Lead Radiographer Nuclear Medicine and PETCT
Apply for the Lead Radiographer Nuclear Medicine and PETCT role at NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group.
Job Summary
We are looking to recruit an experienced, highly motivated, dynamic, innovative, and professional individual to join an established multidisciplinary Nuclear Medicine team. You must have a flexible approach to working and a desire to further develop and progress the Nuclear Medicine service. You will support the operational management of the service across the LUHFT site and ensure appropriate workflows are maintained. You will provide leadership and support the education of Radiographers, Technologists and Radiographic assistants. You should hold a Post Graduate qualification in Nuclear Medicine and have extensive clinical experience. Leadership and demand management experience is essential.
Main Duties of the Job
* Accountable for the day-to-day operational management of the Nuclear Medicine, PET CT and BMD departments across sites and to ensure service standardisation within the extended day.
* Take the operational lead within the Nuclear Medicine/PET CT/DEXA department.
* Act as an innovative leader, to encourage new ways of working.
* Work effectively and collaboratively with the Departmental Manager and Directorate manager to support business planning and the strategic direction of the Nuclear Medicine/PETCT/DEXA service.
* Develop the expansion of the Nuclear Medicine/PETCT/DEXA service across the site.
* Liaise closely with lead clinicians and maintain high professional standards.
* Lead development and regulation of new protocols; be responsible for writing and implementing all standard operating procedures for Nuclear Medicine/PETCT/DEXA.
* Facilitate research opportunities in Nuclear Medicine/PETCT/DEXA.
* Ensure clinical notation and record keeping is of the highest standard.
* Provide leadership, support and guidance to junior medical staff, radiographers, and students.
* Ensure a safe working environment within the designated area.
* Exercise stock control and be responsible for the efficient use of and ordering of consumables.
* Liaise with equipment manufacturers and accessory companies.
* Evaluate new products and technology with clinical applications within the guidelines provided by the trust.
* Participate in multi-disciplinary team working.
* Attend M.D.T meetings as required.
* Co‑ordinate the Nuclear medicine/PET CT extended working rota to ensure maximum use of capacity.
* Maintain a team of Nuclear Medicine/PETCT/DEXA radiographers to a level of competency that allows smooth operation in the post holder's absence.
* Practice within the rules of the Health Professions Council.
* Contribute to the delivery of the Trust objectives.
* Provide input to achieve 7/7 working.
* Ensure effective communication with patients, carers and all health care professionals about all aspects of patient care.
* Liaise with other hospitals and external agencies.
* Maintain accurate documentation pertinent to the examination.
* Supervise and assist in training of radiographers and trainee nuclear medicine radiologists.
* Ensure infection control measures are utilised where necessary.
* Exercise time management and prioritisation skills to make decisions in complex and unpredictable circumstances.
About Us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities. For 630,000 people across Merseyside, we provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West. (Full description omitted for brevity).
Details
Band: Band 8a
Salary: £55,690 to £62,682 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Job location: LUHFT, Prescot Street, Liverpool, L7 8XP
Person Specification
Essential:
* Qualifications: Master’s degree or high level of experience in Nuclear Medicine and PETCT; DCR or Degree in Radiographer/Nuclear Medicine Technology.
* Experience: Demonstratable experience in Nuclear Medicine and PETCT, supervision of Radiographic staff, audit, experience of modernisation agenda, patient experience.
* Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to prioritise, meet challenging deadlines, manage change, train/mentor staff, time management skills.
* Other: Enthusiastic, Demonstrate commitment to task, Works on own initiative, Team player, Approachable, Diplomatic, Visionary.
Desirable:
* IT skills, word processing, email and spreadsheets.
* Management experience.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
UK Registration
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