Nuclear Medicine Radiographer / Technologist

The Nuclear Medicine Radiographer/ Technologist post is required to provide the highest quality clinical care whilst performing routine Nuclear Medicine procedures and investigations. As part of the position, the post holder will be involved in performing a wide range of diagnostic procedures on patients of all ages, who are suffering from a wide range of illnesses including cancer, requiring empathy and skills to help patients through difficult and complex procedures. The post holder will be required to perform all investigations according to technical protocols described in the standard operating procedures using highly specialised equipment with a value in excess of half a million pounds per unit. Complex procedures are to be undertaken with the cooperation of senior team members. The post holder will be required to participate in the routine quality assurance programme within the department and ensure a safe working environment in accordance with local rules for radiation protection and Health and Safety. This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.,

• Perform routine Nuclear Medicine procedures under indirect supervision, in a timely and accurate manner with due regard to the Health and Safety of self, staff and patients. To be able to operate most hardware and software used in the department.
• To take responsibility for patient consent, identification and relevant clinical history taking prior to commencement of the procedure in accordance with Trust and professional legislation
• Ensure that all standard operating procedures, protocols and guidelines are adhered to.
• Provide clear instructions to staff, patients and relatives as necessary.
• Optimally use all supporting and immobilisation devices on patients to achieve diagnostically accurate studies.
• To ensure that all images are of the highest diagnostic quality possible and that they are presented for reporting in timely and accurate manner.
• Assist in routine Quality Assurance of all relevant equipment and take responsibility for reporting discrepancies to appropriate personnel., Including but not limited to:
+ To ensure that the department delivers a high-quality patient experience + To ensure the safety of all patients, staff and visitors to the department + To liaise with the other modalities within the department to ensure that room utilisation is maximised and to prioritise patients to ensure optimum efficiency and service quality between different areas within the department + To ensure that the images produced are of the highest possible quality as befits a department with an international reputation and to lead by example + To ensure all data inputs are accurately recorded in order to maintain integrity of data for both patients and service + To ensure that a high personal level of professional practice is maintained and extended though participation in Professional Development + To participate in departmental and division activities such as Health and Safety, Audit, Research, Clinical Governance and investigation of adverse incidents and complaints + To rotate through PET/CT, SPECT/CT, DEXA and PET/MRI + To participate in the 7-day week and extended day as required., Please note that all correspondence regarding your application will be via email. The emails will be sent to you via TRAC.jobs and not via NHS Jobs, we encourage you to check your inbox regularly. Please note that if you are at present in a training position on the 2016 new junior doctor's contract and are applying for a Trust doctor role your salary will not be pay protected. You will be placed on the appropriate point of the Trust Doctor pay scale based on your previous experience. Please note that if you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date of the advert to assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. The Trust uses electronic new starter forms on Trac to collect personal details. Information collected is securely stored and used to set up the employee record on the ESR HR system.

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research. We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites: + University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing) + National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery + Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals + University College Hospital Grafton Way Building + Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine + University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre + The Hospital for Tropical Diseases + University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology. We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040., University College Hospital is part of the UCLH NHS Foundation Trust which has a reputation for innovation, research and providing excellent patient-focused care. The hospital is situated in the heart of the West end within easy reach of high street shops and the many amenities that London has to offer. The UCH Imaging Division has a comprehensive range of state-of-the-art equipment, including 5 MRI, 4 CT scanners, a digital Interventional Suite and 9 digital X-ray rooms. The Nuclear Medicine department houses 2 PETCT scanners and the UK's first PETMR scanner installed in 2013, 2 SPECTCT Gamma cameras, 1 x SPECT camera (with 2 new SPECTCT cameras planned for installation in the near future) and 1 Bone Densitometry scanner, all fully integrated with a new PACS system. We have an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic radiographers to join our forward-thinking and friendly department right in the heart of London's West End.

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff
• UCLH top trust to work at in England - for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
• In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England - for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England - for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work. At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England. At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England. At UCLH we take equality of opportunity seriously and are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, with a culture that creates a real sense of belonging and trust. It is our fundamental aim, to recruit, retain and promote a diverse mix of people who are representative of our local communities. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to support our world class research, innovation and creativity. UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff and has a dedicated policy which allows staff to apply for flexible working right from the beginning of employment. For more information please go to: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/work-with-us/why-choose-uclh/flexible-working. We offer our permanent staff an interest free season ticket loan for travel, all our staff have access to free independent and confidential support, large retail discounts, a staff discount platform, cycle to work scheme and on-site accommodation to name a few. Additionally, UCLH Arts and Heritage's staff wellbeing programme, Creative Comfort, offers a variety of ways to engage with the arts as a member of UCLH staff. You can try out the weekly choir, weekly art club and join the Culture Club for exclusive access to free and discounted tickets for opera, exhibitions, theatre and more. We recognise, reward and thank colleagues by nominating them for our annual Celebrating Excellence Awards, which are funded by UCLH Charity. We are also members of www.mytrustbenefits.co.uk/ which offers discounts on high street retail stores, offers on travel deals, and also to take advantage of cash back schemes.