Job summary
Candidates are invited to apply for a full-time fixed term one-year position working in our Nuclear Medicine department, for 40 hours per week. The focus of the role(s) will be to support the diagnostic and therapy service of the department.
The successful candidate will be fully supported by a thriving and friendly Nuclear Medicine department and will be encouraged to take forward academic developments with new technology in the speciality.
We are one of the biggest Nuclear Medicine departments in UK and Europe, providing a range of specialist procedures in PET, radionuclide therapy and general nuclear medicine. Our service is rapidly expanding and we are looking for a motivated individual who can work flexibly and provide leadership and specialist expertise to drive quality improvements, sustainability and innovation.
Main duties of the job
- To be responsible for the day to day medical cover of the Nuclear Medicine service including PET/CT, PETMR, SPECTCT, Cardiac Stress Testing, Dexa and radionuclide therapies.
- To perform and supervise a wide range of imaging procedures including complex examinations with a wide variety of patient presentations, to a high clinical standard, prioritising patients to ensure optimum efficiency and service quality.
- To work closely with the senior professional workforce, radiographer and technologist colleagues, medical, physicist and nursing staff to ensure provision of an efficient and responsive Nuclear Medicine service.
- Record patients' medical history and other clinical data onto patient clerking sheets and the Radiology Information System, as required.
- Familiarise themselves and become involved with all technical and clinical aspects of Nuclear Medicine diagnostic and therapy procedures
- Perform pre-treatment risk assessments and administer radionuclide therapy (under supervision)
- Report general nuclear medicine, bone densitometry and PET/CT studies (under supervision initially)
- Attend and present (under supervision) at multidisciplinary oncological and non-oncological multidisciplinary meetings
- Undertake audit and quality improvement projects, in agreement with the Educational supervisor
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Nuclear Medicine is at present one of the most rapidly evolving medical specialisations; 50% of all procedures now carried out are less than five years old, and are relevant to oncology, cardiology and neurology all areas of key medical priority - and the INM has a leading role in supporting these. The work environment within this leading academic unit is both challenging and stimulating and fulfilling its remit as a centre for excellence in the field of nuclear medicine, the department is regularly called upon to introduce and innovate novel techniques and procedures, often requiring that these be developed solely using the knowledge and expertise drawn from its staff. The INM has specific research interests in the development of PET, SPECT and multi-modality imaging as investigative tools - particularly in the fields of oncology, cardiology, neurology, the study of osteoporosis, and in the application of novel techniques for radionuclide therapy. The Institute is based within the new, single-site UCH building located opposite the main UCL campus.
We have an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic doctors to join our forward-thinking and friendly department right in the heart of Londons West End.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Nuclear Medicine is at present one of the most rapidly evolving medical specialisations; 50% of all procedures now carried out are less than five years old, and are relevant to oncology, cardiology and neurology all areas of key medical priority - and the INM has a leading role in supporting these. The work environment within this leading academic unit is both challenging and stimulating and fulfilling its remit as a centre for excellence in the field of nuclear medicine, the department is regularly called upon to introduce and innovate novel techniques and procedures, often requiring that these be developed solely using the knowledge and expertise drawn from its staff. The INM has specific research interests in the development of PET, SPECT and multi-modality imaging as investigative tools - particularly in the fields of oncology, cardiology, neurology, the study of osteoporosis, and in the application of novel techniques for radionuclide therapy. The Institute is based within the new, single-site UCH building located opposite the main UCL campus.
We have an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic doctors to join our forward-thinking and friendly department right in the heart of Londons West End.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise
- MBBS [or equivalent]
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Nuclear Medicine appropriate for ST3 level of training
Desirable
- Experience in Radiology
- Experience in Radionuclide Therapies
- Experience in participation at MDT meetings
Communication
Essential
- Effective communication skills
- The ability to work in collaboration with colleagues and the wider Nuclear Medicine Team
- The ability to work in a team of different disciplines
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Commitment to achieving excellence
- Commitment to personal and professional development
- Commitment to innovation in research and practice
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Up-to-date qualifications in clinical research ethics
Desirable
- Experience in teaching and training
- A track record in clinical research with demonstration of peer-reviewed publications in the last 2 years
- Up-to-date qualifications in clinical research ethics
- Willingness to continue to participate in research
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:
Essential
- Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control.
- Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control.
- Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal
- Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise
- MBBS [or equivalent]
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Nuclear Medicine appropriate for ST3 level of training
Desirable
- Experience in Radiology
- Experience in Radionuclide Therapies
- Experience in participation at MDT meetings
Communication
Essential
- Effective communication skills
- The ability to work in collaboration with colleagues and the wider Nuclear Medicine Team
- The ability to work in a team of different disciplines
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Commitment to achieving excellence
- Commitment to personal and professional development
- Commitment to innovation in research and practice
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Up-to-date qualifications in clinical research ethics
Desirable
- Experience in teaching and training
- A track record in clinical research with demonstration of peer-reviewed publications in the last 2 years
- Up-to-date qualifications in clinical research ethics
- Willingness to continue to participate in research
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:
Essential
- Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control.
- Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control.
- Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal
- Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Institute of Nuclear Medicine, UCLH
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
