Assistant Diagnostic Imaging Advisor

Role Overview & Responsibilities

We are recruiting an Assistant Diagnostic Imaging Advisor to join the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership team (Specialist Estate Services) to provide specialist advice and focused support for the planning and delivery of the All-Wales Diagnostic Equipment Programme for medical device imaging equipment in conjunction with NHS Wales organisations and on behalf of Welsh Government (WG).

The role focuses on the procurement, delivery and installation of specialist equipment and associated services; the provision of support for the Procurement Management for Specialist Clinical Imaging and Diagnostic Equipment; and ensuring alignment with the National Diagnostic Clinical Model and all associated Technical Standards.

Your role will initially be based at Companies House, until we relocate to our new base in early 2024 to CP2, Welsh Government Offices, King Edward VII Avenue Cardiff CF10 3NQ

The post holder will be responsible for providing specialist advice and focused support for the planning and delivery of the All-Wales Diagnostic Equipment Programme for medical device imaging equipment in conjunction with NHS Wales organisations and on behalf of Welsh Government (WG).

The role includes the management of a designated portfolio of projects focusing on the procurement, delivery and installation of specialist equipment and associated services; the provision of support for the Procurement Management for Specialist Clinical Imaging and Diagnostic Equipment; and ensuring alignment of support activities with the National Diagnostic Clinical Model and all associated Technical Standards. Whilst the post holder supports the National Imaging Programme Manager in delivering the national medical device imaging procurement programmes the individual will be accountable for own professional actions and will act independently as the lead imaging procurement specialist on defined projects/programmes.

We have high standards and expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening & Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility & Innovating, whilst ensuring trust, honesty and compassion are implicit in everything that we do. We are adaptable, agile and flexible and pride ourselves on being a learning organisation - one where it is safe to make mistakes, where blame is replaced by opportunity, learning and improvement. Innovation is built into everything that we do. We recognise our people regularly and have an Appreciation Station, to encourage staff to applaud exemplary behaviour in one another, alongside an Annual Staff Recognition Award ceremony aligned to our values. We respect and value our people and strive for a culture of compassion and inclusivity. We are a bilingual organisation, and we have a team of Change Champions who advocate ‘This is Our NWSSP’ our principal change programme. Similarly, PROUD is our new staff network welcoming LGBT+ colleagues and allies to come together in a safe space for discussions, event planning and the opportunity to build supportive networks. We have a comprehensive benefits package where there is something for everyone, supporting health, engagement and wellbeing and includes an Employee Assistance Programme. We have over 30 Mental Health First Aiders and work in partnership with local and national organisations to ensure the well-being and resilience of our people.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac