PET-CT Clinical Specialist – Bon Secours Diagnostic Imaging Limerick

Irish Institute of Radiography and Radiation Therapy; Limerick; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Friendly Working Arrangements

27 Annual Leave Days (including 2 discretionary days)

Job summary

Bon Secours Diagnostic Imaging in Limerick is looking for a PET-CT Clinical Specialist to lead our new PET-CT services. This position includes responsibilities such as service delivery, quality assurance, and staff management in a state-of-the-art facility.

The ideal candidate will have a BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Radiography and active CORU registration. We offer benefits like family-friendly working arrangements and 27 annual leave days inclusive of discretionary leave.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent is required.
• Active CORU registration is mandatory.
• IV Cannulation experience is essential.
• Post-Graduate Qualification in PET-CT is desirable but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead the PET-CT unit, focusing on service delivery and quality assurance.
• Create operational policies and guidelines for the PET-CT department.
• Train staff and supervise service delivery.
• Maintain knowledge of clinical, technical, and radiographic developments.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Quality assurance

Staff management

Education

BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent

Active CORU Registration

Post-Graduate Qualification in PET-CT

Job description

PET-CT Clinical Specialist – Bon Secours Diagnostic Imaging Limerick

Bon Secours Diagnostic Imaging currently have an exciting opportunity with an excellent remuneration package available for aPET-CT Clinical Specialistto join our brand new, state-of-the-art facility in the new Bon Secours Hospital Limerick!

The €213m investment in the 190-bed facility is one of the largest in healthcare ever made in the region and will ensure patients have rapid access to world-class diagnostic services, delivered locally and in a fully integrated clinical setting. This will be the first PET-CT service in the Midwest and aims to deliver a significant enhancement to patient care.

The PET-CT Clinical Specialist will lead the PET-CT unit, focusing on service delivery, quality assurance, and staff management. This role involves a combination of expert clinical duties, such as ensuring the correct protocols are followed and manage the day-to-day operations of the PET-CT service, and leadership responsibilities, like training staff and supervising service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• In conjunction with the PET-CT Clinical and Administrative staff, provide a safe & efficient PET-CT service, while adhering to all legislative regulations and company policies.
• Accountable for the quality of the service provided, including customer service & technical aspects.
• Developing and implementing operational policies, protocols & guidelines.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of clinical, technical and radiographic developments in relation to the PET-CT department and promote awareness of new developments.
• Support the Unit Manager in the implementation of initiatives aimed at on-going service development and improvement.
• Promote & maintain a safe environment for staff and patients. Assist in the development and implementation of risk management and health and safety strategies in association with the Quality Department.
• Participate fully with all internal and external audits and Accreditation.
• Quality Assurance: Investigate & take appropriate action in accordance with Company policy in relation to complaints, accidents and incidents.
• Ensure that all Company policies & relevant up-to-date information is understood by staff and complied with.
• Ensure all Company policies on infection control, IV policy and health and safety etc. are understood by staff and complied with.
• Maintain a quality assurance programme in the PET/CT department.
• Assist the Radiation Protection Officer to ensure that all principles and policies of radiation protection, are adhered to.
• Be familiar with all legislation and directives regarding the safety standards for the protection of health workers and the general public against the dangers arising from Ionising Radiation.
• Follow all Radiation Protection practices as determined by the Radiation Protection Committee, Radiation Protection Advisor and Radiation Protection Officer

Key Requirements:

• BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
• Active CORU Registration
• IV Cannulation
• Post-Graduate Qualification in PET-CT (desirable) but not mandatory.

Benefits

• Family Friendly Working Arrangements
• 27 Annual Leave Days (including 2 discretionary days)