Nuclear Medicine Technologist required by leading London Hospital to be

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 07:26:03 GMT

responsible for the day to day management of Nuclear Medicine/PET-CT services ensuring that a high quality, cost effective service is delivered to patients and Consultant Users.

This hospital provides a wide range of high quality services to patients in a friendly and supportive environment. They are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, self motivated and well organised person to join a busy and expanding department. They pride themselves on running a patient-centred hospital, with our care being as responsive as possible to individual needs. Situated in the heart of London, it is accessible to public transport, shopping and eating out.

Responsibilities:
?To be responsible for the day to day management of Nuclear Medicine/PET-CT services ensuring that a high quality, cost effective service is delivered to patients and Consultant Users.

?To liaise with the Radiologists and Nuclear Physicians.

?Day to day management of all Nuclear Medicine/PET-CT staff to provide an effective, patient focused service.

?Support the training and development of radiology staff and ensure that all
staff working in the unit keep abreast of developments in Nuclear Medicine/PET-CT technology and applications.

?Checking all scans before sending to the consultants for reports. To accurately analyse the acquired data, record results and produce high
quality images for reporting.

?To develop and maintain staff rotas to ensure staff coverage on the respective scanner with other staff participating in the general departmental on call.

?Liaise with the Medical Physics department to ensure that correct procedures are followed concerning the handling of radioactive waste and accidental spills.

?To maintain accurate records of isotope deliveries and waste disposal of same on a weekly basis.

?To be responsible for producing and revising departmental protocols in relation to Nuclear Medicine and ensuring that they are followed.

?To be fully conversant with the Radiology Management System, PACS and the computerised method of patient and examination documentation.

Requirements:
?State registration with The Health Professional Council (HPC) and Society of Radiographers
?B. Sc. Hons in Diagnostic Radiography or
?Diploma of Radionuclide Imaging.
?Postgraduate studies in Radionuclide Imaging
?Voulntary register of clinical technologist (IPEM).
?Evidence of substantial experience in Nuclear Medicine/PET-CT
?Previous experience of working in complex nuclear medicine environment.
?Ideally have 2 years experience working within Nuclear Medicine.. £35,000.00 - Contact seller