As the Nuclear Medicine Technologist or Radiographer you will work in a team of technologists and radiographers who form part of a multidisciplinary team providing the clinical Nuclear Medicine and PET CT service at the Royal United Hospitals NHS Trust.
We provide diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including non-imaging tests. The role includes quality assurance of equipment, ordering of radiopharmaceuticals, dispensing from multi-dose vials and administration via injection, inhalation and ingestion. The majority of imaging of patients is with SPECT‑CT and sometimes includes contrast CT. The role requires regular training and auditing of skills as well as involvement with updating of documentation. Safe use and handling of radioactive materials is important.
Please make contact for a visit or for us to answer any questions about this role. In addition please do get in touch to discuss if you are interested in more than the part time hours advertised. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jasmine Cheesewright, Job title: Service Lead for Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT, Email address: jcheesewright@nhs.net, Telephone number: 01225 821674.
Responsibilities
* Undertake a full range of Nuclear Medicine and PET CT imaging (routine and specialised) in line with agreed departmental practice and protocols.
* Position the patient, gamma camera and couch or other support, having due regard to safe lifting procedures and optimum imaging outcome.
* Select the appropriate mode of operation for the gamma camera and carry out the imaging procedure.
* Undertake a full range of Nuclear Medicine image processing (routine and specialised), using the imaging computer and software, in line with agreed departmental practice and protocols.
* Undertake further training and development and maintain and develop personal skills, up-to-date and effective practice and knowledge in relation to the role through continuing professional development.
Qualifications
You need to have knowledge of the underpinning legislation relating to nuclear medicine i.e., Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017, Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017, Environmental Permitting Regulations 2016, National Regulations for the Transport of Radioactive Substances, Administration of Radioactive Substances Advisory Committee (ARSAC) guidelines.
At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment, celebrating successes, listening and learning, and championing kindness and civility. A culture of learning, developing and innovating runs throughout our organisation, and we value staff well‑being with a comprehensive support programme.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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