Job summary
Closing Date: 19.01.25 (this may change dependent on response)
Shortlisting to take place in the week following closing date: commencing 20.01.25
Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 02.02.25
We are offering an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to join our team of Clinical Technologists providing the Nuclear Medicine service for Bradford and the surrounding districts. The post will cover a 9-month period for 37.5 hours per week. It may be possible to condense the working week into 4 days.
The post is suitable for Clinical Technologists or Radiographers who have significant experience within Nuclear Medicine. Applicants should hold a Degree level qualification (or higher) with a sizable Nuclear Medicine or Radiography component. Other qualifications will be considered but must be accompanied by a considerable level of hands-on experience within Nuclear Medicine. Ideally candidates should be on the IPEM Register for Clinical Technologists or HCPC register as a Radiographer
Main duties of the job
The key responsibilities of this post include working closely with patients, the administration of radioactive substances, carrying out complex diagnostic medical imaging procedures and the use of specialist computer systems to process data.
The department has two state-of-the-art SPECT/CT gamma cameras and in-house radiopharmacy facilities. A broad range of nuclear medicine investigations are carried out in the unit to aid the assessment of a wide spectrum of pathologies affecting all major body organs and functions. Around 5000 patients visit the department each year, including paediatrics.
About us
Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:
- We value people
- We are one team
- We care
We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will work in the nuclear medicine section providing a specialist diagnostic imaging service. On a day-to-day basis this will include working closely with patients, the administration of radioactive substances, carrying out complex diagnostic medical imaging procedures and the use of specialist computer systems to process data.The department has two modern gamma cameras and in-house radiopharmacy facilities. A broad range of nuclear medicine investigations are carried out in the unit, to aid the assessment of a wide spectrum of pathologies affecting all major body organs and functions. Around 4000 patients visit the department each year, including paediatrics.The workload covers both inpatients and outpatients, from inside and outside the Bradford region. The service must respond to rapid changes in demands, including a swift response for urgent requests.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will work in the nuclear medicine section providing a specialist diagnostic imaging service. On a day-to-day basis this will include working closely with patients, the administration of radioactive substances, carrying out complex diagnostic medical imaging procedures and the use of specialist computer systems to process data.The department has two modern gamma cameras and in-house radiopharmacy facilities. A broad range of nuclear medicine investigations are carried out in the unit, to aid the assessment of a wide spectrum of pathologies affecting all major body organs and functions. Around 4000 patients visit the department each year, including paediatrics.The workload covers both inpatients and outpatients, from inside and outside the Bradford region. The service must respond to rapid changes in demands, including a swift response for urgent requests.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree level qualification or higher with a specialisation in Nuclear Medicine or a Radiography Degree (with relevant experience). Other qualifications will be considered but must be accompanied by a considerable level of hands-on experience within Nuclear Medicine.
Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent verbal and written command of English
- IT skills -Specialist nuclear medicine software applications
- Work well in a team
- Able to communicate effectively with patients, carers and clinical colleagues.
Desirable
- Intravenous injection skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Theoretical and practical knowledge of Nuclear Medicine Imaging, including routine and advanced scanning procedures, and data analysis/processing techniques
- General understanding of IRR & IR(ME)R Regulations
Desirable
- Regular attendance of relevant short courses, seminars, conferences and self-study
- General understanding of Infection Control
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree level qualification or higher with a specialisation in Nuclear Medicine or a Radiography Degree (with relevant experience). Other qualifications will be considered but must be accompanied by a considerable level of hands-on experience within Nuclear Medicine.
Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent verbal and written command of English
- IT skills -Specialist nuclear medicine software applications
- Work well in a team
- Able to communicate effectively with patients, carers and clinical colleagues.
Desirable
- Intravenous injection skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Theoretical and practical knowledge of Nuclear Medicine Imaging, including routine and advanced scanning procedures, and data analysis/processing techniques
- General understanding of IRR & IR(ME)R Regulations
Desirable
- Regular attendance of relevant short courses, seminars, conferences and self-study
- General understanding of Infection Control
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).
