Deputy Radiology Systems Manager
Job summary
We are looking for an Deputy Radiology Systems Manager to help lead, develop and support PACS, RIS and associated radiology information systems across Hywel Dda University Health Board.
This is an opportunity for a skilled radiographer with strong radiology IT experience to play a key role in maintaining safe, efficient and high-performing digital imaging services across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire.
You will work closely with the Radiology Systems Manager, clinical teams, administrative colleagues, Digital Data and Technology, and system suppliers to ensure radiology systems support timely diagnosis, effective workflows and excellent patient care.
The role combines specialist systems leadership, service improvement, training, governance, data quality and operational support, with the opportunity to contribute to system upgrades, new modality integration, business continuity planning and wider radiology transformation.
We are seeking someone who is proactive, flexible and collaborative, with excellent communication skills and a commitment to high standards of clinical governance, information governance and service continuity.
Main duties of the job
The Deputy Radiology Systems Manager will support the day-to-day management, administration and development of PACS, RIS and associated radiology information systems, ensuring systems are reliable, effective and responsive to service needs.
You will provide specialist advice and first-line support to clinical and administrative users, analyse complex system and workflow issues, coordinate fault resolution, monitor system performance and help maintain robust audit trails, access controls, data quality processes and asset records.
The post holder will support training, quality assurance, image transfer, system configuration, upgrades, new equipment and modality integration, business continuity arrangements and improvement projects. The role will also include supervising PACS/RIS administrative staff, supporting safe service continuity and deputising for the Radiology Systems Manager when required.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 99 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 27/10/2026
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
- BSc (Hons) or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography
- HCPC registration as a Radiographer
- Comprehensive, in-depth knowledge of Radiology IT and PACS systems experience gained through attendance at relevant short courses / study days and attendance at other sites relevant to PACS / RIS administration
- Data Protection Regulations / Caldicott principles. Thorough understanding of information governance policies and their application.
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of a broad spectrum of imaging procedures
- Evidence of C.P.D.
- IT qualifications e.g. ECDL,
- Systems Support, Networking, SQL, databases.
- Relevant Post Graduate qualification in IT / Systems Management or equivalent
Other
- Ability to travel between and work on multiple Health Board sites
- Flexible approach.
- Self-motivated, proactive and innovative
- Demonstratable commitment to clinical governance and quality
- Ability to work outside normal working hours, e.g. for system issues, upgrades and staff queries via a rota system.
- Broad appreciation of a wide range of imaging modalities.
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
Experience
- Experience at senior level.
- Experience and enthusiasm for training staff and students. Progressive attitude towards CPD management and prioritisation of workloads.
- Experience of computed and digital radiography including PACS.
- Experience of working in the NHS.
- Involvement in either project management or a change management process.
- Experience of IT developments
- Experience of team management and supervision.
- Experience in a wide range of Radiographic Techniques with a range of Radiography Equipment.
- Qualified with significant experience to include experience as a Band 6 Radiographer.
- Experience of demand and capacity analysis
- Able to demonstrate an awareness of managing resources.
- Experience in personnel management
- Experience in purchasing/commissioning equipment.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Employer name
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address
HDUHB - to be agreed with candidate
HDUHB - to be agreed with candidate
SA31 2AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://hduhb.nhs.wales/