Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Radiographer/Technologist Nuclear Medicine

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Job summary

We are seeking a Band 6 (Radiographer or Technologist) for the Nuclear Medicine department at the Royal Surrey County Hospital in Guildford.

At our recently-refurbished department at the Royal Surrey there are three SPECT/CT systems, two of which have diagnostic CT capability and one is a digital CZT system.

Main duties of the job

Our department is based in St Luke's Cancer Centre, but we deliver a full range of diagnostic nuclear medicine tests to both adult and paediatric patients, as well as providing a comprehensive Molecular Radiotherapy service (including I-131 for benign and malignant thyroid disease, Y-90 SIRT, Lu-177 DOTATATE and Ra-223 Xofigo). We actively support training and development within our team, and have recently established an apprenticeship scheme in Nuclear Medicine Technology.

The department is also active in research, with close links to the University of Surrey and other partners, and an active portfolio of clinical trials of Molecular Radiotherapy.

About us

Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.

We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.

Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.

Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo

Date posted

11 December 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,205 to £47,084 a year per annum pro rata for part time INC HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

384-AGB-EMF16424

Job locations

Royal Surrey Hospital

Guildford

GU2 7XX

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as a member of the Nuclear Medicine team providing a comprehensive service to patients attending for diagnostic investigations and radionuclide therapies.

To undertake nuclear medicine examinations as an Operator in accordance with the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as a member of the Nuclear Medicine team providing a comprehensive service to patients attending for diagnostic investigations and radionuclide therapies.

To undertake nuclear medicine examinations as an Operator in accordance with the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BSc(Hons)Radiography/Radiotherapy, Physics or Healthcare Science (Nuclear Medicine)
Graduate diploma in Healthcare Science, Post-graduate diploma in Nuclear Medicine, Radionuclide Imaging or other relevant qualification

Knowledge and skills

Essential

Broad theoretical knowledge in the field of Nuclear Medicine
Excellent working knowledge of Nuclear Medicine procedures gained through practical experience within the clinical environment
High levels of understanding of patient and staff risks arising from Nuclear Medicine procedures
Demonstrate knowledge of professional standards and competencies
Evidence of CPD portfolio
Eligibility for state registration with HCP, Register of Clinical Technologists or other relevant professional body
Interpret and follow relevant legislation , national standards, professional and other guidelines including: IRR, IR(ME)R, MARS (ARSAC), EA guidelines and registration, MHRA

Desirable

Experience/knowledge of CT imaging

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BSc(Hons)Radiography/Radiotherapy, Physics or Healthcare Science (Nuclear Medicine)
Graduate diploma in Healthcare Science, Post-graduate diploma in Nuclear Medicine, Radionuclide Imaging or other relevant qualification

Knowledge and skills

Essential

Broad theoretical knowledge in the field of Nuclear Medicine
Excellent working knowledge of Nuclear Medicine procedures gained through practical experience within the clinical environment
High levels of understanding of patient and staff risks arising from Nuclear Medicine procedures
Demonstrate knowledge of professional standards and competencies
Evidence of CPD portfolio
Eligibility for state registration with HCP, Register of Clinical Technologists or other relevant professional body
Interpret and follow relevant legislation , national standards, professional and other guidelines including: IRR, IR(ME)R, MARS (ARSAC), EA guidelines and registration, MHRA

Desirable

Experience/knowledge of CT imaging

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.

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

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey Hospital

Guildford

GU2 7XX

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey Hospital

Guildford

GU2 7XX

Employer's website

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