Detailed job description and main responsibilities
1. Performs patient investigations and treatments
1. Receives written requests for patient studies
2. Authorises diagnostic tests under written procedures and in accordance with IRMER.
3. Refers requests not covered by the procedures to the ARSAC licence holder.
4. Contacts and collaborates with the referring doctors or research nurses to obtain correctly written request cards for the study.
5. Schedules tests in accordance with an appropriate timetable, ensuring that all preparations necessary for their conduct are made and all necessary supplies are ordered.
2. Administration to patients for diagnosis and therapy.
1. Administers radioactive materials to patients, either orally or by intravenous injection. This may be for diagnosis or therapy. It may also be given as part of a research or clinical trial protocol.
2. Calculating the volume of material to be used for an individual patient dose, using information on the vial label, and taking radioactive decay into account.
3. Withdrawing the required volume of material into the receptacle to be used for administration (e.g. syringe or cup).
4. Confirming the correct amount of radioactivity in the patient dose, using a radionuclide calibrator. Adjusting the amount if necessary.
5. Administering the preparation to the patient according to the agreed protocol (sometimes involving specialist administration equipment).
6. Ensuring that all the required documentation is accurately kept.
7. Ensuring the patient is aware of any radiation protection measures that they are required to follow, issuing written instructions as necessary.
3. Imaging procedures
1. Carries out imaging studies on patients in accordance with laid-down protocols, and those developed specifically for patients in clinical trials.
2. Setting up and overseeing daily and weekly QC testing of a range of sophisticated scintillation recording and imaging equipment.
3. Manoeuvring the patient into the scanning positions, carrying out the imaging procedure, reviewing the results and deciding if further imaging is necessary.
4. Preparing, analysing, and presenting the results for reporting. Prepare technical reports for a limited range of procedures.
4. In vitro procedures
1. Carries out assays of radioactive materials in samples from patients.
2. Intravenous administration of the patient dose, and the withdrawal of subsequent blood samples from the patient.
3. Preparation of reference solutions, and blood samples, performing their assay using specialist auto analysis equipment and computer programs.
4. Preparation and processing of results.
5. Keeping of all records associated with these tests in accordance with departmental procedures.
5. Department Administration
1. Participate in the departmental rota in both nuclear medicine and PET/CT as Duty Radiographer/Technologist for the day.
2. Act as point of contact for users of the Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT service dealing with colleagues, patients, carers, and relatives in a helpful, reassuring, and friendly manner.
3. To deal with any patient enquiries / complaints in the first instance and communicate with the Specialist / Deputy / Lead Clinical Technologist where required to aid in the resolution of any issues.
4. Support the Specialist / Deputy / Lead Clinical Technologist with monitoring and managing staff time and performance ensuring adequate staffing in all areas during working hours.
6. Teaching and Supervision
1. Supervises junior members of the department and assists in the training of new staff, students and staff of other departments when seconded to the Nuclear Medicine department.
2. Undertake formalised assessments of staff training in the specialised area and formally assessing the trainee's performance and development.
3. Actively involved in departmental quality groups and pro-active in the sharing of good practice.
7. Governance and Audit
1. Undertake formal presentations of clinical and technical cases (complex and sensitive in context), within the specialist field, to staff within the multidisciplinary team.
2. Lead the education and training of other healthcare professionals and students in relation to NM investigations.
8. Financial
1. There is no budgetary knowledge required other than to be aware that any increase in use will increase the cost of consumables within the department.
2. Responsible for the effective and efficient use of resources, being aware of resource requirements and limitations.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Scientific Degree (e.g., BSc) or equivalent in a relevant subject
* Postgraduate diploma or equivalent in a relevant subject
* Appropriate state registration e.g., HCPC, RCT or in the process of obtaining
Desirable criteria
* Further education
Experience
Essential criteria
* Several years' experience of clinical Nuclear Medicine. For appointment at Band 7, the equivalent of 5 years' experience WTE of clinical Nuclear Medicine, including 1 year experience of specialist areas e.g. complex PETCT, Therapy
Desirable criteria
* Participation in CPD
Skills
Essential criteria
* Sympathetic approach to patients
* Excellent communication skills.
* Ability to work both within a team, and independently.
* Ability to keep accurate and legible written records.
* Ability to work safely, quickly, and meticulously with good manipulative skills.
Desirable criteria
* Venepuncture skills
* Evidence of problem solving
Knowledge
Essential criteria
* In-depth understanding of the basics of radiation protection including regulatory issues and aseptic technique.
* Advanced understanding of the principles of Nuclear Medicine.
* Manual handling/lifting techniques
Desirable criteria
* Advanced understanding of the principles of radionuclide therapy
Values
Essential criteria
* Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours
Other
Essential criteria
* Self-motivated
* Able to work without direct supervision.
* Able to work effectively under pressure.
* Flexible approach to working hours.
Desirable criteria
* Sufficient knowledge, experience, and maturity to be included in the list of names of members of staff who can be called out in an emergency, occurring out of office hours.
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