Job summary
We are seeking an experienced Nuclear Medicine practitioner to join our team as Deputy Nuclear Medicine Superintendent. The post holder will support the Superintendent in the operational, clinical and professional leadership of the Nuclear Medicine service, ensuring safe, high quality and compliant delivery of services.
The role is open to Nuclear Medicine Radiographers or Nuclear Medicine Technologists with relevant Nuclear Medicine experience. The post holder will support regulatory compliance, workforce development, service improvement and deputise for the Superintendent when required.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner looking to develop leadership skills within a supportive and forward thinking service.
PLEASE NOTE, WE MAY CLOSE THIS VACANCY EARLY IF WE RECEIVE HIGH NUMBERS OF APPLICATIONS.
Main duties of the job
Support delivery of a safe, effective and high quality Nuclear Medicine service
o Deputise for the Superintendent as required
o Support day to day operational coordination of the department
o Support supervision, training and competency development of staff and students
o Support compliance with radiation legislation, ARSAC licensing and environmental permits
o Contribute to audit, governance and quality improvement activity
o Support service development and implementation of new pathways or technology
o Maintain high standards of patient care, safety and experience
About us
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is an integrated Trust and the only provider of NHS acute care in Walsall, serving a population of 284,300. It provides inpatient and outpatient services at the Manor Hospital as well as a wide range of services in the community. Walsall Manor houses the full range of district general hospital services under one roof. The £170 million development was completed in 2010, and ongoing upgrades ensure the Trust now has state-of-the-art facilities, including a Critical Care Unit, Neonatal Unit, Obstetric Theatre, and Integrated Assessment Unit. A new Urgent and Emergency Care Centre, opened in March 2023, has significantly improved emergency care facilities and capacity, providing almost 5,000 square metres of additional clinical space.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will support the Superintendent in the operational and clinical delivery of Nuclear Medicine services, ensuring safe, compliant and high quality patient care.
The post holder will support daily service delivery including workload coordination, staff support and escalation of operational risks. They will deputise for the Superintendent when required within delegated authority.
The post holder will perform Nuclear Medicine examinations to a high specialist standard and support safe administration of radiopharmaceuticals in line with local and national guidance.
The post holder will support compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements including IRR17, IR(ME)R, ARSAC licensing conditions and Environment Agency permits, working with Trust radiation protection and governance teams.
The post holder will support development, review and audit of clinical protocols, Local Rules, IR(ME)R procedures and departmental policies.
The post holder will support training, supervision and competency assessment of staff and students and contribute to workforce development and succession planning.
The post holder will contribute to audit, research, quality improvement and service development activity.
The post holder will support incident reporting, investigation and risk management processes in line with Trust governance frameworks.
The post holder will maintain professional registration and ongoing professional development relevant to Nuclear Medicine practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will support the Superintendent in the operational and clinical delivery of Nuclear Medicine services, ensuring safe, compliant and high quality patient care.
The post holder will support daily service delivery including workload coordination, staff support and escalation of operational risks. They will deputise for the Superintendent when required within delegated authority.
The post holder will perform Nuclear Medicine examinations to a high specialist standard and support safe administration of radiopharmaceuticals in line with local and national guidance.
The post holder will support compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements including IRR17, IR(ME)R, ARSAC licensing conditions and Environment Agency permits, working with Trust radiation protection and governance teams.
The post holder will support development, review and audit of clinical protocols, Local Rules, IR(ME)R procedures and departmental policies.
The post holder will support training, supervision and competency assessment of staff and students and contribute to workforce development and succession planning.
The post holder will contribute to audit, research, quality improvement and service development activity.
The post holder will support incident reporting, investigation and risk management processes in line with Trust governance frameworks.
The post holder will maintain professional registration and ongoing professional development relevant to Nuclear Medicine practice.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- o BSc Degree in Radiography, Healthcare science, Nuclear Medicine Technology or equivalent relevant qualification.
- o Professional Registration with HCPC, RCT or AHC
- Evidence of Specialist Training or equivalent experience in Nuclear Medicine Practice
Desirable
- oPost Graduate Qualification in Nuclear Medicine(PGCert/PGDip/MSC or equivalent
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Extensive relevant post graduate experience at a senior grade, including specialist experience in Nuclear Medicine.
- Experience of working within the NHS and having a leadership/supervisory role
Essential
Essential
- Demonstration of departmental and pharmacological stress leadership skills
Desirable
- The ability to establish a role and develop collaborative working relationships within different teams
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- o BSc Degree in Radiography, Healthcare science, Nuclear Medicine Technology or equivalent relevant qualification.
- o Professional Registration with HCPC, RCT or AHC
- Evidence of Specialist Training or equivalent experience in Nuclear Medicine Practice
Desirable
- oPost Graduate Qualification in Nuclear Medicine(PGCert/PGDip/MSC or equivalent
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Extensive relevant post graduate experience at a senior grade, including specialist experience in Nuclear Medicine.
- Experience of working within the NHS and having a leadership/supervisory role
Essential
Essential
- Demonstration of departmental and pharmacological stress leadership skills
Desirable
- The ability to establish a role and develop collaborative working relationships within different teams
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).
