Nuclear Medicine Radiographer

Job information Nuclear Medicine Radiographer from the Company Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, this latest Nuclear Medicine Radiographer job vacancy is located in the city Bedford MK. This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate . Job Vacancies in this Animal field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

Job Description : We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist/ Radiographer to join our multidisciplinary team at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (Bedford site). The Bedford site has an installed equipment base including a SPECT-CT system and a DXA bone densitometry system. A wide range of examinations are undertaken including Lung Ventilation & Perfusion Imaging, Lacrimal Drainage, and Bile Salt Absorption studies. The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, performing a wide range of clinical Nuclear Medicine and radiographic procedures whilst providing a high level of patient care. The role will require participation in rotation through other modalities as and when required by the service. The Trust has implemented a shift system and 7-day working. Willingness to work within a flexible work pattern will be required. Get ready to work with colleagues from all over the world, working mindfully and collaboratively to create a well-organised, professional, and supportive atmosphere that achieves the best outcomes for all. To perform a wide range of Nuclear Medicine and radiographic procedures across a variety of complex clinical presentations and pathologies to a required standard. To ensure that all examinations are justified as per the IR(ME)R 2017 Regulations and fulfil the role of operator. To minimise radiation dose levels as low as reasonably practical. To accurately dispense and calibrate radiopharmaceuticals. To perform intravenous cannulation and the administration of radiopharmaceuticals with high precision, accuracy and aseptic technique, to avoid extravasations and high local radiation dose. To administer radioactive tracers orally and topically. To be able to manage safely radioactive contamination of patient or environment. To fulfil the responsibility to minimise radiation doses to patients, carers and staff. To perform regular QA checks on equipment, documenting results and recognising trends and proposing action needed to effect change. To attend and participate in staff meetings, and departmental activities such as Health & Safety, audits, and clinical governance. To monitor the implementation and observance of radiation protection local rules and systems of work and report any problems to a Radiation Protection Supervisor. To expand and update professional skills and knowledge for Continuous Professional Development. To attend all mandatory training, as required by the Trust. Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available. Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job. The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description and Person Specification attachment with the job advert.