Job summary
The post holder will assist the in the provision and delivery of the Nuclear Medicine service throughout UHL, rotating between the Leicester Royal Infirmary and Glenfield Hospital.
The post is one of a number in the Nuclear Medicine Division. Nuclear Medicine is responsible for the use of sealed and open sources of radioactivity in the provision of a diagnostic and therapeutic service for patients throughout Leicestershire.
The post holder is required to work to high standards of accuracy, safety and accountability, complying with relevant legislation.
The post holder liaises closely with a wide range of staff, patients and carers ensuring that complex, sensitive information is relayed in an appropriate and efficient manner ensuring understanding.
Main duties of the job
- Dispensing and administering radiopharmaceuticals
- Performing imaging procedures
- Monitoring patient safety
- Patient care and interaction
- Quality control
- Working within a multidisciplinary team
- Explaining complex and sensitive information
- Training of students and other staff
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Participate in the delivery of a high quality Nuclear Medicine Service, using complex, sophisticated imaging, non-imaging and data processing equipment, ensuring that all procedures are carried out according to written procedures and guidelines.
- Uses complex image processing software to produce images, curves and data for interpretation being able to adapt the processing for non-routine information.
- Book patients in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team.
- To assist in the amendment, and writing, of protocols and workflows used in imaging procedures and data processing.
- Participate in the programme of quality control for complex Nuclear Medicine equipment as directed by the Head of Nuclear Medicine.
- To prepare, dispense and administer radiopharmaceuticals and allied pharmaceuticals for Nuclear Medicine procedures, including the consent and counselling of patients receiving radioactive substances.
- Participate in the programmes of: product quality control, environmental monitoring, plus cleaning and maintenance of equipment, clothing and work areas according to written procedures.
- Ensure that stock levels are monitored and maintained, and that all documentation relating to the ordering and receipt of radiopharmaceuticals, and other materials, especially consumables and services are complete and accurate.
- Ensure that all written procedures are adhered to, and take a pro-active role in the identification, development, implementation and monitoring of new or revised procedures in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and other Health Care Professionals.
- Where applicable, to perform the Authorisation of Nuclear Medicine procedures on behalf of the IRMER certificate holder in accordance with Authorisation Criteria, ensuring that procedures are booked accordingly.
- Ensure effective multidisciplinary communications across the Nuclear Medicine Service, Divisions and other Health Care Institutions.
- Maintain and update own level of expert knowledge and participate in the education and development of junior and trainee staff assigned to the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Participate in the delivery of a high quality Nuclear Medicine Service, using complex, sophisticated imaging, non-imaging and data processing equipment, ensuring that all procedures are carried out according to written procedures and guidelines.
- Uses complex image processing software to produce images, curves and data for interpretation being able to adapt the processing for non-routine information.
- Book patients in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team.
- To assist in the amendment, and writing, of protocols and workflows used in imaging procedures and data processing.
- Participate in the programme of quality control for complex Nuclear Medicine equipment as directed by the Head of Nuclear Medicine.
- To prepare, dispense and administer radiopharmaceuticals and allied pharmaceuticals for Nuclear Medicine procedures, including the consent and counselling of patients receiving radioactive substances.
- Participate in the programmes of: product quality control, environmental monitoring, plus cleaning and maintenance of equipment, clothing and work areas according to written procedures.
- Ensure that stock levels are monitored and maintained, and that all documentation relating to the ordering and receipt of radiopharmaceuticals, and other materials, especially consumables and services are complete and accurate.
- Ensure that all written procedures are adhered to, and take a pro-active role in the identification, development, implementation and monitoring of new or revised procedures in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and other Health Care Professionals.
- Where applicable, to perform the Authorisation of Nuclear Medicine procedures on behalf of the IRMER certificate holder in accordance with Authorisation Criteria, ensuring that procedures are booked accordingly.
- Ensure effective multidisciplinary communications across the Nuclear Medicine Service, Divisions and other Health Care Institutions.
- Maintain and update own level of expert knowledge and participate in the education and development of junior and trainee staff assigned to the service.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Clinical technology or Radiography or equivalent.
Desirable
- Postgraduate Diploma in Nuclear Medicine Teaching qualification
Experience
Essential
- 3 years' experience in Nuclear Medicine
Desirable
- Experience in Radiopharmacy. Ability to carry out cell labelling. Experience of pharmacological cardiac stress testing. A paediatric qualification
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Able to communicate, both verbally and in writing, complex and sensitive information which requires empathy and reassurance where there are barriers to understanding. Communication of instructions to the patient including condition related information and radiation risks to patients and relatives. E.G. cancer patients and paediatrics. Needs to be able to relay complex information to all levels of staff.
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Have skills for assessing the appropriateness of diagnostic requests and authorise requests on behalf of the IRMER certificate holder. Have skills to assess if additional diagnostic information is required E.G additional images. Be able to use appropriate image processing techniques. Have the skills to assess the need for additional pharmaceuticals E.G. lasix
Skills
Essential
- Dexterity, co-ordination and sensory skills needed for the manufacture (under aseptic conditions), dispensing and administration of radioactive pharmaceuticals. Ability to work at speed with precision (e.g. dynamic investigations, manipulation of radioactive sources etc.) Use of complex radiation equipment (e.g. Gamma cameras) Positioning and manipulation of patients Use of image processing equipment I.V. administration of radiopharmaceuticals. Use of laboratory equipment for the assay of specimens.
Desirable
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Be able to adjust and rearrange patient appointments, taking in to account many factors such as patient preparation, radiopharmaceutical expiry and dose, to enable urgent investigations to take place. Plan and prioritise own patient workload to run in conjunction with other duties within the department E.G. lab work, image processing.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Implement specialist imaging procedures. Calculation of correct dose of radiopharmaceuticals for adults and paediatrics. Provide radiation protection advice to patients and staff. Reviews S.O.P.s and compares to national guidelines. Supervision of junior staff and trainees. Acquisition and processing of diagnostic image data. Work within legislation
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Clinical technology or Radiography or equivalent.
Desirable
- Postgraduate Diploma in Nuclear Medicine Teaching qualification
Experience
Essential
- 3 years' experience in Nuclear Medicine
Desirable
- Experience in Radiopharmacy. Ability to carry out cell labelling. Experience of pharmacological cardiac stress testing. A paediatric qualification
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Able to communicate, both verbally and in writing, complex and sensitive information which requires empathy and reassurance where there are barriers to understanding. Communication of instructions to the patient including condition related information and radiation risks to patients and relatives. E.G. cancer patients and paediatrics. Needs to be able to relay complex information to all levels of staff.
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Have skills for assessing the appropriateness of diagnostic requests and authorise requests on behalf of the IRMER certificate holder. Have skills to assess if additional diagnostic information is required E.G additional images. Be able to use appropriate image processing techniques. Have the skills to assess the need for additional pharmaceuticals E.G. lasix
Skills
Essential
- Dexterity, co-ordination and sensory skills needed for the manufacture (under aseptic conditions), dispensing and administration of radioactive pharmaceuticals. Ability to work at speed with precision (e.g. dynamic investigations, manipulation of radioactive sources etc.) Use of complex radiation equipment (e.g. Gamma cameras) Positioning and manipulation of patients Use of image processing equipment I.V. administration of radiopharmaceuticals. Use of laboratory equipment for the assay of specimens.
Desirable
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Be able to adjust and rearrange patient appointments, taking in to account many factors such as patient preparation, radiopharmaceutical expiry and dose, to enable urgent investigations to take place. Plan and prioritise own patient workload to run in conjunction with other duties within the department E.G. lab work, image processing.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Implement specialist imaging procedures. Calculation of correct dose of radiopharmaceuticals for adults and paediatrics. Provide radiation protection advice to patients and staff. Reviews S.O.P.s and compares to national guidelines. Supervision of junior staff and trainees. Acquisition and processing of diagnostic image data. Work within legislation
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).
