PET/CT & Nuclear Medicine Clinical Specialist Technologist (Grade 7)
London, The Harley Street Clinic (main location) & Leaders of Oncology Care
Full Time – 37.5 hours per week
Shift times: 4 day shifts or 5 day shifts Monday-Friday
Salary: £49,000 - £54,645 dependent on experience
Permanent
Golden Hello: We are offering a one-off Golden Hello payment of £5000 for this position (T&C's apply)
We’re looking for a Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT Clinical Specialist Technologist to join our Molecular Imaging at The Harley Street Clinic and Leaders of Oncology Care, currently rated “Outstanding” by the CQC.
At The Harley Street Clinic and Leaders in Oncology Care, we provide a range of complex care services, specialising in oncology, cardiology and neuroscience. From open heart surgery to pioneering techniques to treat cancer, our clinicians work together to provide the best possible care and treatments for our patients. Our staff always go the extra mile in caring for our patients which can be demonstrated by our recent outstanding rating awarded by the CQC.
Our Molecular Imaging Department incorporates all aspects of oncological and non-oncological radioisotope imaging as well as radioisotope therapy. The department at The Harley Street Clinic has 1 PET/CT scanner and 1 SPECT/CT gamma-camera and offers diagnostic molecular imaging tests to both adult and paediatric patients. The LOC department has 1 PET/CT scanner and offers CT and PET/CT scans to adult patients only.
We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced Nuclear Medicine & PET/CT Technologist to join our friendly and fast paced department. A degree of flexibility and adaptability to support the service needs will be expected. You will play a very active role on the training of junior staff and help us drive our quality improvement programme. You will have a positive and a strong team player attitude. You will have solid past experience in diagnostics Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT. Previous experience in therapeutic Nuclear Medicine is desirable, but not essential. Previous senior-level experience is expected as well as the ability to work independently.
Principal duties
To skilfully perform a wide range of Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT scans to both adults and paediatric patients
To assist the practitioner with the delivery of Nuclear Medicine therapy procedures
To skilfully perform radiopharmacy related tasks such preparation of doses to patients
To be knowledge in use of PACS, EHR and other key IT systems
To maintain a high standard of patient centred care through good clinical practice
To comply to all relevant radiation legislation, local health and safety, infection control and governance policies
To participate in departmental audit, image optimisation and training of new clinical staff
To be accountable for own professional actions and working within codes of practice and professional guidelines
To be able to adapt, create or implement protocol changes in line with service needs
To deputise for the Superintendent whenever required
To be flexible on working hours to meet the needs of the service and able to travel between sites
Skills & Experience
BSc Nuclear Medicine, Medical Imaging or similar
RTC registration
SOR recognised IV cannulation certificate (or equivalent)
Previous senior-level experience with comprehensive post qualification work experience Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Technologist/Radiographer at The Harley Street Clinic, you’ll be eligible for:
25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
Group Life Assurance from day one
Critical illness cover
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Diversity and Inclusion
Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.
At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.
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