About this role
Job summary
THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Technologist or Radiographer to join our Nuclear Medicine and PET-CT team at Singleton Hospital, Swansea.
Applicants must be either a qualified Diagnostic or Therapeutic Radiographer with current HCPC registration or a Clinical Technologist registered with the Register of Clinical Technologists (RCT). The successful candidate will have relevant experience in Nuclear Medicine, radiography and/or PET-CT and will contribute to the safe, effective and patient-centred delivery of highly specialised imaging services.
The post-holder will work across PET-CT, SPECT-CT and, where required, DXA. The department currently operates two state-of-the-art SPECT-CT gamma cameras with diagnostic CT capability and is preparing to introduce a new static PET-CT service.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the department at a pivotal stage in its development. The successful candidate will play an important role in implementing and establishing the new static PET-CT service, primarily supporting cancer pathways, including USC referrals. The post offers excellent opportunities to develop specialist expertise, contribute to service innovation and help shape the future delivery of PET-CT and Nuclear Medicine services within Swansea Bay University Health Board.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work as a senior member of the Nuclear Medicine team, providing specialist expertise across PET-CT, SPECT-CT and, according to competence, DXA and radionuclide therapy.
The post-holder will undertake highly specialised examinations and provide safe, compassionate care throughout the patient pathway, including assessment, preparation, radiopharmaceutical administration, image acquisition, quality assessment and post-procedure care. They will operate complex imaging equipment, undertake quality assurance and apply radiation-protection principles in accordance with IR(ME)R 2017, IRR17, professional standards and local procedures.
They will support the implementation and development of the static PET-CT service; collaborate with Radiotherapy, clinicians, Medical Physics, radiopharmacy and other colleagues; and provide day-to-day leadership, specialist advice, supervision and training. They will also contribute to competency assessment, clinical governance, audit, research, quality improvement, incident review and departmental procedures.
If a suitable candidate with the necessary level of experience cannot be identified, we will consider offering the post under Annex 21.
The ability to travel between sites in a timely manner is essential.
The ability to work flexibly is essential for this post.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Others Essential
Ability to travel within geographical area Able to work hours flexibly
Aptitude and abilities Essential
Can demonstrate SBU values Able to adapt to different work settings within the department Able to recognise and respond sensitively and appropriately to individual patient's needs Physically capable of moving and positioning various types of patient and equipment Ability to work as part of a team
Desirable
Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
Experience Essential
Experience undertaking Nuclear Medicine procedures or CT imaging and general radiography Up to date CPD portfolio Knowledge of clinical governance and its application in Nuclear Medicine departments
Desirable
Experience undertaking PET-CT procedures Experience undertaking DXA procedures
Qualifications Essential
BSc in Nuclear Medicine or RCT Registration as Clinical Technologist via the Equivalence Route or Diploma of College Of Radiographers, BSc in Radiography or equivalent Professional Registration (RCT or HCPC)
Desirable
Postgraduate Certificate in Nuclear Medicine or CT or able to able to demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge, skills and experience
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 Swansea Bay University Health Board
Address Singleton Hospital
Sketty Lane
Swansea
SA2 8QA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)