Job summary We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Nurse to participate in clinical and research activities within the Acute Multidisciplinary Imaging and Interventional Centre (AMIIC) based within the John Radcliffe hospital. The internationally unique centre includes a hybrid unit combining a state-of-the-art worlds first clinical photon-counting Siemens computed tomography (CT) scanner integrated with a Siemens ARTIS Icono Biplane interventional suite. The successful candidate will join our nursing team in AMIIC and work closely with other members of the unit including, radiographers, physiologists, HCAs, ODAs, clinicians and researchers. Main duties of the job The role requires the nurse to work in the interventional suite and recovery area for our interventional lists which include cardiology, neuroradiology, radiology and neurosurgical cases, as well as providing nursing support to any CT lists. As well as the clinical activity there will be the opportunity to take part in a growing number of research projects that use the AMIIC facilities. The successful candidate, whilst being an employee of the University of Oxford, will also be involved in the provision of a highly patient orientated, clinical service for the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We require someone who will enjoy working in a friendly, cutting edge environment as part of a multi-disciplinary team of clinicians, radiographers, nurses and physiologists spanning 'both' University of Oxford and NHS departments. A flexible approach to weekend and evening work will be required. About us The Acute Multidisciplinary Imaging and Interventional Centre (AMIIC) is an internationally unique research centre for clinical cardiac and brain research in the emergency setting. The Centre opened formally in 2011. AMIIC comprises a state-of-the-art photon-counting CT scanner conjoined to an invasive angiography laboratory/theatre and accommodates the work of an interactive consortium of clinical investigators from University Departments and the NHS in both heart and brain specialties. AMIIC focuses primarily on clinical research studies in patients with acute vascular syndromes, and also develops and implements advanced imaging methods, especially CT. The Radcliffe Department of Medicine takes lead responsibility for the Centre, including its administration, with close links to the Department of Clinical Neurosciences and Division of Cardiovascular Medicine. AMIIC is a dedicated clinical research centre. Date posted 21 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £34,982 to £40,855 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 1 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number N0039-25-0002 Job locations Acute Multidisciplinary Imaging and Interventional Centre (AMIIC) Level 2 John Radcliffe Hospital Headington Oxford OX3 9DU Job description Job responsibilities Acute Multidisciplinary Imaging and Interventional Centre (AMIIC) The Acute Multidisciplinary Imaging and Interventional Centre (AMIIC) is an internationally unique research centre for clinical cardiac and brain research in the emergency setting. The Centre opened formally in 2011. AMIIC comprises a state-of-the-art photon-counting CT scanner conjoined to an invasive angiography laboratory/theatre and accommodates the work of an interactive consortium of clinical investigators from University Departments and the NHS in both heart and brain specialties. AMIIC focuses primarily on clinical research studies in patients with acute vascular syndromes, and also develops and implements advanced imaging methods, especially CT. The Radcliffe Department of Medicine takes lead responsibility for the Centre, including its administration, with close links to the Department of Clinical Neurosciences and Division of Cardiovascular Medicine. AMIIC is a dedicated clinical research centre. The role We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Nurse to participate in clinical and research activities within the Acute Multidisciplinary Imaging and Interventional Centre (AMIIC) based within the John Radcliffe hospital. The internationally unique centre includes a hybrid unit combining a state-of-the-art worlds first clinical photon-counting Siemens computed tomography (CT) scanner integrated with a Siemens ARTIS Icono Biplane interventional suite. The successful candidate will join our nursing team in AMIIC and work closely with other members of the unit including, radiographers, physiologists, HCAs, ODAs, clinicians and researchers. The role requires the nurse to work in the interventional suite and recovery area for our interventional lists which include cardiology, neuroradiology, radiology and neurosurgical cases, as well as providing nursing support to any CT lists. As well as the clinical activity there will be the opportunity to take part in a growing number of research projects that use the AMIIC facilities. The successful candidate, whilst being an employee of the University of Oxford, will also be involved in the provision of a highly patient orientated, clinical service for the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We require someone who will enjoy working in a friendly, cutting edge environment as part of a multi-disciplinary team of clinicians, radiographers, nurses and physiologists spanning 'both' University of Oxford and NHS departments. A flexible approach to weekend and evening work will be required. The team The AMIIC team consists of a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, post-doc scientists, DPhil students, technicians, radiographers and physiologists, all critically important for the functionality of the team, due to their complementary skills. The team is led by Professor Charalambos Antoniades, and it is supported by the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) through the Oxford Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), the British Heart Foundation and other funding bodies. Responsibilities Act in accordance with the NMC Code. This will include the carrying out of the highest standard of individualised patient care and ensuring that all documentation is accurate and comprehensive. Participate in the clinical research activities of the centre, performed in the catheterization laboratory or in other research areas of the centre. Ensure that the clinical areas are set up for use and the relevant safety checks are completed on a daily basis. Participate in interventional procedures (after a period of training), including taking on the role of scrub nurse, and recovery/day case nurse. To monitor stock levels of pharmacy items and consumables and maintain agreed levels. To ensure that the custody and registration of controlled drugs is carried out in accordance with OUH Trust policy. This also includes reporting any discrepancies in the handling of controlled drugs immediately and instigating any necessary investigation. To be actively involved in promoting good communication styles and systems across the multi-disciplinary team. To ensure their own compliance to OUH Trust clinical policies and procedures as well as policies and procedures from the University of Oxford. To undertake appropriate activities to update clinical knowledge and skills in conjunction with an annual appraisal, and the Knowledge and Skills Framework. Undertake mandatory training as required by Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, the University, Division and Department. The specific list of training courses may change from time-to-time, in response to both legal and internal University requirements. Participate in and support public engagement activities on behalf of Investigative Medicine, as part of a co-ordinated programme. This is anticipated to be around 2 days per year. Selection criteria Essential selection criteria Adult nursing qualification and full registration with the NMC. Good working knowledge of managing the post-operative and/or deteriorating patient. Experience in surgical nursing at NHS band 5 position Ability to form good working relationships within the multi-disciplinary team. Excellent communication skills (written and oral). Ability to solve problems, and plan and manage workload. Evidence of continuing professional development. Good organisational skills. Willingness to undertake all aspects of the role, including research and clinical activity within intervention and CT. Desirable selection criteria Evidence of relevant post-qualification training/course e.g recovery/HDU nursing Airway and sedation trained. Experience of working in an interventional or cath lab, or similar environment. Job description Job responsibilities Acute Multidisciplinary Imaging and Interventional Centre (AMIIC) The Acute Multidisciplinary Imaging and Interventional Centre (AMIIC) is an internationally unique research centre for clinical cardiac and brain research in the emergency setting. The Centre opened formally in 2011. AMIIC comprises a state-of-the-art photon-counting CT scanner conjoined to an invasive angiography laboratory/theatre and accommodates the work of an interactive consortium of clinical investigators from University Departments and the NHS in both heart and brain specialties. AMIIC focuses primarily on clinical research studies in patients with acute vascular syndromes, and also develops and implements advanced imaging methods, especially CT. The Radcliffe Department of Medicine takes lead responsibility for the Centre, including its administration, with close links to the Department of Clinical Neurosciences and Division of Cardiovascular Medicine. AMIIC is a dedicated clinical research centre. The role We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Nurse to participate in clinical and research activities within the Acute Multidisciplinary Imaging and Interventional Centre (AMIIC) based within the John Radcliffe hospital. The internationally unique centre includes a hybrid unit combining a state-of-the-art worlds first clinical photon-counting Siemens computed tomography (CT) scanner integrated with a Siemens ARTIS Icono Biplane interventional suite. The successful candidate will join our nursing team in AMIIC and work closely with other members of the unit including, radiographers, physiologists, HCAs, ODAs, clinicians and researchers. The role requires the nurse to work in the interventional suite and recovery area for our interventional lists which include cardiology, neuroradiology, radiology and neurosurgical cases, as well as providing nursing support to any CT lists. As well as the clinical activity there will be the opportunity to take part in a growing number of research projects that use the AMIIC facilities. The successful candidate, whilst being an employee of the University of Oxford, will also be involved in the provision of a highly patient orientated, clinical service for the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We require someone who will enjoy working in a friendly, cutting edge environment as part of a multi-disciplinary team of clinicians, radiographers, nurses and physiologists spanning 'both' University of Oxford and NHS departments. A flexible approach to weekend and evening work will be required. The team The AMIIC team consists of a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, post-doc scientists, DPhil students, technicians, radiographers and physiologists, all critically important for the functionality of the team, due to their complementary skills. The team is led by Professor Charalambos Antoniades, and it is supported by the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) through the Oxford Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), the British Heart Foundation and other funding bodies. Responsibilities Act in accordance with the NMC Code. This will include the carrying out of the highest standard of individualised patient care and ensuring that all documentation is accurate and comprehensive. Participate in the clinical research activities of the centre, performed in the catheterization laboratory or in other research areas of the centre. Ensure that the clinical areas are set up for use and the relevant safety checks are completed on a daily basis. Participate in interventional procedures (after a period of training), including taking on the role of scrub nurse, and recovery/day case nurse. To monitor stock levels of pharmacy items and consumables and maintain agreed levels. To ensure that the custody and registration of controlled drugs is carried out in accordance with OUH Trust policy. This also includes reporting any discrepancies in the handling of controlled drugs immediately and instigating any necessary investigation. To be actively involved in promoting good communication styles and systems across the multi-disciplinary team. To ensure their own compliance to OUH Trust clinical policies and procedures as well as policies and procedures from the University of Oxford. To undertake appropriate activities to update clinical knowledge and skills in conjunction with an annual appraisal, and the Knowledge and Skills Framework. Undertake mandatory training as required by Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, the University, Division and Department. The specific list of training courses may change from time-to-time, in response to both legal and internal University requirements. Participate in and support public engagement activities on behalf of Investigative Medicine, as part of a co-ordinated programme. This is anticipated to be around 2 days per year. Selection criteria Essential selection criteria Adult nursing qualification and full registration with the NMC. Good working knowledge of managing the post-operative and/or deteriorating patient. Experience in surgical nursing at NHS band 5 position Ability to form good working relationships within the multi-disciplinary team. Excellent communication skills (written and oral). Ability to solve problems, and plan and manage workload. Evidence of continuing professional development. Good organisational skills. Willingness to undertake all aspects of the role, including research and clinical activity within intervention and CT. Desirable selection criteria Evidence of relevant post-qualification training/course e.g recovery/HDU nursing Airway and sedation trained. Experience of working in an interventional or cath lab, or similar environment. Person Specification Knowledge and skills Essential Good working knowledge of managing the post-operative and/or deteriorating patient Ability to form good working relationships within the multi-disciplinary team Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Ability to solve problems, and plan and manage workload Evidence of continuing professional development Good organisational skills Willingness to undertake all aspects of the role, including research and clinical activity within intervention and CT Experience Essential Experience in surgical nursing at NHS band 5 position Desirable Experience of working in an interventional or cath lab, or similar environment. Qualifications Essential Adult nursing qualification and full registration with the NMC. Desirable Evidence of relevant post-qualification training/course e.g recovery/HDU nursing Airway and sedation trained. ILS certificate. Person Specification Knowledge and skills Essential Good working knowledge of managing the post-operative and/or deteriorating patient Ability to form good working relationships within the multi-disciplinary team Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Ability to solve problems, and plan and manage workload Evidence of continuing professional development Good organisational skills Willingness to undertake all aspects of the role, including research and clinical activity within intervention and CT Experience Essential Experience in surgical nursing at NHS band 5 position Desirable Experience of working in an interventional or cath lab, or similar environment. Qualifications Essential Adult nursing qualification and full registration with the NMC. Desirable Evidence of relevant post-qualification training/course e.g recovery/HDU nursing Airway and sedation trained. ILS certificate. 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University of Oxford - Division of Cardiovascular Medicine Address Acute Multidisciplinary Imaging and Interventional Centre (AMIIC) Level 2 John Radcliffe Hospital Headington Oxford OX3 9DU Employer's website https://www.rdm.ox.ac.uk/about/our-divisions/division-of-cardiovascular-medicine (Opens in a new tab)