Job summary
Nuclear Medicine Services provide highly specialised services to hospitals and GP's within South West Wales. The post holder will be part of a highly skilled team, providing consistent bone density (DXA) and Nuclear Medicine imaging services using highly specialised patient imaging equipment.
The post holder will undertake and deliver imaging services for all types of patients under close supervision of technical staff and in the course of their duties:
- Provide patient support, counselling and welfare of patients for the DXA and Nuclear Medicine, including ensuring the correct patient preparation and preparation compliance ahead of complex.
- Work independently within their scope of competence using a range of highly specialised patient imaging.
- They will learn to differentiate between technical and clinical problems and to liaise with suitably qualified colleagues as needed.
- Deal routinely deal with frail patients and their relatives, requiring tact and patients who may be physically or mentally impaired, and all will need dealing with in an empathetic manner, in order to gain the greatest cooperation during highly complex investigations.
- Will deliver excellent patient care while they are in the department this will involve manual handling, often of critically ill and incapacitated patients, some of which may be being barrier nursed, requiring the implementation of infection control procedures. Post holder will be required to concentrate on a frequent.
Main duties of the job
This is a part-time, 18 months temporary post at band 5 level which has arisen in the Nuclear Medicine department at Singleton Hospital for the recovery of DXA waiting lists in Hywel Dda. The base of this post will mainly be on our mobile unit located in Hywel Dda. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring long scanning days on weekdays and Saturdays following an adequate period of training and for supporting the service flexibly during the remaining of the contracted time.
We are looking to recruit an exceptionally motivated Radiographer or Nuclear Medicine Clinical Technologist at Band 5 to join our friendly and dynamic team. The Radiographer/Clinical Technologist will be expected to provide technical support to the DXA service but also across the full range of Nuclear Medicine Services. This is an exciting opportunity to take part in a currently fast developing setting.
Nuclear Medicine at Singleton is a friendly and progressive service. Continuing professional development of all staff is encouraged and supported. Full training will be provided to suitable candidates. The selected candidate will be required to pursue RCT or HCPC professional registration within the course of their employment.
The ability to travel between sites in a timely manner is essential.
The ability to work flexibly is essential for this post.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 148 MONTHS DUE TO LIMITED FUNDING AVAILABLE
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Managerial and Organisational
The post holder will assess and prioritise their own workload, rearranging appointments and scanning schedules with the guidance of senior staff and in the course of their duties:
- Communicate complex (clinical and technical) information to patients, colleagues, medical consultants and junior staff, and gain their cooperation.
- Recognise and deal with any emergencies arising with equipment or patient health.
- Provide verification for other members of the team and to disseminate information about imaging equipment, scanning routines and precautions to help train other members of staff.
- Develop relationships with nursing staff, doctors and other scanning departments to improve or maintain high standards of service to patients.
- Promote safety in all aspects of the working environment where radioactive isotopes are used and to disseminate that information to patients and staff.
- Work with full autonomy within or outside the trust when required and make any decisions within the scope of their competence.
- Participate in any directorate quality system and assist in the production of quality system documents.
- To participate in any management systems including facilitating equipment services, quality checks and moves as required.
- Work in other areas of Nuclear Medicine as required.
- Assist in the management of private and trial patients producing accurate records and sharing information with senior staff as needed.
- Engage in team work providing support to colleagues, line manager and other members of staff whenever needed and contributing to a positive and supporting working environment.
Clinical and technical
- Be the IRMER recognised operator for working in an environment with unsealed radioactive sources and X-rays.
- Be competent in clean room techniques and preparation of sterile radiopharmaceuticals for administration by e. injection. To produce radiopharmaceuticals to a high degree of sterility and consistency.
- Be competent in the specialist cleaning of the radiopharmacy suite and in the transfer of starting materials into the suit.
- Dispense and check radiopharmaceutical doses to a high level of precision and accuracy for administration to patients, and record administered doses on related databases.
- Carry out routine quality measurements on radionuclide calibrators and highly specialised gamma cameras and DXA equipment, bringing any anomalies to the attention of senior staff.
- Complete daily workload and adjust each complex activity according to individual medical needs.
- Competence in performing independently all diagnostic procedures produced in the department to high standards of diagnostic information as required by referring clinicians.
- Perform Bone Density scans using a variety of DXA scanners and techniques, including the mobile scanner.
- Perform complex imaging and non-imaging tests under supervision until competence has been attained.
- Assist in the acquisition and processing of dynamic images using complex computer programs to produce accurate graphs and figures to quantify parameters necessary for diagnosis and treatment.
- Follow appropriate training in the administration of unsealed radioactive dose in the manner dictated by the test either orally, intravenously or infraorbital and To administer any drugs necessary for the test as approved and verified by an ARSAC approved Medical Consultant or authorised through delegated authorisation.
- Take responsibility for the safety of patients undergoing imaging procedures whilst in their care.
- Carry out routine environmental contamination monitoring and decontaminate in accordance with departmental procedures.
- Assist in recording acquired data and results and archiving onto CD/DVD, following departmental procedures.
- Reporting faults and liaising with service engineers to ensure optimum imaging equipment efficiency.
Policy and Service Developments and Implementation
- Follow policies for the imaging, DXA, PET/CT and radiopharmacy working areas and propose changes to working practices.
- Provide assistance with the development of changes in any directorate quality systems that will have specific impact particularly in their own area but also generally within Nuclear Medicine.
- Assist the manager of any directorate quality system in developing and implementing new policies and procedures.
Teaching and Training
- Assist in the training of junior staff as required.
- Participate fully in the professional CPD programme by attending all necessary training courses and other relevant associated courses, conferences and seminars.
- disseminate information and knowledge acquired in attended conferences and seminars by presenting at full staff and specific team meetings.
- Participate in all mandatory training as required by Health Board policies.
- Participate in all training strategies required by the line manager.
Research and Development
Job description
Job responsibilities
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 148 MONTHS DUE TO LIMITED FUNDING AVAILABLE
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Managerial and Organisational
The post holder will assess and prioritise their own workload, rearranging appointments and scanning schedules with the guidance of senior staff and in the course of their duties:
- Communicate complex (clinical and technical) information to patients, colleagues, medical consultants and junior staff, and gain their cooperation.
- Recognise and deal with any emergencies arising with equipment or patient health.
- Provide verification for other members of the team and to disseminate information about imaging equipment, scanning routines and precautions to help train other members of staff.
- Develop relationships with nursing staff, doctors and other scanning departments to improve or maintain high standards of service to patients.
- Promote safety in all aspects of the working environment where radioactive isotopes are used and to disseminate that information to patients and staff.
- Work with full autonomy within or outside the trust when required and make any decisions within the scope of their competence.
- Participate in any directorate quality system and assist in the production of quality system documents.
- To participate in any management systems including facilitating equipment services, quality checks and moves as required.
- Work in other areas of Nuclear Medicine as required.
- Assist in the management of private and trial patients producing accurate records and sharing information with senior staff as needed.
- Engage in team work providing support to colleagues, line manager and other members of staff whenever needed and contributing to a positive and supporting working environment.
Clinical and technical
- Be the IRMER recognised operator for working in an environment with unsealed radioactive sources and X-rays.
- Be competent in clean room techniques and preparation of sterile radiopharmaceuticals for administration by e. injection. To produce radiopharmaceuticals to a high degree of sterility and consistency.
- Be competent in the specialist cleaning of the radiopharmacy suite and in the transfer of starting materials into the suit.
- Dispense and check radiopharmaceutical doses to a high level of precision and accuracy for administration to patients, and record administered doses on related databases.
- Carry out routine quality measurements on radionuclide calibrators and highly specialised gamma cameras and DXA equipment, bringing any anomalies to the attention of senior staff.
- Complete daily workload and adjust each complex activity according to individual medical needs.
- Competence in performing independently all diagnostic procedures produced in the department to high standards of diagnostic information as required by referring clinicians.
- Perform Bone Density scans using a variety of DXA scanners and techniques, including the mobile scanner.
- Perform complex imaging and non-imaging tests under supervision until competence has been attained.
- Assist in the acquisition and processing of dynamic images using complex computer programs to produce accurate graphs and figures to quantify parameters necessary for diagnosis and treatment.
- Follow appropriate training in the administration of unsealed radioactive dose in the manner dictated by the test either orally, intravenously or infraorbital and To administer any drugs necessary for the test as approved and verified by an ARSAC approved Medical Consultant or authorised through delegated authorisation.
- Take responsibility for the safety of patients undergoing imaging procedures whilst in their care.
- Carry out routine environmental contamination monitoring and decontaminate in accordance with departmental procedures.
- Assist in recording acquired data and results and archiving onto CD/DVD, following departmental procedures.
- Reporting faults and liaising with service engineers to ensure optimum imaging equipment efficiency.
Policy and Service Developments and Implementation
- Follow policies for the imaging, DXA, PET/CT and radiopharmacy working areas and propose changes to working practices.
- Provide assistance with the development of changes in any directorate quality systems that will have specific impact particularly in their own area but also generally within Nuclear Medicine.
- Assist the manager of any directorate quality system in developing and implementing new policies and procedures.
Teaching and Training
- Assist in the training of junior staff as required.
- Participate fully in the professional CPD programme by attending all necessary training courses and other relevant associated courses, conferences and seminars.
- disseminate information and knowledge acquired in attended conferences and seminars by presenting at full staff and specific team meetings.
- Participate in all mandatory training as required by Health Board policies.
- Participate in all training strategies required by the line manager.
Research and Development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in appropriate physical, biological or technological based discipline or degree for the College of Radiographers or equivalent vocational experience
- Prepared to work towards professional registration as a Clinical Technologist/Radiographer
Desirable
- BSc Honours Nuclear Medicine or BSc Honours Radiography or Recognised Training in Nuclear Medicine or Radiography
- Professional registration as Clinical Technologist (RCT) or Diagnostic or Therapy Radiographer (HCPC)
- DXA Qualification
- MSc in appropriate physical, biological or technological based discipline or degree for the College of Radiographers or equivalent vocational experience
Experience
Essential
- Practical experience of measurement and/or general technology in the physical or biological sciences
- Participation in a scientific, technological or clinical project
Desirable
- Experience in DXA scanning
- Experience in radiopharmacy work
- Experience in conventional/SPECT-CT Nuclear Medicine imaging scanning
- Experience in PET/CT imaging
- Experience Diagnostic CT or other radiography sub-specialty
- Proven experience in i.v. administration of radioactive substances or i.v. contrast
- Experience in radiopharmaceutical manufacturing
Skills
Essential
- Experience using Microsoft software
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Produced research / Ability to think critically
- Listed examples of teaching or supervisory experience
Healthcare Enviroment
Essential
- Able to understand confidentiality
Desirable
- Experience working with patients
Time & stress management
Essential
- Listed examples of good time management skills
Desirable
- Evidence of higher skills or CPD
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in appropriate physical, biological or technological based discipline or degree for the College of Radiographers or equivalent vocational experience
- Prepared to work towards professional registration as a Clinical Technologist/Radiographer
Desirable
- BSc Honours Nuclear Medicine or BSc Honours Radiography or Recognised Training in Nuclear Medicine or Radiography
- Professional registration as Clinical Technologist (RCT) or Diagnostic or Therapy Radiographer (HCPC)
- DXA Qualification
- MSc in appropriate physical, biological or technological based discipline or degree for the College of Radiographers or equivalent vocational experience
Experience
Essential
- Practical experience of measurement and/or general technology in the physical or biological sciences
- Participation in a scientific, technological or clinical project
Desirable
- Experience in DXA scanning
- Experience in radiopharmacy work
- Experience in conventional/SPECT-CT Nuclear Medicine imaging scanning
- Experience in PET/CT imaging
- Experience Diagnostic CT or other radiography sub-specialty
- Proven experience in i.v. administration of radioactive substances or i.v. contrast
- Experience in radiopharmaceutical manufacturing
Skills
Essential
- Experience using Microsoft software
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Produced research / Ability to think critically
- Listed examples of teaching or supervisory experience
Healthcare Enviroment
Essential
- Able to understand confidentiality
Desirable
- Experience working with patients
Time & stress management
Essential
- Listed examples of good time management skills
Desirable
- Evidence of higher skills or CPD
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).
