About this role
Job summary
Nuclear Medicine Technician - Bank
Location: Maidstone
Contract : Bank
Hourly Rate - £50.00 per hour
KIMS Hospital is the largest independent hospital in Kent and we are recruiting. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Nuclear Medicine technician to join the only Private Hospital in Kent who uses a SPECT CT scanner.
As a bank Nuclear Medicine Technician, you will assist with the Nuclear Medicine service at KIMS ensuring a high standard of service is provided to patients, consultant users and visitors to the hospital
This a bank role and is therefore a zero hours contract working flexibly to cover holiday, absence and fluctuating hospital volumes.
Main duties of the job
Responsible for the day to day delivery and on-going development of a comprehensive nuclear medicine service within in accordance with the National Minimum Standards and Regulations of Independent Health Care. Advise when required the clinical indications, limitations, assessments, or risks of diagnostic applications of radioactive materials. Check and approve the quality of diagnostic images before patients are discharged. To meet in full the requirements of the Ionising Radiation Regulations (2017) and IR(ME)R 2017, the Outside Workers (1993) Regulations, the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations (1988), Data Protection Act (1984) and any subsequent legislation. Enforce radiation protection standards for patients and staff. Advise when required the clinical indications, limitations, assessments, or risks of diagnostic and therapeutic applications of radioactive materials. Check and approve the quality of diagnostic images before patients are discharged. Enforce radiation protection standards for patients and staff. Monitor clean-up and safe handling of radioactive materials to ensure that established procedures are followed. Assist with cardiovascular nuclear medicine procedures such as exercise testing and pharmacologic stress testing.
About us
Competitive Salary Flexible working hours Free staff parking Holiday pay Annual Flu Vaccination
At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer.
If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, Diane would be happy to help. Please give her a call on 01622 237364 or email [email protected].
Job description Job responsibilities
For more information regarding this role please see the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
BSc or equivalent qualification in Clinical Technology, specialising in Nuclear Medicine or BSc Radiography with postgraduate qualification in Nuclear Medicine Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and/or Registry of Clinical Technologist (RCT)
Experience Essential
Clinical experience within a NHS Trust Hospital Knowledge of clinical and corporate governance and its application SPECT CT Imaging Experience on GE NM/CT Patient orientated with a focus on continuous service improvement Energetic, achievement focused and willing to work hard under pressure Strong team building skills with a collaborative approach to achieving goals Demonstrate ability to build working partnerships with Consultants within the values of this clinician led organisation. Genuine interest in the continuous development of self and other team members.
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.
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 KIMS Hospital
Address KIMS Hospital
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Maidstone
Kent
ME14 5FT
Employer's website https://kims.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)