Specialist Nuclear Medicine Radiographer

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

The post will require the applicant to co-ordinate and support the molecular radiotherapy pathway in Radiotherapy and Nuclear Medicine department at UCLH. Both practices are large and innovative with an expanding paediatric, teenagers and young adults and adult workload. Some research and data inputting may be required.The Institute of Nuclear Medicine (INM), based within UCLH, provides a full range of procedures to the Trust and other hospitals throughout the UK. Performing approximately 15,000 patient studies each year, we are the largest single-site nuclear medicine unit in the UK, and one of a few able to offer both the full range of diagnostic, laboratory and therapy nuclear medicine procedures, and PET/CT services within a single department.Molecular radiotherapy offered at UCLH includes radioiodine, I-131MIBG, Lu-177 DOTATATE, Lu-177 PSMA, Radium 223 and SIRT. Ten protected rooms are provided in the building, 6 of which are in regular clinical use.UCLH is seeking a committed individual with the energy and focus to continue building on the existing service of excellence and ability to lead in their area of expertise.

Main duties of the job

The candidate will be recognised as a practitioner in their specific field, setting an exampleto junior staff and being available to advise colleagues in other areas. They will deputise for the management where necessary to address day to day operational issues. They will utilise their interpersonal skills to inspire, motivate and collaborate with all members of the multidisciplinary team to facilitate improvements in service. They will work within the quality system, question and propose changes to procedures when necessary, to maintain the validity and appropriateness of the system with new and changing practices. In partnership with patients and other professionals make sound, ethically-based decisions in the interest of patients. They will regularly liaise with all members of the multidisciplinary team, including clinicians, engineers, nurses, physics colleagues, students and other allied health professionals, to maintain a positive working relationship across all professional boundaries.

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:

  • University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)

  • National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery

  • Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals

  • University College Hospital Grafton Way Building

  • Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine

  • University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre

  • The Hospital for Tropical Diseases

  • University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

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.

Date posted

29 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£44,806 to £53,134 a year Per Annum Inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

309-UCLH-5365

Job locations

University College London Hospital

250 Euston Road

London

NW1 2PG


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.

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.

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 & Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc (Hons) Radiography/Nuclear Medicine or direct equivalent experience
  • Demonstrate evidence of obtaining registration with HCPC/RCT or other appropriate professional body
  • Competent in routine data acquisition and analysis.

Desirable

  • Relevant experience in Nuclear Medicine department and or molecular radiotherapy

Experience

Essential

  • Significant experience in a diagnostic healthcare environment.

Desirable

  • Post qualification experience in a UK NHS environment.

Communication

Essential

  • Provide information and support about cancer, and communicate highly distressing, sensitive information to patients and relatives/carers.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Plan, carry out and analyse clinical and departmental audits.
  • Be confident to work autonomously within scope of knowledge and experience.
  • Be committed to self-development and continued professional development.
  • Understanding of the need to adhere to relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines including IRR, IR(M)ER, and ARSAC
  • Demonstrate knowledge and ability to ensure compliance with quality system.
Person Specification

Knowledge & Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc (Hons) Radiography/Nuclear Medicine or direct equivalent experience
  • Demonstrate evidence of obtaining registration with HCPC/RCT or other appropriate professional body
  • Competent in routine data acquisition and analysis.

Desirable

  • Relevant experience in Nuclear Medicine department and or molecular radiotherapy

Experience

Essential

  • Significant experience in a diagnostic healthcare environment.

Desirable

  • Post qualification experience in a UK NHS environment.

Communication

Essential

  • Provide information and support about cancer, and communicate highly distressing, sensitive information to patients and relatives/carers.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Plan, carry out and analyse clinical and departmental audits.
  • Be confident to work autonomously within scope of knowledge and experience.
  • Be committed to self-development and continued professional development.
  • Understanding of the need to adhere to relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines including IRR, IR(M)ER, and ARSAC
  • Demonstrate knowledge and ability to ensure compliance with quality system.

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 (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.

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 (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

University College London Hospital

250 Euston Road

London

NW1 2PG


Employer's website

https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College London Hospital

250 Euston Road

London

NW1 2PG


Employer's website

https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Radiotherapy Services Manager

Nazima Haji

nazima.haji1@nhs.net

Date posted

29 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£44,806 to £53,134 a year Per Annum Inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

309-UCLH-5365

Job locations

University College London Hospital

250 Euston Road

London

NW1 2PG


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