Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated, qualified Nuclear Medicine Lead. The post holder will work as part of the Nuclear Medicine service alongside the Lead NM Radiologist and be a point of contact for the speciality. They will actively engage with all aspects of the service and continuously seek its improvement. They will assist with the day to day management within the department and hold a key position in the operational provision of the Nuclear Medicine service, ensuring adequate resources are available to the staff who deliver it. The post holder will drive high radiographic standards and collaborate with key stake holders to ensure the service is fit for purpose and meeting all regulatory requirements.
Main duties of the job
o To lead the Nuclear Medicine service by providing support, leadership and direction to the Nuclear Medicine team and ensure that all Nuclear Medicine staff are adhering to local protocols/policies.o To act as Radiation Protection Supervisor in Nuclear Medicine and attend relevant interval meetings related to the role, inclusive of overarching responsibility for personal dosimetry.o To construct performance reports for various departmental/divisional meetings.o To provide Line Management duties.o To work closely with the IR(ME)R license holders and Radiologists in the delivery of the service.o To develop and maintain documentation (SOP/Guidelines/Protocols) and ensure these are adhered to by all the nuclear medicine staff, confirming any adaption of technique is clinically and technically justified.o To ensure procedures are carried out safely, effectively and in accordance with IRR17 and IR(ME)R.o To liaise with the RPA and MPE to review procedures, audits and risk assessments.
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About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
Our mission is to make a difference every day. Our values are that we care, we respect, and we listen.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
The salary for the role is only one part of the excellent package of benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached JD & Person Spec.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £41.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salaryIn addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached JD & Person Spec.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £41.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salaryIn addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR or BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- State Registered with HCPC or IPEM/RCT
- DRI or PgD in Nuclear Medicine
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of recent and extensive post registration experience in Nuclear Medicine, a knowledge of current trends and ionising Radiation Regulations
Experience
Essential
- Supervisory management of staff
- Sound knowledge of IR(ME)R
- Extensive post-registration experience in Nuclear Medicine
Desirable
- Supervisory management of staff
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Flexibility of working
- Willingness to take on additional duties as part of role development
- Ability to assist in moving and handling of patients
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR or BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- State Registered with HCPC or IPEM/RCT
- DRI or PgD in Nuclear Medicine
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of recent and extensive post registration experience in Nuclear Medicine, a knowledge of current trends and ionising Radiation Regulations
Experience
Essential
- Supervisory management of staff
- Sound knowledge of IR(ME)R
- Extensive post-registration experience in Nuclear Medicine
Desirable
- Supervisory management of staff
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Flexibility of working
- Willingness to take on additional duties as part of role development
- Ability to assist in moving and handling of patients
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).
