Job summary
Barts Health Nuclear are currently looking to recruit a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (band 6 ) to work at one of the country's largest NHS Trusts Barts Health NHS Trust currently has NM spread over 3 sites, namely St Barts (City of London), Royal London Hospital, and Whipps Cross University Hospital: Comprises of 4 SPECT CT, 1 Gamma Cameras and a state of the art GE Discovery PET CT . The trust also runs a major GFRservices for the oncology department, therapy service and has a large in-house Radiopharmacy department. Currently there is an on-going project for the installation of a new SPECT CT system and plans are in place to have another SPECT CT by the end of this year. There is plan to make an addition of a new PET CT system along with currently existing PET CT. There is a very busy Rubidium cardiac service. The department is well led by senior managers and well supported by Medical Physics and Nuclear Medicine Physicians who provide guidance and support. Successful candidate willbe suported in their career path by providing educational opportunities, sponsorships to conferences and seminars. We are looking for enthusiastic, self motivated professionals to work across all of their main sites at Barts. Sites include: SBH, WXH , RLH and PET-CT
Main duties of the job
The aim of this role is to provide technical support to Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT at allsites. This involves the undertaking of all non-imaging and imaging patient investigations,radioactive dose administration (intravenous, oral or by inhalation), handling of radioactivesources, ordering, dispensing of radiopharmaceuticals, quality assurance, storage ofradioactive waste, audits and record keeping.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintain relationships and effective communication mechanisms with staff and their representatives in a multi-disciplinary team to provide an effective and efficient Nuclear Medicine, Radiopharmacy and PET/CT service.
To communicate effectively by taking an active role through verbal, electronic or written methods with professional colleagues.
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
To work collaboratively between directorates and radiographic modalities, communicating daily in a professional, concise, accurate and detailed manner.
Frequently use both verbal and non-verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with patients who may present with complex barriers to effective communication, includingaggressive and abusive behaviour. This will include providing advice to patients, carers and family members in order to promote understanding of the aims of the imaging procedure.
To communicate with patients and clients through the use of advocates, information leaflets and if necessary family members in an appropriate manner to their level and understanding.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintain relationships and effective communication mechanisms with staff and their representatives in a multi-disciplinary team to provide an effective and efficient Nuclear Medicine, Radiopharmacy and PET/CT service.
To communicate effectively by taking an active role through verbal, electronic or written methods with professional colleagues.
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
To work collaboratively between directorates and radiographic modalities, communicating daily in a professional, concise, accurate and detailed manner.
Frequently use both verbal and non-verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with patients who may present with complex barriers to effective communication, includingaggressive and abusive behaviour. This will include providing advice to patients, carers and family members in order to promote understanding of the aims of the imaging procedure.
To communicate with patients and clients through the use of advocates, information leaflets and if necessary family members in an appropriate manner to their level and understanding.
Person Specification
Qualifications Knowledge
Essential
- BSc Radiography or DCR or equivalent qualification in Nuclear Medicine Technology Or PG Diploma in Nuclear Medicine or equivalent qualification.
- IV cannulations
Desirable
- State Registration - HCPC or Voluntary Register of Clinical Technologists (IPEM)
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise work in a busy environment, including organising staff resources when acting as deputy to lead radiographer
- Willingness to work within established regimes and Standard Operating Procedures(SOP).
- Flexibility and willingness to learn, and undertake training as required.
Desirable
- Able to prioritise and manage own work and assist in planning work to match the clinical demand
- Able to exercise own initiative when dealing with issues within own specialist area of competence
Experience
Essential
- 3 year post qualification experience in Nuclear Medicine, using gamma cameras, associated equipment, and handling radioactive materials
- Knowledge of Nuclear Medicine scanning protocols with computer/keyboard skills.
- Ability to give IV injections and carry out venipuncture
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications Knowledge
Essential
- BSc Radiography or DCR or equivalent qualification in Nuclear Medicine Technology Or PG Diploma in Nuclear Medicine or equivalent qualification.
- IV cannulations
Desirable
- State Registration - HCPC or Voluntary Register of Clinical Technologists (IPEM)
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise work in a busy environment, including organising staff resources when acting as deputy to lead radiographer
- Willingness to work within established regimes and Standard Operating Procedures(SOP).
- Flexibility and willingness to learn, and undertake training as required.
Desirable
- Able to prioritise and manage own work and assist in planning work to match the clinical demand
- Able to exercise own initiative when dealing with issues within own specialist area of competence
Experience
Essential
- 3 year post qualification experience in Nuclear Medicine, using gamma cameras, associated equipment, and handling radioactive materials
- Knowledge of Nuclear Medicine scanning protocols with computer/keyboard skills.
- Ability to give IV injections and carry out venipuncture
Desirable
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
