Clinical Scientist in Nuclear Medicine
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Job summary
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust are looking to recruit a Clinical Scientist to work in the Department of Physics and Nuclear Medicine, on a fixed term basis (9 months) to cover maternity leave.
The post would suit someone experienced looking for a fixed term contract or a newly registered Clinical Scientist.
The department currently has three gamma cameras; 2x SPECT/CT systems (a GE Discovery 670 and a GE Infinia Hawkeye 4) plus one SPECT system (GE Discovery 630). The department uses a GE Xeleris 4DR platform with additional processing capabilities with ImageJ.
We also run the national Krypton service which operates nearby from the University of Birmingham.
The catalogue of studies we perform is highly varied and the department has developed a reputation for research and development in nuclear medicine. As well as diagnostic imaging, we perform therapy procedures using I-131 (thyrotoxicosis) and Y-90 (synovectomy), as well as carrying out non-imaging studies.
Main duties of the job
Please refer to the job description for a breakdown of duties to which you will become familiar with.
In 2024, we will be moving into a brand new home nearby, the new Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH). This will be equipped withthree32-slice Siemens Pro.specta SPECT/CT systems in a spacious new department.
You will play an active role in the commissioning of this new equipment and support the team of three physicists with all aspects of the service to include regulatory compliance.
The department has a strong team ethic and your development will benefit from working closely with the Clinical Scientists, Clinical Technologists, Nurses, administrative team, and Clinicians including both our ARSAC license holders. This will include taking part in multi-disciplinary reporting sessions as well as an active role in research and development.
There will be opportunity to attend and participate in national meetings to aid your development.
About us
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWBT) is an integrated careorganisation with a budget of approximately £600 million and over 7,000 staff. Diversity and social care is at the core of what we do as the Trust provides Community and Acute Services to over half a million people in an urban centre that demands massive regeneration and has substantial premature mortality.
Our new acute hospital, the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), opens in 2024 and will provide care to our local population from first class, purpose-built premises.As a result, the base of this role may change to MMUH from 2024 (or beyond). If this is applicable to your role, you will be informed during the recruitment process and continuing your application with this understanding.The development of the new hospital will play an important role in the regeneration of the wider area and in improving the lives of local people and reducing health inequalities.
We have three newly emerging strategic objectives:
- Our People - to cultivate and sustain happy, productive and engaged staff
- Our Patients - to be good or outstanding in everything we do
- Our Population - to work seamlessly with our partners to improve life.
Details
Date posted
03 October 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£43,742 to £50,056 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
381-IM-5636153
Job locations
SWB NHS Trust
Dudley Road
Birmingham
B18 7QH
Employer details
Employer name
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
Address
SWB NHS Trust
Dudley Road
Birmingham
B18 7QH
Employer's website
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