Nuclear Medicine Superintendent

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust

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Job summary

An exciting new opportunity arisen to work in the Walsall Healthcare Trust's imaging service. You will be responsible for the management and delivery of Nuclear Medicine services, leading the Nuclear Medicine Team to provide excellent standards of imaging provision in terms of quality, safety and access to services, providing the Radiology Service Manager with regular feedback regarding agreed key performance indicators for this service. Perform and report on agreed Nuclear medicine procedures as an advanced practitioner or working towards the qualification.They will promote Trust values ensuring adherence to all policies and procedures and will line manage an allocated team, being responsible for their personal development and engagement. The post holder must be able to operate independently when deputising for the Radiology Services Manager.

Main duties of the job

Manage the provision of high quality and timely Nuclear Medicine services to provide accurate diagnosis and treatment. Accountable for the delivery of Nuclear Medicine services reflecting current protocols, guidelines and practices. Perform and report on agreed Nuclear medicine procedures as an advanced practitioner or working towards the qualification. Assist in modelling the service to take into account local service pressures.Assist in the strategical modelling of the service taking into account demand and capacity and existing workforce funding.Proactively monitor waiting times within the Nuclear Medicine modality.Plan, organise and manage daily workload and staff in order to provide a comprehensive service. Focal point for any clinical and safety issues within the modality. Focal point for any technical and service issues.To participate with the recruitment and selection of staff. Ensure that staff receive annual appraisal reviews and act as an appraiser and develop staff within their roles. Instrumental in the selection of new equipment. Manage budgets effectively and act as signatory.To lead in innovations of Nuclear Medicine services, playing a key role in the development of business cases.

About us

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is one of the largest employers in the local area with over 3,000 staff. We have a friendly and vibrant Imaging department and we have new and exciting opportunities coming up. We have recently installed new state of the art CT scanners and we have new exciting developments to install a new state of the art scanner for Urgent and Emergency Pathways. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge

Date posted

03 July 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£50,952 to £57,349 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

407-WCCSS-6340176-A

Job locations

Walsall Manor Healthcare NHS Trust

Moat Road

Walsall

WS2 9PS


Job description

Job responsibilities

To perform Nuclear Medicine examinations.

To use analytical and judgemental skills to interpret radiographs, accurately differentiating between normal and abnormal findings, taking appropriate action as required

To be competent in the operation of the Radiology Information System / PACS System

To maintain patient dignity and confidentiality whilst undertaking examinations Demonstrate good communication skills.

To ensure that adequate radiation protection is given to self, patient and others in line with IR(ME)R 2017 IRR 2017 (including local rules)

To implement radiographic protocols to meet the needs of the service.

To use manual handling aids competently as required by the Trust for safety of both patients and staff.

To participate in advanced practice within an agreed weekly rota.

To supervise the activities of students and trainees within the department to ensure that they observe health and safety rules and fire regulations.

To review radiographic examination referrals for appropriateness and priority

Develop and promote good working relationships between multidisciplinary teams

Job description

Job responsibilities

To perform Nuclear Medicine examinations.

To use analytical and judgemental skills to interpret radiographs, accurately differentiating between normal and abnormal findings, taking appropriate action as required

To be competent in the operation of the Radiology Information System / PACS System

To maintain patient dignity and confidentiality whilst undertaking examinations Demonstrate good communication skills.

To ensure that adequate radiation protection is given to self, patient and others in line with IR(ME)R 2017 IRR 2017 (including local rules)

To implement radiographic protocols to meet the needs of the service.

To use manual handling aids competently as required by the Trust for safety of both patients and staff.

To participate in advanced practice within an agreed weekly rota.

To supervise the activities of students and trainees within the department to ensure that they observe health and safety rules and fire regulations.

To review radiographic examination referrals for appropriateness and priority

Develop and promote good working relationships between multidisciplinary teams

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Must hold the Diploma of the Society of Radiolgraphers DCR(R) or BSc Radiography or equivalent.
  • Relevant Post Graduate Qualification and specialist experience in Nuclear Medicine.
  • Nuclear Medicine Reporting Qualification with 3 years post graduate experience at a senior grade.
  • Evidence of continued professional development

Experience

Essential

  • At least 3 years post graduate specialist experience in Nuclear Medicine
  • Evidence of Post Graduate development
  • Experience of working in the NHS
  • Ability to lead a team or supervisory experience

Skills

Essential

  • Demonstration of managerial skills
  • Evidence of Post Graduate development
  • Plan, organise and manage workload and a multidisciplinary team within their modality.
  • Ability and judgement to act independently to resolve complex problems
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Must hold the Diploma of the Society of Radiolgraphers DCR(R) or BSc Radiography or equivalent.
  • Relevant Post Graduate Qualification and specialist experience in Nuclear Medicine.
  • Nuclear Medicine Reporting Qualification with 3 years post graduate experience at a senior grade.
  • Evidence of continued professional development

Experience

Essential

  • At least 3 years post graduate specialist experience in Nuclear Medicine
  • Evidence of Post Graduate development
  • Experience of working in the NHS
  • Ability to lead a team or supervisory experience

Skills

Essential

  • Demonstration of managerial skills
  • Evidence of Post Graduate development
  • Plan, organise and manage workload and a multidisciplinary team within their modality.
  • Ability and judgement to act independently to resolve complex problems

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Walsall Manor Healthcare NHS Trust

Moat Road

Walsall

WS2 9PS


Employer's website

https://walsallhealthcare.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Walsall Manor Healthcare NHS Trust

Moat Road

Walsall

WS2 9PS


Employer's website

https://walsallhealthcare.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Interim Divisional director of operations

Mphathisi Ncube

mphathisi.ncube2@nhs.net

07779437708

Date posted

03 July 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£50,952 to £57,349 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

407-WCCSS-6340176-A

Job locations

Walsall Manor Healthcare NHS Trust

Moat Road

Walsall

WS2 9PS


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