Job summary
Due to service expansion, we are opening new mobile units throughout the UK and are looking to recruit a Senior PET-CT Radiographer/Technologist to join the growing mobile team
Main duties of the job
As a Senior PET-CT Radiographer/Technologist you will be undertaking PET CT imaging procedures efficiently and effectively for both the public and private sectors, adhering to best practice of radiographic technique. Maintaining a high level of professionalism and technical standard of work, complying with relevant codes of practice.
About us
InHealth is the UKs largest specialist provider of diagnostic and healthcare solutions. Our aim is to make healthcare better for patients by working collaboratively with the NHS to deliver a range of high-quality tests, scans, assessments and procedures. In the last year, we have supported more than 4 million people in their healthcare journeys, the majority of these are NHS patients and service users.
As a people-focused organisation, our teams are integral in how we deliver our services and our values of Trust, Passion, Care and Fresh Thinking underpin everything we do, influencing the way we interact with patients, customers, and colleagues.
Our mission is to be the preferred provider of high-quality diagnostics and healthcare solutions in hospitals and in accessible community settings, serving 5 million patients from 1,000 locations by 2025.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job title: Senior PET CT Technologist Salary: Competitive plus a company car, or car allowance Hours: 36 hours per week on a local rota Location: Mobile units located at various hospitals in London, Milton Keynes, Reading, Stevenage, Swindon and surrounding areas. What you will do: As an InHealth Senior PET-CT Radiographer/Technologist you will be undertaking PET CT imaging procedures efficiently and effectively for both the public and private sectors, adhering to best practice of radiographic technique. Maintaining a high level of professionalism and technical standard of work, complying with relevant codes of practice. What you are responsible for:
- Undertaking supervised imaging procedures in line with existing modality specific clinical guidelines and protocols (IRMER 2017, IRR 2017, ARSAC)
- Maintaining professional competencies and CPD
- Running quality assurance checks on equipment, and action as appropriate
- Ensuring due regard is given to the customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients and to ensure patients views are sought and taken into account
- Demonstrating safe, effective practice in line with the company policies and procedures
- Ensuring patient information systems are maintained with accurate and up to date information
- Reporting all incidents and complaints in line with company policy
- Adhering to the requirements of the Data Protection Act
- Ensuring the smooth flow of clinical and administrative work
- Participating in governance activities i.e. audits, personal development, and team meetings
- Monitoring essential stocks and re-order as required
- Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
- Complying with ISO standards in respect of information security management.
We are looking for someone who has: - Knowledge of the requirements of a radiographer/technologists role in the care of patients, their visitors and carers, and to colleagues
- Safety awareness skills utilising imaging equipment
- The ability to demonstrate an appreciation of patient care and confidentiality
- Understanding of the implications of the Data Protection Act, Caldicott Principles and GDPR
- Carried out infection control training, manual handling and patient transfer training, health and safety awareness training, and basic life support training
- Computer literacy, with accurate data entry skills and attention to detail
- Good interpersonal skills
- The ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- A specific interest in training and developing their PET CT skills and those of others
- A willingness to participate in the individual performance appraisal review system
- Excellent communication skills written, verbal and listening
- Flexibility to work the shifts required
- Willingness to undertake National travel to attend training courses
- Eligibility to drive in the UK.
You should apply if you have experience: - BSc Radiography or BSc Nuclear Medicine or equivalent
- Previous experience within PET-CT or Nuclear Medicine is essential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job title: Senior PET CT Technologist Salary: Competitive plus a company car, or car allowance Hours: 36 hours per week on a local rota Location: Mobile units located at various hospitals in London, Milton Keynes, Reading, Stevenage, Swindon and surrounding areas. What you will do: As an InHealth Senior PET-CT Radiographer/Technologist you will be undertaking PET CT imaging procedures efficiently and effectively for both the public and private sectors, adhering to best practice of radiographic technique. Maintaining a high level of professionalism and technical standard of work, complying with relevant codes of practice. What you are responsible for:
- Undertaking supervised imaging procedures in line with existing modality specific clinical guidelines and protocols (IRMER 2017, IRR 2017, ARSAC)
- Maintaining professional competencies and CPD
- Running quality assurance checks on equipment, and action as appropriate
- Ensuring due regard is given to the customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients and to ensure patients views are sought and taken into account
- Demonstrating safe, effective practice in line with the company policies and procedures
- Ensuring patient information systems are maintained with accurate and up to date information
- Reporting all incidents and complaints in line with company policy
- Adhering to the requirements of the Data Protection Act
- Ensuring the smooth flow of clinical and administrative work
- Participating in governance activities i.e. audits, personal development, and team meetings
- Monitoring essential stocks and re-order as required
- Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
- Complying with ISO standards in respect of information security management.
We are looking for someone who has: - Knowledge of the requirements of a radiographer/technologists role in the care of patients, their visitors and carers, and to colleagues
- Safety awareness skills utilising imaging equipment
- The ability to demonstrate an appreciation of patient care and confidentiality
- Understanding of the implications of the Data Protection Act, Caldicott Principles and GDPR
- Carried out infection control training, manual handling and patient transfer training, health and safety awareness training, and basic life support training
- Computer literacy, with accurate data entry skills and attention to detail
- Good interpersonal skills
- The ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- A specific interest in training and developing their PET CT skills and those of others
- A willingness to participate in the individual performance appraisal review system
- Excellent communication skills written, verbal and listening
- Flexibility to work the shifts required
- Willingness to undertake National travel to attend training courses
- Eligibility to drive in the UK.
You should apply if you have experience: - BSc Radiography or BSc Nuclear Medicine or equivalent
- Previous experience within PET-CT or Nuclear Medicine is essential.
Person Specification
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Experience
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Additional Criteria
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Person Specification
Qualifications
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- please see full job description above
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- please see full job description above
Experience
Essential
- please see full job description above
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Additional Criteria
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Desirable
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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).
