Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist/Radiographer

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK healthcare provider is seeking a qualified and experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist/Radiographer to join their team across two sites in London. You will work with advanced equipment and handle a variety of diagnostic imaging procedures. Ideal candidates should have a BSc in a relevant field, HCPC registration, and experience in nuclear medicine. This role also involves training staff and contributing to research in the field.

Benefits

Career development

Flexible working

Staff recognition scheme

Membership options for onsite leisure facilities

Qualifications

• 2 years full time professional experience in a Nuclear Medicine Dept.
• Up to date knowledge of general nuclear medicine imaging techniques.
• Experience working unsupervised.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT procedures.
• Lead and support training of junior staff.
• Participate in research imaging to advance nuclear medicine.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision making skills

I.V. administration and cannulation

Problem solving skills

Education

BSc in a Science subject or Radiography

State registration with HCPC

Post graduate diploma in Nuclear Medicine or equivalent

IPEM registration or in process

Tools

Siemens Biograph Vision 600

Siemens Intevo Bold gamma cameras

Job description

Are you an enthusiastic, dedicated, and experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist/Radiographer looking to take the next step in your career? We are currently seeking a talented individual to join our dynamic and friendly team to work across two prestigious sites: Charing Cross Hospital and Hammersmith Hospital.

As part of a highly specialised team, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment and contribute to a wide variety of clinical and research imaging in the field of Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT.

What We're Looking For:Qualified Nuclear Medicine Technologist/Radiographer with significant experience in clinical practice.

Strong understanding of PET/CT and Nuclear Medicine imaging and therapies.

Experience with advanced imaging equipment such as Siemens Biograph Vision 600 and Siemens Intevo Bold gamma cameras is preferred but not essential.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a patient-centred approach to care.

Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced and often challenging environment.

A proactive approach to professional development and a desire to stay at the forefront of innovation in Nuclear Medicine.

Main duties of the job

• Perform clinical Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT procedures, including a range of diagnostic imaging with radiopharmaceuticals such as 18F-FDG, 68Ga-Dotatate, 68Ga-PSMA, and 18F-Choline using our Siemens Biograph Vision 600.
• Participate in general Nuclear Medicine examinations and therapies, including Myocardial Perfusions, DAT scans, GFRs, and 177Lutetium, SIRTeX, and Therasphere therapies at Hammersmith Hospital with Siemens Intevo Bold gamma cameras.
• Provide exceptional patient care, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and professional environment for all patients.
• Lead and support the training of junior staff, helping to develop their skills and expertise within the department.
• Take part in departmental development, improving processes and contributing to the growth of the team and service.
• Participate in both clinical and research imaging, helping to advance the field of Nuclear Medicine with a broad range of imaging protocols.

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education

• BSc in a Science subject or BSc in Radiography or equivalent
• Radiographer - State registration with HCPC
• Post graduate diploma in Nuclear Medicine or equivalent or working towards a post graduate qualification in Nuclear Medicine Technology
• Evidence of CPD
• Technologists - IPEM registered or in the process of registering
• Further professional qualifications

Experience

• 2 years full time professional experience in a Nuclear Medicine Dept. as Band 6 or equivalent.
• Up to date knowledge of general nuclear medicine imaging techniques, including data acquisition, image processing and SPECT/CT.
• Experience working unsupervised
• High level of patient care
• NHS experience
• PET/CT Experience
• Previous experience at Band 7 level
• Experience of training staff and students

Skills

• Good knowledge of nuclear medicine instruments and procedures.
• I.V. administration and cannulation skill
• Good decision making and problem solving skills
• Good oral and written English communication skills
• Competent in PETCT

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.