Job summary
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Main duties of the job
1. To help ensure that a high quality, safely run scintigraphy service is maintained and consistent with the needs of the service.
2. To carry out imaging investigations on the full range of patients referred to the NAC, taking personal responsibility for all technical aspects including SPECT/CT acquisitions.
3. To follow measures for maintaining compliance with relevant legislation, guidelines and protocols.
4. Dealing with patients/carers and other healthcare professionals in regards to the booking, planning and carrying out of procedures in a clear and reassuring manner.
5. To be designated by the Trust as an operator under the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations. (IR(ME)R)
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC/SCOTVEC/HNC or degree or equivalent in an appropriate scientific subject
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrated experience of scientific/technical work in a clinical environment
- Demonstrated experience of technical work in clinical Nuclear Medicine
- Experience in Nuclear Medicine image analysis
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Practical efficacy with expensive, manually operated and computer-controlled clinical equipment to perform imaging investigations on the full range of patients referred to the Nuclear Medicine service
- Proven track record of competence in work involving patient care
- Proven track record of competence drawing up and administering i.v. injections and in the use of unsealed radioactive sources.
- Ability to carry out radiation monitoring and decontamination if necessary
- Able to work in accordance with Local Rules, relevant legislation, codes of practice and Regulations relating to the use of radioactive material, including the Ionising Radiations Regulations of 2017 and the Environmental Permitting Regulations 2010
- Ability to consistently use sterile technique in i.v blood collection and administration of radiopharmaceuticals
- Understanding of the technical details necessary to perform routine Nuclear Medicine studies with computer interface, including computer analysis, quality control and computer based booking system
Desirable
- Ability to work in and assist with radiopharmacy
Managerial
Essential
- Able to ensure a safe and secure environment for staff and patients
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate an ability to provide leadership to staff and able to effectively handle complaints and grievances
- Ability to identify problems at a staff, clinical or operational level and take corrective action especially in matching workload to resources available
- Ability to contribute to planning for the introduction and implementation of new protocols and methods of working and the development of such protocols
- Ability to plan and prioritise own and departmental patient workload continually throughout the day.
Research
Desirable
- Ability to contribute to and carry out research, including presenting results if necessary
Physical
Essential
- Able to work continuously in a radiation area and manipulate heavy items associated with this
Desirable
- Ability to deal with and manipulate patient body fluids and body odours
- Able to work quickly and efficiently but within Occupational Health guidelines
Communication
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively and tactfully at all levels with staff, patients and visitors
Mental & Emotional
Desirable
- Able to operate frequently at high concentration levels, especially calculating doses and patient information
- Ability to discuss condition related information with patients
- Ability to frequently work during conditions of high pressure
Qualities & attributes
Essential
- Enthusiastic and professional approach
- Commitment to working with and for patients
- Good attendance record
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Ability to organise and prioritise work, and cope with high pressure
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC/SCOTVEC/HNC or degree or equivalent in an appropriate scientific subject
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrated experience of scientific/technical work in a clinical environment
- Demonstrated experience of technical work in clinical Nuclear Medicine
- Experience in Nuclear Medicine image analysis
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Practical efficacy with expensive, manually operated and computer-controlled clinical equipment to perform imaging investigations on the full range of patients referred to the Nuclear Medicine service
- Proven track record of competence in work involving patient care
- Proven track record of competence drawing up and administering i.v. injections and in the use of unsealed radioactive sources.
- Ability to carry out radiation monitoring and decontamination if necessary
- Able to work in accordance with Local Rules, relevant legislation, codes of practice and Regulations relating to the use of radioactive material, including the Ionising Radiations Regulations of 2017 and the Environmental Permitting Regulations 2010
- Ability to consistently use sterile technique in i.v blood collection and administration of radiopharmaceuticals
- Understanding of the technical details necessary to perform routine Nuclear Medicine studies with computer interface, including computer analysis, quality control and computer based booking system
Desirable
- Ability to work in and assist with radiopharmacy
Managerial
Essential
- Able to ensure a safe and secure environment for staff and patients
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate an ability to provide leadership to staff and able to effectively handle complaints and grievances
- Ability to identify problems at a staff, clinical or operational level and take corrective action especially in matching workload to resources available
- Ability to contribute to planning for the introduction and implementation of new protocols and methods of working and the development of such protocols
- Ability to plan and prioritise own and departmental patient workload continually throughout the day.
Research
Desirable
- Ability to contribute to and carry out research, including presenting results if necessary
Physical
Essential
- Able to work continuously in a radiation area and manipulate heavy items associated with this
Desirable
- Ability to deal with and manipulate patient body fluids and body odours
- Able to work quickly and efficiently but within Occupational Health guidelines
Communication
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively and tactfully at all levels with staff, patients and visitors
Mental & Emotional
Desirable
- Able to operate frequently at high concentration levels, especially calculating doses and patient information
- Ability to discuss condition related information with patients
- Ability to frequently work during conditions of high pressure
Qualities & attributes
Essential
- Enthusiastic and professional approach
- Commitment to working with and for patients
- Good attendance record
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Ability to organise and prioritise work, and cope with high pressure
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).
