Job summary
We are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated and experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist/Radiographer to join our team.
The department is spread across two sites: Charing Cross Hospital and Hammersmith Hospital. The successful candidate will participate in the site rotation currently in operation.
The trust wide PET/CT service is based at Charing Cross Hospital where we have a busy PET/CT service. We provide PET imaging with a number of radiopharmaceuticals such as 18F-FDG, 68Ga-Dotatate, 68Ga-PSMA, 18F-Choline. In addition to our clinical workload we are also fortunate to be involved with and perform a large variety of research imaging.
Two SPECT/CT cameras are available at Hammersmith Hospital. A wide range of examinations and therapies are undertaken including Myocardial Perfusion Imaging, DAT scan imaging, GFRs as well as 177Lutetium, SIRTeX and Therasphere therapies.
The post holders will work as part of a friendly and close knit multi-disciplinary team and perform clinical Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT and laboratorial procedures whilst providing a high standard of patient care.
Main duties of the job
- To work as part of a professional Nuclear Medicine team providing a high qualitydiagnostic service.
- To provide an efficient nuclear medicine service, maintaining a high standard of patientcare.
- To maintain a sensitive and courteous approach to patients.
- Assist Modality Leads
- To develop and improve professional expertise via continuous professional development(CPD).
- To provide staff training and supervision of junior staff and students.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
- BSc in a Science subject or BSc in Radiography or equivalent
- Post graduate diploma in Nuclear Medicine or equivalent or working towards a post graduate qualification in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Technologists - IPEM registered or in the process of registering
Experience
Essential
- 2 years full time professional experience in a Nuclear Medicine Dept. as Band 6 or equivalent.
- Up to date knowledge of general nuclear medicine imaging techniques, including data acquisition, image processing and SPECT/CT.
- Experience working unsupervised.
- High level of patient care.
- Experience in radioactive waste disposal.
Desirable
- NHS experience
- PET/CT Experience
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Good knowledge of nuclear medicine instruments and procedures
- I.V. administration and cannulation skill
- Computer literate
- Understands and complies with relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines, including awareness of clinical governance issues in relation to patient care
Desirable
- Subcutaneous administration skills
- Competent in PETCT
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
- BSc in a Science subject or BSc in Radiography or equivalent
- Post graduate diploma in Nuclear Medicine or equivalent or working towards a post graduate qualification in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Technologists - IPEM registered or in the process of registering
Experience
Essential
- 2 years full time professional experience in a Nuclear Medicine Dept. as Band 6 or equivalent.
- Up to date knowledge of general nuclear medicine imaging techniques, including data acquisition, image processing and SPECT/CT.
- Experience working unsupervised.
- High level of patient care.
- Experience in radioactive waste disposal.
Desirable
- NHS experience
- PET/CT Experience
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Good knowledge of nuclear medicine instruments and procedures
- I.V. administration and cannulation skill
- Computer literate
- Understands and complies with relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines, including awareness of clinical governance issues in relation to patient care
Desirable
- Subcutaneous administration skills
- Competent in PETCT
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
