Senior Imaging Practitioner Nuclear Medicine (Radiographer/Technologist)
We are seeking a Senior Imaging Radiographer /Technologist for the Nuclear Medicine department at the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust in Guildford.
At our department, there are three SPECT/CT systems, all three have diagnostic CT capability and one is a digital CZT system.
We deliver a full range of diagnostic nuclear medicine tests to both adult and paediatric patients, as well as providing a comprehensive Molecular Radiotherapy service (including I-131 for benign and malignant thyroid disease, Y-90 SIRT, Lu-177 DOTATATE and Ra-223 Xofigo).
The department is also active in research, with close links to the University of Surrey and other partners, and an active portfolio of clinical trials of Molecular Radiotherapy.
As a Senior Practitioner, you will assist the service manager and the deputy to lead a team of technologists, radiographers, assistant practitioners, apprentices and administrative staff supporting the diagnostic service and work in close partnership with our Medical Physics team in the delivery of the Molecular Radiotherapy service.
The successful candidate will work closely with the wider Oncology team. We welcome individuals who have an excellent understanding and knowledge of a forward thinking Nuclear Medicine service.
The Nuclear Medicine department provides a comprehensive service to the Royal Surrey County Hospital. Routine clinical work includes a full range of diagnostic investigations, molecular radiotherapy, research and other associated procedures using imaging and in vitro techniques.
You will be an accomplished and competent Nuclear Medicine Radiographer/Technologist who has expert knowledge and recent experience of Nuclear Medicine techniques. Who can demonstrate leadership skills within a highly regulated and controlled environment. Who may have some experience in Research and Development, as well as Radionuclide Therapy procedures.
In this rotation, the post holder will work closely with the Clinicians and Nuclear Medicine Physics team to develop the diagnostic protocols for the growth in Theranostics. They will also work with the Trust’s Reasearch and development Department regarding Clinical Trials that may involve Diagnostic or Therapeutic Processes.
Other responsibilities may include participate in training, supervision, development and support of technologists, radiographers, students and A&C staff. The applicant should be able to demonstrate some experience in clinical governance and participation in clinical audits.
The post holder will be required to carry out some work on a shift basis, between the hours of 0800hrs and 1900hrs. Occasional weekend working may also be required.
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5,000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing programme alongside a strong commitment to developing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family ensures you feel valued from your initial interview and throughout your time with us.
We are clinically led and provide joined-up care by bridging hospital and community services, alongside delivering regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford, with community sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh, and services delivered in patients’ homes across Guildford and Waverley.
We work in partnership with Ashford & St Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust through a collaborative Group Model, supporting joined-up services, workforce flexibility and development opportunities.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated us as Outstanding. We are proud of our achievements and continue to invest in our people and infrastructure.
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- Demonstrate awareness and compliance of Ionizing Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations IR(ME)R 2017 and IRR17
Alongside clinical duties, the post holder will rotate through four different areas of responsibility:
1. Recruitment and retention, participating in interview selection. Develop education programmes within scope of role, maintain and update departmental annual training competencies and devise timetable for visiting students. Arrange and conduct appropriate staff appraisals. Help to maintain and manage sickness records. Support staff in the absence of the manager and deputy manager.
2. Be responsible for the PACS, CRIS and SSC/Cerner and order comms systems within the department. Maintain and update all patient information leaflets. Participate in Protocol review and any other committees deemed appropriate to role. Help to maintain COSHH risk assessments and management of risk. Produce statistics for various committees and KPI reports.
3. Contribute approximately 7.5 to 15 hours per week working towards maintenance of MPACE BS 70000 accreditation To underpin the delivery of safe, accurate and expert procedures within the field of Nuclear Medicine. To supervise the operation of the quality management system (QMS), from the imaging team perspective. Ensure the systems are maintained and managed to the recognised quality standards.
4. Liaise with Clinicians, NM Physics and Research team to expand, adapt and optimise imaging techniques. Provide training to the imaging team where necessary. Assist the Therapy admin co-ordinator to appointment diagnostic imaging and support the revision of patient information leaflets. To attend the Therapy and Research meetings.
