograph within their scope and

experience. Work independently and produce high quality radiographs Be actively involved in devising and delivering ongoing training programmes and formal assessment of under

and post graduate trainees during clinical sessions / placement on a regular basis, providing direct supervision at all times.

Maintain the required knowledge and skills to provide effective training, keeping up to date with current advances in technology and diagnostic techniques.

Maintain a high level of expertise in the safe operation of radiology equipment. Independently manage and where possible, problem solve and rectify the said faults.

Act independently in the assessment of referrals for X-Ray examinations, taking full responsibility for justification of general X-Ray examinations in order to reduce unnecessary ionising radiation exposure of patients in accordance with Ionisation Radiation (Medical Exposures) Regulations 2017 (IR(ME)R 2017)

Act in such a manner as to promote and safeguard the interest and well being of patients and at all times adhere to the Code of Conduct as specified in the Health Care Professions Council handbook

Provide leadership for radiography staff in Dundee Dental Hospital and Kings Cross Hospital, communicate and liaise with all service users to provide a high quality imaging service to patients, ensuring effective communication and delivery of care.

Maintain accurate patient records to reflect the service provided and meet professional standards and legal requirements e.g. IR(ME)R 2017

In the dental department with no A&C support: receive patients and record details of examinations in Radiology information system.

Equipment

In conjunction with the Consultant DMF Radiologist, Clinical Lead and other dental clinicians assist in the assessment and evaluation of expensive and complex equipment.

Maintain an up to date knowledge of the latest advances in radiological equipment. Ensure that equipment maintenance is carried out as stipulated by the manufacturer with the minimum of

disruption to service provision. Monitor the reliability of equipment by maintaining records of breakdowns. Ensure that staff receive appropriate training in the use of equipment.

Educational

Devise and deliver formal training to a variety of staff groups, e.g., teaching a new radiographic technique to radiographers.

Compile reports and cascade training into the department as a result of attending formal training/educational training, e.g., devise and deliver on-going training to staff in any new equipment and consolidate initial training.

Provide relevant training competency records for QPulse.


Participate in mandatory training and actively pursue and provide continuous professional development in management and radiographic topics, keeping an up to date personal record.

Maintain and develop knowledge of and skills in technological and technical advances in methods of diagnostic imaging, ultrasound and IT in order to pursue and promote a culture of continuous improvement within the department.

Develop knowledge and understanding within an evidence-based framework and transfer to situations encountered in practice e.g. Immediate Life Support

Devise training plans for, delegate and supervise the clinical placement training of under / post-graduate trainees.

Personnel

Initiate staff recruitment and facilitate retention of staff based on staff development, appraisal, rotation and post-graduate training to match the needs of the department.

Ensure compliance to NHST interviewing policy.

Contribute as part of the Radiology management team to ensure that advice relating to professional issues in radiography is made available to clinical support services management and, through them to the executive team.

Responsible for staff SSTS pay return and audit

Ensure that staff attend mandatory training and keep records of these attendances.

Maintain effective partnership and communications systems with staff to develop an “open door” policy for staff initiatives.

Resolve staff interpersonal difficulties by following NHST policies.

Monitor staff absence be responsible for all aspects of HR management.

Develop good communications with all departments both clinical and non-clinical within the hospital.

Health and Safety Responsible for the health and safety of staff, patients and visitors within the department. Develop in conjunction with the Medical Physics Expert, and oversee the quality assurance programme

designed to monitor the performance of equipment as stipulated in legislation IRR 2017. Act as radiation protection supervisor (RPS) to ensure the implementation of the IRR and IR(ME)RE

regulations Ensure staff compliance and investigate any radiation incident following NHST local procedures


6. COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS

Patients

Provide information by explanation of procedures, listening to the patient’s requirements in order to encourage compliance with the imaging process. Some patients will have a barrier to understanding or be unable to communicate.

Deal with patients who require the adaptation of the imaging technique by utilising motivational and persuasive skills to acquire correct position and produce an acceptable diagnostic image.

These patients include:-

Dental Phobic/dentally anxious

Children aged under 5

Adults/children with special needs (physical & learning disabilities)

Provide reassurance as to the necessity of an X-Ray examination involving a risk associated with the harmful effects of ionising radiation.

Relatives /Carers

Provide reassurance and exchange information, assist with any queries about the imaging examination

Ask for assistance with and instruct in methods of immobilisation and maintaining radiation protection.

Deal directly with any complaints about the service or the staff

Arrange for a translator to be present during the examination / time in the department (own clinical caseload)

Clinical Radiology Staff (internal/external)

Delegate tasks to appropriate staff.

Maintain strictest confidentiality regarding staff issues.

Be responsible for granting annual leave and manage staff absence

Consult with line manager for advice about various operational/management tasks and topics

Draft and discuss department policies and suggest improvements, e.g., liaising with medical records department on how to deal with patient identification discrepancies

Pass on information relating to appropriate aspects of the patient journey to colleagues.

Provide leadership, motivation, advice and reassurance to colleagues.

Deal directly with any complaints about/from staff and/or problems with staff which affect the work flow, professionalism and practical running of the department.

Discuss any potential staff disciplinary action with line manager or deal directly with in their absence.

Provide and receive constructive feedback to/from all staff.

Disseminate information relating to all aspects of the service as appropriate.

Act as problem solver in a variety of settings Dental/Medical Staff

Work closely with the Consultant DMF Radiologist at Dundee Dental Hospital and general radiologists at Kings Cross Hospital to ensure a high quality teaching and clinical service.

Liaise with Senior Staff to improve service provision and patient care

Query incorrect or unnecessary referrals in order to reduce patient radiation dose

Provide advice on guidelines for relevant X-ray examinations

Provide advice on the nature of an image

Seek help and advice with patients in pain or who are immobile Student Dentists & Hygienist/Therapists

Decide whether the student is capable of performing an examination after suitable tuition

Advise the student as to the best professional practice in any situation. Provide constructive criticism as part of the assessment process.

Explain complex concepts (theory & practical) in a clear, concise and understandable manner.


Information Technology (IT) and Picture Archive and Communications System (PACS)

Solve problems, provide support, training and information to imaging department and IT / PACS staff, especially relating to clinical aspects of the systems. Be local PACS Super user.

Seek help and advice relating to network failures and problems with Computed Radiography (CR) and Digital Radiography (DR) systems, problem solve and implement solutions, e.g., unlocking passwords to allow users access and verify/correct patient information to ensure all studies and related information are correctly filed

Work closely as part of the regional radiology PACS group devising related policies and procedures. Others

Communicate with line management on equipment faults and performance, service provision and delivery and the entire general day-to-day issues that have arisen.

Provide information about equipment faults to on and off site engineers.

Communicate with other NHS departments e.g. supplies, human resource, patient records

Communicate with external companies to arrange equipment servicing and maintenance, provide training and information and site visits

7. KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO DO THE JOB

BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent

Must have Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) Registration

Hold a postgraduate qualification in education or agree to work towards one, once in post.

The post holder should have a wide knowledge of Radiographic practice

Extensive clinical experience in Diagnostic Radiography

Experience of training in clinical audit process.

Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Attend CPD events that are specifically aimed at those working in a dental hospital/ DEXA/General Hospital environment.

Ability to take responsibility for the service and act in a supervisory capacity.

Good communication skills

Team worker

Leadership skills


ESSENTIAL ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

8.SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT

a. RIS (Radiology Information System) for patient registration, label printer

b. Computerised and Digital Radiography Systems, including image review and manipulation workstations and image storage and retrieval software.

c. PACS (Picture Archive and Communication System) for storage, access and transfer of images.

d. All xray equipment associated with dental radiography, DEXA and General Radiography

RESPONSIBILITY FOR RECORDS MANAGEMENT

All records created in the course of the business of NHS Tayside are corporate records and are public records under the terms of the Public Records (Scotland) Act 1937. This includes email messages and other electronic records. It is your responsibility to ensure that you keep appropriate records of your work in NHS Tayside and manage those records in keeping with the NHS Tayside Records Management Policy and with any guidance produced by NHS Tayside specific to your employment.


9. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB

Maintain a level of fitness and flexibility to operate equipment without suffering from neck, shoulder and

arm strain and disability Maintain a level of physical fitness to frequently move ceiling mounted X-Ray tubes throughout three

dimensions during shifts if required The majority of the working day is spent either standing, sitting, walking and bending to position patients

and equipment or sitting at a PC carrying out administration duties.

Physical Skills

Manipulate, position and immobilise (when required) patients for specialty area.

Be able to work at speed when performing imaging studies to accommodate the smooth running of busy lists and clinics.

Possess keyboard and mouse skills for using all PC programmes for imaging and word processing.

Mental Demands

Dealing with a variety of HR tasks / potentially upsetting staff issues e.g. complaints, absence management

Dealing with the strains of introducing and using new technology and changes to the service.

Keeping abreast of new technology and having to problem solve when things go wrong..

Prioritising workload requires diplomatic skills in discussion with referrers / colleagues who all believe their patient / task should take priority.

Providing supervision to staff when performing and assessing own work requires frequent changes in concentration in unpredictable situations throughout the majority of the shift period.

Should imaging equipment malfunction during an examination evaluate the situation and provide an immediate solution. Provide advice and supervision to colleagues encountering such a situation.

Emotional Demands

Occasionally perform imaging examinations on and provide care to terminally ill patients.

Having to deal with constant interruptions

Dealing with frustration caused through IT system failures, and the devastating impact the said failures have on the immediate service. In conjunction with the PACS / CRIS manager and Access Administration manager make instant decisions to progress immediate examinations during system failures and then constantly review these decisions to ensure that all electronic studies are correctly linked to all systems as soon as the original failures have been fixed.

Alter planned work or move quickly from a routine managerial task to react to a service provision emergency e.g. equipment breakdown in a remote department or unexpected staff shortage,

Move quickly from a routine examination to an acute setting due to sudden and unpredictable demand, e.g. responding to cardiac arrest or anaphylactic reaction due to radiographic contrast injection.

Exposure to verbal abuse from some patients and relatives/carers. A risk of physical abuse from patients who may be confused, disorientated etc. Having to spend a large proportion of the day in front of a VDU, either PC, ultrasound unit or CR monitor

10. DECISIONS AND JUDGEMENTS

Assess and be involved in the development of and implementation of imaging procedures Appointment of new staff. Ensuring that the appropriate skill mix is maintained in the department Plan and prioritise own patient workload and that of the service to meet ever changing demands and

targets Be accountable for own professional actions, managing a team and working independently in many

areas Provide leadership, support, advice and supervision to all staff in the department in difficult situations

especially when managing change, e.g., introducing new technology such as CR / DR coupled with moving into brand new departments and buildings.

Using all knowledge and skills to devise / implement training and development of other members of staff, e.g., CR lectures and practical workshops.


Based on experience, use skills to assess a patient’s condition, and decide on an appropriate imaging method from a range of options.

Decide when to call engineers / make alternative plans to maintain service during equipment failure.

11. MOST CHALLENGING/DIFFICULT PARTS OF THE JOB

Maintaining a balance between managerial duties and clinical work in the radiology department.

Managing and maintaining a balance between student teaching and service commitment, within the department, to ensure a high quality provision in both.

On a daily basis be prepared to operate Imaging Equipment in differing and demanding environments, Being able to manage an unpredictable work load effectively and interact successfully with fellow health care professionals

Cope with the mental and physical demands of working in a radiographic specialty which means coming into contact on a regular basis with patients who:-

Are in a high state of distress due to anxiety about treatment/examination. Have severe gag reflex, which makes intra-oral radiography extremely difficult. Are dental phobics. Have special needs (physical and/or learning disability).

Have been diagnosed with cancer. Have complex medical histories All of which may affect radiographic technique

Combining training in new techniques or newly procured equipment with normal patient workload.

Directly supervise and train Student Dentists & Hygienist/therapists whilst maintaining a high through-put of patients. Work in unpleasant conditions such as body and bodily fluid odours.


Person Specification POST REF NO:

JM/339/18

JOB TITLE/BAND: Radiography Team Leader Band 7 LOCATION: Radiology Department, Dundee Dental Hospital base; rotation

to Kings Cross Hospital and DEXA Service

HOURS:

37.5 Per Week

CRITERIA

ESSENTIAL

DESIRABLE

METHOD OF EVAULATION

EXPERIENCE:

Demonstrate the confidence, organisational and communication skills required to lead a Team Demonstrate the ability to deal with conflicting priorities in a pressured environment Demonstrate how to recognise, value and reward individual efforts of staff

Application Form/Interview

QUALIFICATIONS: (Training; Research; Publications)

BSc or D.C.R. in Diagnostic Radiography.

HCPC Registration

Evidence of post graduate education or equivalent experience demonstrating specialist clinical skills required within the role Evidence of management, education and training i.e completion of Leading Better Care modules, Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM)


KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Evidence of post graduate clinical & management experience Evidence of ongoing educational and personal development Presentation/ Lecture skills


PERSONAL

Standard computer and keyboard skills

Advanced computer skills


QUALITIES:

Good communication skills Confident, self motivated, logical and organised

Evidence of excellent communication skills

OTHER:

Ability to travel across sites Must be able to comply with NHS Tayside's Uniform, Workwear and Professional Appearance Policy


General Information

POST REF NO: JM/339/18

JOB TITLE/GRADE: Radiography Team Leader Band 7

LOCATION: Radiology Department, Dundee Dental Hospital, Kings Cross Hospital and DEXA Service

Conditions of Service

The terms and conditions of service for this post are those determined by the NHS Staff Council.

Remuneration The current salary scale for the post is £33,222 to £43,471 per annum (pro rata for part-time staff). Placing on the scale on appointment is normally at the minimum but may be higher subject to verification of previous relevant service. Salary is paid monthly by Bank Credit Transfer.

Hours of Duty The hours of the post are 37.5 per week. The contracted weekly hours may be worked over any reference period, e.g. 150 hours (pro rata for part time staff) over four weeks or annualised hours, with due regard for compliance with employment

legislation, such as the Working Time Regulations. Start and finish times will be determined by the needs of the service.

Superannuation New employees are automatically enrolled into the NHS (Scotland) Superannuation Scheme, but may opt out later should they choose. The pension scheme is provided by Scottish Public Pensions Agency. All benefits are explained on the SPPA website www.sppa.gov.uk

Employee contribution rates with effect from 1 April 2018 are as follows:

Annual Pensionable Pay (Full-time equivalent)

Contribution

Up to £16,928 5.2%

£16,929 to £22,439 5.8%

£22,440 to £27,910 7.3%

£27,911 to £51,481 9.5%

£51,482 to £73,498 12.7%

£73,499 to £114,760 13.7%

£114,761 and above 14.7%

Contributions are subject to tax relief and reduced National Insurance contributions. NHS Tayside also makes a substantial contribution towards scheme benefits – currently around 14% of basic pay.

Annual Leave On appointment = 27 days (pro rata for part-time Staff) or 5.4 weeks per year.

http://www.sppa.gov.uk/


After 5 years aggregated service = 29 days (pro rata for part-time staff) or 5.8 weeks per year After 10 years aggregated service = 33 days (pro rata for part-time staff) or 6.6 weeks per year Public Holidays = 8 days (pro rata for part-time staff) or 1.6 weeks per year

References All offers of appointment are subject to receipt of two satisfactory references.

Occupational Health Clearance

All offers of appointment to new entrants to the National Health Service are subject to a medical examination. Medical examinations are arranged and undertaken by Occupational Health (OH).

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2003

The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 allows people who have been convicted of certain criminal offences to regard their convictions as ‘spent’ after the lapse of a specified period of time. The period of time depends upon the sentence imposed. However, some criminal convictions can never be regarded as spent. These convictions are for serious crimes and must always be disclosed. Further guidance on the offences included in the list can be found at: https://www.mygov.scot/offences-always-disclosed/ Any information you do disclose will be treated confidentially and only shared with those who need to know. Having a conviction will not automatically debar you from obtaining employment with NHS Tayside. Careful consideration will be given to the relevance of the offence to the particular post in question. If you are appointed and it is found you did not disclose previous conviction(s), which you were legally obliged to disclose, then disciplinary action up to and including dismissal may be taken.

Disclosure Scotland

The successful applicant will be required to become a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) in respect of regulated work with protected adults and regulated work with children. A PVG

certificate contains all unspent and certain spent conviction information.

It also contains any other non-conviction information that the police or other government bodies think is relevant. Disclosure Scotland continually monitor PVG scheme members' records for vetting information including criminal convictions that may affect their suitability to work with vulnerable groups.

Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006

It is a criminal offence for an employer to employ anyone who does not have permission to live or work in the UK. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to produce specific original

https://www.mygov.scot/offences-always-disclosed/

https://www.mygov.scot/convictions-higher-disclosures/


documentation at interview e.g. Passport, or full birth certificate together with an official document giving the applicants permanent National Insurance Number and name issued by a Government Agency or a previous employer, as well as photocopies of these documents.

*Professional Registration

You must have current and continuing professional registration with HCPC and hold the appropriate qualification(s).

*Healthcare Support Workers

All NHS Scotland employees that are not governed by a regulatory or professional body are considered to be healthcare support workers. On appointment, you will be expected to comply with the NHS Scotland Mandatory Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers. Healthcare Support Workers are expected at all times to practice competencies that demonstrate insight, understanding and mutual respect of patients, their families, carers and work colleagues. Whether in a clinical or non-clinical role you are expected at all times to be an exemplar of person centred care, embracing the Code of Conduct to a high standard as part of an integrated health professional team.

Smoking Policy NHS Tayside operates a No Smoking Policy and smoking is prohibited within NHS premises and grounds.

Fair Processing Notice

NHS Tayside is under a duty to protect the public funds it administers, and to this end may use the information you provide on your Application Form for the prevention and detection of fraud. It may also share this information with other bodies responsible for auditing or administering public funds for these purposes. For further information see: http://www.nhstayside.scot.nhs.uk/YourRights/NationalFraudInitiative/index.htm or contact [email protected].

Applications Completed forms should be returned to: [email protected] quoting the job reference in the subject line or HR & OD Directorate, NHS Tayside, Level 9, Ninewells Hospital, Dundee DD1 9SY By closing date of Friday 22nd February 2019

Your Application Form must be completed in full. Please note copies of Curriculum Vitae, Qualifications and Course Certificates will not be accepted at this stage.

All completed applications are held in HR & OD Directorate until the closing date. After the closing date a panel will meet to prepare an interview shortlist.

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Once this decision has been made, all shortlisted applicants will be emailed to invite them to attend for interview. It is important that you check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder. This process takes approximately 6 weeks. Therefore, if you have not been contacted regarding interview within 6 weeks of the closing date, your application has been unsuccessful and you will receive no further correspondence from HR & OD Directorate.

Thank you for your interest in working for NHS Tayside.

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