Job summary
Band 7 PET-CT Deputy Superintendent Technologist/Radiographer
We are looking for an experienced senior PET-CT radiographer /technologist to join our PET-CT department at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton. This is great opportunity to join a state-of-art department in a modern hospital building. With an extensive knowledge of PET-CT you will help develop and manage the service and team within a specified budget. You will be responsible for ensuring a high-quality scanning service and for meeting targets. You will be supported by a PET-CT Superintendent, consultants, dedicated physics, and admin staff.
Main duties of the job
As the deputy you will work closely with the PET-CT Superintendent to help drive transformation as well as ensuring effective day-to-day operational management of the service. You are expected to have experience in supervising and training staff as well as extensive clinical knowledge. You will be a credible and visible leader and will work cooperatively as part of a large MDT. You will need to be resourceful and innovative to ensure that the PET-CT service delivers prompt and timely care to our patients, as well as maintaining good relationships with our external partners.
You will need to manage capacity and patient flow and maintain regular dialogue with the administrative service. You will ensure quality assurance, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance are in place. You will be trained to be an RPS for the area and will be expected to facilitate departmental research. You may be required to work at other Trust sites and to ensure any satellite units are performing as expected. The service will initially run Monday-Friday 8am - 8pm but will expand to encompass weekends as the service develops.
In return for your commitment to us, we will provide ongoing support for your professional development, as well as a friendly, challenging and stimulating work environment.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Job description
Job responsibilities
See Job description
To support the PET-CT Superintendent, Lead PET-CT Consultant, and Lead Superintendent Radiographer and oversee operations within the PET-CT department, and to work collaboratively with staff to provide effective day-to-day operational management.
The post holder will be required to work with minimal supervision and be responsible for performing a wide range of examinations and procedures to a high standard on patients of all ages. They will ensure patients are efficiently booked and that equipment, consumables, and staffing resources are utilised effectively, whilst reviewing demand and capacity on a regular basis.
The post holder will undertake clinical work in a highly specialised area which requires consideration of the risks of radiation and cross infection. The person needs to possess the empathy and skills to help patients through difficult and complex procedures. This will include supervision, training and allocation of the workload for other technologists/radiographers ensuring the highest quality of patient care.
The post holder will be required to perform processing and produce results to the highest technical standards. They will work collaboratively to ensure all staff within the department have the correct training and are competent for their roles.
To work within regulatory controls and rules and ensure a safe working environment in accordance with local rules for radiation protection and Health and Safety.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See Job description
To support the PET-CT Superintendent, Lead PET-CT Consultant, and Lead Superintendent Radiographer and oversee operations within the PET-CT department, and to work collaboratively with staff to provide effective day-to-day operational management.
The post holder will be required to work with minimal supervision and be responsible for performing a wide range of examinations and procedures to a high standard on patients of all ages. They will ensure patients are efficiently booked and that equipment, consumables, and staffing resources are utilised effectively, whilst reviewing demand and capacity on a regular basis.
The post holder will undertake clinical work in a highly specialised area which requires consideration of the risks of radiation and cross infection. The person needs to possess the empathy and skills to help patients through difficult and complex procedures. This will include supervision, training and allocation of the workload for other technologists/radiographers ensuring the highest quality of patient care.
The post holder will be required to perform processing and produce results to the highest technical standards. They will work collaboratively to ensure all staff within the department have the correct training and are competent for their roles.
To work within regulatory controls and rules and ensure a safe working environment in accordance with local rules for radiation protection and Health and Safety.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A relevant qualification in Diagnostic Radiography or relevant PET-CT / Nuclear Medicine Technology eg BSc or PgD or MSc
Desirable
- Post-graduate qualification in relevant field (e.g. PETCT, leadership, healthcare)
Experience
Essential
- 2 years minimum NHS or UK hospital PET-CT clinical experience
- Specialised knowledge of Radiation Physics (IR(ME)R and ARSAC.
- Understanding of the Risks associated with unsealed sources to patients and staff.
- Knowledge of general policies and procedures applicable to a PET-CT Department.
Desirable
- Wide range of experience in PET-CT techniques and different radiotracers
- Previous experience in a supervisory role
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A relevant qualification in Diagnostic Radiography or relevant PET-CT / Nuclear Medicine Technology eg BSc or PgD or MSc
Desirable
- Post-graduate qualification in relevant field (e.g. PETCT, leadership, healthcare)
Experience
Essential
- 2 years minimum NHS or UK hospital PET-CT clinical experience
- Specialised knowledge of Radiation Physics (IR(ME)R and ARSAC.
- Understanding of the Risks associated with unsealed sources to patients and staff.
- Knowledge of general policies and procedures applicable to a PET-CT Department.
Desirable
- Wide range of experience in PET-CT techniques and different radiotracers
- Previous experience in a supervisory role
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Nuclear Medicine Department, Eastern Road,
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Employer's website
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
