Job summary
This
is a busy clinical post based in the Kings College London & Guys and St
Thomas PET Centre (hereafter known as the PET Centre) at both Guys and St
Thomas Hospitals intended to provide day to day medical cover for the service
and will involve vetting, supervision, cardiac stressing and reporting of a
range of PET-CT and PET-MR studies to cover oncology, neurology and cardiac
applications. The post holder will be actively involved in clinical studies but
also some research studies undertaken predominantly within the PET Centre. The
post holder will also participate in preparation and presentation of cases for
multidisciplinary meetings and PET Educational forums and have an active
teaching role.
The Fellow will be expected
to take part in clinical activities.
Training will be given during the post to enable the post holder to
fulfil these responsibilities, but it is expected that applicants will have
sufficient training in Nuclear Medicine and/or Radiology to be able to perform
many of these tasks from the outset.
Main duties of the job
Key objectives
The fellow will be
working in the field of PET-CT imaging to ensure the smooth running of the
clinical service.
Communication
& networking-Good general communication skills are essential for the
interaction with members of the clinical team within PET and research teams
from within Imaging Sciences.
It will be essential to form a good working relationship with
referring clinicians and imaging technical staff.
Decision
making, planning & problem solving-Decisions will be taken together
with the Clinical Lead in PET to whom the post-holder is primarily accountable.
Service
delivery-The post-holder will be involved in vetting, supervision and
supervised reporting of PET-CT scans and MDMs and for liaising with referring
and other clinicians. The post holder
may also administer radiotracers and IV or oral contrast as required in
conjunction with technical and radiography staff.
Analysis & research-The post-holder may undertake a research or
audit project during their appointment under supervision.
Teamwork,
teaching & learning support-The post holder will be expected to
take part in an Appraisal scheme during their time in post.
Job plan-Clinical staff have a formal job plan of fixed
commitments. A draft timetable is
available.
About us
King's College LondonEquality, Diversity
& Inclusion are central tenets of Kings Vision 2029 which sets out the
roadmap for Kings ambition to provide an exceptional student experience and to
be an employer of choice. Integral to this is ensuring equality of opportunity
and outcome, recognising, celebrating and improving our diversity and
inclusion.
As a responsible
employer we aim to provide and promote a positive working, learning, and social
environment which is free from prejudice, discrimination and any forms of
harassment, bullying or victimisation.Our commitment to inclusion means that Kings
aims to create an environment where differences are not just respected, but
also valued and celebrated. Everyone should be able to bring their whole self
to Kings.
All Kings students,
staff and affiliates are responsible for meeting these commitments to value
diversity and create an inclusive environment. King's will support and equip
all members of its community to do this, embedding inclusion throughout the
universitys policies, procedures, and practices.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical and Technical
To be responsible as a
member of the clinical team for the management of patients undergoing PET
studies and participate in a rota to provide clinical cover for the PET Centre.
To vet imaging requests
in accordance with departmental guidance.
To insert I.V. lines
when required and perform pharmacological cardiac stress studies, administer
insulin and sedation as required.
In conjunction with the
radiographers, to administer radiotracers and IV contrast as required.
To participate in
interpretation of images and report dictation, providing an efficient and
timely service to referring clinicians.
To participate in
planning and execution of some research studies.
Prepare cases for and
participate in multidisciplinary meetings.
To liaise with
referrers and other clinicians requesting scans and image review and
occasionally for radiotherapy planning purposes.
Academic
Clinical Research - The
fellow may undertake a research project whilst in post and would be encouraged
to present at a national or international meeting and publish their
research. One session will be allocated
for research time.
Teaching and training -
The fellow will be expected to take part in teaching and training of other
healthcare staff (e.g., technologists and radiographers, medical students)
Administrative
The post holder will be
expected to take part in the general activities of the School of Biomedical
Engineering & Imaging Sciences, including departmental meetings, appraisal
and KCL probation meetings.
To respond to enquiries
about PET from clinicians and other healthcare personnel.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical and Technical
To be responsible as a
member of the clinical team for the management of patients undergoing PET
studies and participate in a rota to provide clinical cover for the PET Centre.
To vet imaging requests
in accordance with departmental guidance.
To insert I.V. lines
when required and perform pharmacological cardiac stress studies, administer
insulin and sedation as required.
In conjunction with the
radiographers, to administer radiotracers and IV contrast as required.
To participate in
interpretation of images and report dictation, providing an efficient and
timely service to referring clinicians.
To participate in
planning and execution of some research studies.
Prepare cases for and
participate in multidisciplinary meetings.
To liaise with
referrers and other clinicians requesting scans and image review and
occasionally for radiotherapy planning purposes.
Academic
Clinical Research - The
fellow may undertake a research project whilst in post and would be encouraged
to present at a national or international meeting and publish their
research. One session will be allocated
for research time.
Teaching and training -
The fellow will be expected to take part in teaching and training of other
healthcare staff (e.g., technologists and radiographers, medical students)
Administrative
The post holder will be
expected to take part in the general activities of the School of Biomedical
Engineering & Imaging Sciences, including departmental meetings, appraisal
and KCL probation meetings.
To respond to enquiries
about PET from clinicians and other healthcare personnel.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- CCT in Nuclear Medicine or Radiology with specialisation in Radionuclide Radiology or equivalent (or within 6 months of attainment at time of application)
- Clinical experience in Nuclear Medicine
- Clinical experience in PET-CT
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Good computing skills
- Ability to work to clinical and scientific deadlines and to plan and prioritise workload
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and without close supervision
Desirable
- FRCR, Nuclear Medicine MSc or equivalent
- Clinical experience in Radiology
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- CCT in Nuclear Medicine or Radiology with specialisation in Radionuclide Radiology or equivalent (or within 6 months of attainment at time of application)
- Clinical experience in Nuclear Medicine
- Clinical experience in PET-CT
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Good computing skills
- Ability to work to clinical and scientific deadlines and to plan and prioritise workload
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and without close supervision
Desirable
- FRCR, Nuclear Medicine MSc or equivalent
- Clinical experience in Radiology
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).