Job summary
This is an exciting role to work and get experience of all aspects of nuclear medicine in a large London teaching hospital. The role is to support the team of medical physicists and the department more widely in nuclear medicine imaging, radiopharmaceutical therapy, radiation safety and non-imaging tests. The department also has a long history of innovation and research. As a member of the team you will be exposed to this and have the opportunity to get involved.
Main duties of the job
You will assist in the quality assurance testing of imaging and non-imaging equipment.
You will manage and maintain some of the radiation monitoring equipment.
You will support the management of the radionuclide therapy service by helping prepare and clear rooms before and after therapy.
You will support the management of radioactive waste within the department.
You will maintain records of staff radiation dose and support the distribution and management of radiation badges.
You will help with data entry and analysis of non-imaging nuclear medicine tests.
You will help with audit within the department and present findings.
You will help with the procurement and maintenance of equipment within the department.
You will assist in the production of SOPs relating to the activities covered in this post.
You will participate in the departments training and competency programme.
You will assist in the training of students and trainee technologists.
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
The main role of this post is to provide technical and support to the Molecular Radiotherapy Service.
The post holder will work across a number of locations including the Radiotherapy department, Nuclear Medicine Department, Wards and the Radioactive waste store.
The post holder will provide support to the practical and technical processes necessary in the delivery of Molecular Radiotherapy, contributing to the efficiency and safety of the service.
All activities of the post holder will be compliant with relevant national Radiation Protection legislation.
To participate in development and implementation of new techniques.
To participate in audit.
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 - 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 third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
The main role of this post is to provide technical and support to the Molecular Radiotherapy Service.
The post holder will work across a number of locations including the Radiotherapy department, Nuclear Medicine Department, Wards and the Radioactive waste store.
The post holder will provide support to the practical and technical processes necessary in the delivery of Molecular Radiotherapy, contributing to the efficiency and safety of the service.
All activities of the post holder will be compliant with relevant national Radiation Protection legislation.
To participate in development and implementation of new techniques.
To participate in audit.
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 - 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 third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Kwolege and Qualification
Essential
- Level 3 qualification eg 3 A levels/ NVQ in technical or scientific subject
Desirable
- Evidence of further study/ ongoing education
Information processing (IT skills)
Essential
- Experience with Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel
Desirable
- Experience with databases
Personal Qualities
Desirable
- Able to work efficiently and effectively.
Expierience
Desirable
- Understanding of hazards posed by, and precautions needed with: Ionising radiation, including radioactive isotopes Infection Control
- Understanding of key relevant legislation : IRR2017 and IR(ME)R 2017
- Experience with using a range of radiation detectors and ability to interpret measurements
- Understanding of quality management
Communication
Essential
- Enthusiastic and motivated
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Evidence of Continuing personal development (CPD)
- Willingness to attend courses and keep abreast of developments in the service
Specific Requirements
Desirable
- Able to lift medium/heavy weights (e.g. lead shielding, waste bags, linen)
Person Specification
Kwolege and Qualification
Essential
- Level 3 qualification eg 3 A levels/ NVQ in technical or scientific subject
Desirable
- Evidence of further study/ ongoing education
Information processing (IT skills)
Essential
- Experience with Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel
Desirable
- Experience with databases
Personal Qualities
Desirable
- Able to work efficiently and effectively.
Expierience
Desirable
- Understanding of hazards posed by, and precautions needed with: Ionising radiation, including radioactive isotopes Infection Control
- Understanding of key relevant legislation : IRR2017 and IR(ME)R 2017
- Experience with using a range of radiation detectors and ability to interpret measurements
- Understanding of quality management
Communication
Essential
- Enthusiastic and motivated
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Evidence of Continuing personal development (CPD)
- Willingness to attend courses and keep abreast of developments in the service
Specific Requirements
Desirable
- Able to lift medium/heavy weights (e.g. lead shielding, waste bags, linen)
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).
