Senior Nuclear Medicine Radiographer Technologist

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bury St Edmunds seeks a Senior Nuclear Medicine Radiographer/Technologist to join their expanding nuclear medicine team. The successful candidate will undertake training at Master's level, starting at AfC band 6 and moving to band 7 upon successful completion of the qualification. Responsibilities include imaging patients and participation in quality assurance. The role requires effective teamwork, adaptability, and strong communication skills to manage diverse situations.

Qualifications

• Experience as a diagnostic Radiographer or nuclear medicine technologist in the NHS.
• Understanding of NM service current challenges.
• Knowledge of NM IR(ME)R regulations.

Responsibilities

• Image patients in Nuclear Medicine to required standards.
• Participate in departmental quality assurance programmes.
• Liaise with clinical teams and general public.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Teamwork

Ability to manage time and workload

Adaptability

Conflict management

Personal development commitment

Education

BSc/DCR Diagnostic Radiography

Valid HCPC registration

Post-graduate/Master's in Nuclear Medicine Imaging

Management and leadership qualification

Job description

Senior Nuclear Medicine Radiographer Technologist

We are looking for a Senior Nuclear Medicine Radiographer/Technologist to join our nuclear medicine team at West Suffolk Hospital. Please note that we will also accept applications from experienced band 6 Radiographers looking for a training opportunity.

PLEASE NOTE: training at Master's level. The successful candidate will be paid at AfC band 6 throughout the training period (approximately 12 months) and will move up to band 7 upon successful completion of a post-graduate qualification, achievement of required competencies and approval to work independently.

We are a small department but continue to expand the service and examinations we carry out. We are supported by Consultant Radiologists/ARSAC holders both in-house and remotely. However the role will require an element of lone working and higher level decision-making at times.

The WSFT Radiology department is proud to deliver a high-quality service which consistently receives excellent patient feedback. Our staff survey feedback shows that the department provides good wellbeing support in an environment which offers good CPD/staff development opportunities.

This is an exciting time to join WSFT while we are planning for the new acute hospital expected to open in 2030.

Interview date: TBC

Main duties of the job

To image patients in Nuclear Medicine to the required standard and ensure that radiation doses are compliant to the IR(ME)R regulations. Participate in departmental quality assurance programmes and safety procedures as required. Maintain an interest in the profession and knowledge of new techniques and protocols, attending courses where necessary in line with service demand. Participate in the training programs in place for students.Remain professional at all times. Liaise with other clinical teams and maintain good relations with the general public and external agencies.

About us

#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community

We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.

The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.

Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.

We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to attached job description and Person Specification.

With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.

We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.

Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

• BSc/DCR Diagnostic Radiography or Degree in Clinical Technology
• Valid HCPC registration/RCT registration
• Previous NHS experience as a diagnostic Radiographer or a nuclear medicine technologist
• Post-graduate/ Master's level award in Nuclear Medicine Imaging
• Management and leadership qualification

Experience and knowledge

• Understanding of the current challenges within the NM service
• Valuable previous NHS experience as a nuclear medicine radiographer/technologist
• Knowledge of NM IR(ME)R regulations and associated requirements
• Demonstrable experience of managing conflicting demands and priorities, carrying out the role of team leader.
• Experience working in a hospital environment that supports a wide range of complex clinical examinations
• A good understanding of the Quality Standard for Imaging (QSI)

Skills and abilities

• Ability to complete a recognised post-graduate qualification in nuclear medicine imaging (if required)
• Ability to effectively communicate with all grades of staff using a range of communication methods
• Confident and assertive, but diplomatic and approachable
• Able to work as part of a team and independently, managing own time and workload as well as that of others
• Able to use own initiative
• Able to work well under pressure, coping with stressful and emotional circumstances.
• Adaptable and open to new ways of working
• Ability to deal with conflict and manage difficult situations
• Commitment to own personal development
• Ambitious
• Willing to work hours flexibly when required
• Able to respond well to developmental feedback and apply reflection to enhance performance
• Willing to comply with IRR requirements for personal classification
• Willingness to complete a recognised leadership and management qualification
• Flexible with regard to working hours. Able to participate in covering the service Monday to Friday

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.

£38,682 to £54,710 a yearPer Annum, Pro Rata