Lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver a specialist level Medical Imaging General X-ray and Digital Fluoroscopy (DF) service.

Job details

About the role

• Lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver a specialist level Medical Imaging General X-ray and Digital Fluoroscopy (DF) service.
• Provide professional leadership in Radiography for the RBWH, STARS and Metro North if required.
• This position has both clinical, operational, and managerial components, and requires a specialised level of clinical knowledge, skills, problem solving abilities and expertise in X-ray and DF. The position is accountable for the delivery of specialised medical imaging services, and the management and professional competence of subordinate staff, whilst providing an advanced leadership role in the multi-disciplinary team.
• This role will be required to have knowledge of, be proficient in and provide operational management in Operating Theatre, Orthopaedic, General and Emergency Imaging and DF service.   This role will have key partnerships with other Radiographer Team Leaders of Angiography, General, Theatre and Emergency Imaging.
• Daily, this role works directly with other radiographer team leaders, radiographers / sonographers, nursing, medical and administration staff within medical imaging.
• Demonstrate ability to provide a tertiary level x-ray imaging service, which may include evidence-based clinical and technical advice and problem-solving.

Leadership and Management

• Lead the General X-ray and DF service in accordance with:
  • Prescribed professional and ethical standards including the Queensland Health's core values and code of conduct.
  • Department of Medical Imaging protocols, policies, procedures, and work-place instructions
  • Relevant legislation

Communication, Teamwork and Professional Behaviours

• Lead high performance and teamwork in all aspects of the General X-ray and DF service, including facilitating training and education of all staff and stakeholders, and all quality and safety requirements.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality in the delivery of health care by actively participating in safety and quality practices.

About you

This successful applicant will carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North values and the corresponding Lominger™ competencies shown below in this role description:

Clinical Expertise

• Demonstrate specialist level skill, knowledge and expertise in orthopaedic, general, DF,  theatre and Emergency X-ray service.

Health Equity

It is expected that all Metro North Health staff, including the incumbent of this role as a valuable member of the Metro North workforce, contribute to the health equity agenda and meet the intent of supporting the defined six actions that specifically meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS), by actively supporting the elimination of racial discrimination and institutional racism; supporting increased access to health care; influencing the social, cultural and economic determinants of health; supporting the delivery of sustainable, culturally safe and responsive health services;  and recognise the importance of working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and organisations to design, deliver, monitor and review the health and support services we provide.

Benefits when working for us

• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. 

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

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• Application Support (PDF, 860KB)
  Application Kit
  
  Benefits for working with MN (PDF, 1.00MB)
  Application Kit
  
  RBH576385 - Role Description (PDF, 463KB)
  Role Description