Clinical Technologist/Radiographer - Radioisotope Service

JOB SUMMARY:

To perform and assist in a broad range of work activities associated with the use of
radioactive substances in the investigation and treatment of patients. The work will be
carried out in the Cancer Centre of the Belfast City Hospital site and/or the Imaging
Centre of the Royal Victoria Hospital. In each Nuclear Medicine Department, studies of
organ function are performed using modern and sophisticated radioisotope imaging
techniques including dual detector gamma cameras with SPECT CT capability and a
PET CT scanner.

The section operates a very flexible approach to the provision of clinical services. All
staff will be expected to develop a wide range of competencies and develop and
enhance the responsive nature of the department to clinical requests. There may be a
requirement to provide services on a rotational basis in the Nuclear Medicine
departments at both sites.

MAIN DUTIES:
The person appointed will be expected to carry out the following:

1. The performance of radionuclide imaging and organ uptake measurements
(including non-routine and complex investigations), and the quantitative analysis of
image data.
2. The performance of in-vitro studies including GFR tests and the quantitative
analysis of the data.
3. The preparation of data for clinical reporting.
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4. Ensure that all clinical data is archived according to departmental protocols and that data is stored securely.
5. The supervision and training of junior technologist staff.
6. The dispensing, assay and administration of radio pharmaceuticals including diagnostic and therapy doses.
7. Assist with the administration and booking of patient studies, the filing of patient records and to take responsibility for the daily oversight of the Nuclear Medicine Service on a rotational basis.
8. The preparation of radio pharmaceuticals and radio-labelled blood products as required.
9. The provision of technical expertise in relation to the research and development programmes of the Department, and in the evaluation of new procedures and equipment.
10. To act as an Operator under the current version of the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (NI) (IRMER), and comply with the Trust's procedures. All staff acting as an Operator must be entitled to do so and this must be recorded in their competency manual. Staff must maintain and update a personal competency file as a record of training.
11. Compliance with and ensuring the compliance of staff supervised with the departmental Local Rules and the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Order (N.I.) 1978.
12. Ensuring that the routine checks and procedures are carried out as required by the departmental Local Rules and Health and Safety policy.
13. The user-maintenance of nucleonic equipment for radionuclide imaging and organ uptake measurements, and the acquisition of data for the calibration of such equipment.
14. The maintenance of departmental records, including those required by relevant legislation, for example, IRMER and the Radioactive Substances Act 1993.
15. Participation in emergency call-outs within and outside normal working hours including activities related to the operation of the Radioactive Accident Treatment Centre at the Royal Victoria Hospital.
16. Participate in the annual staff review and business planning process of the Radioisotope Service of the Regional Medical Physics Service.
17. Attendance at training courses as required and participation in activities related to further professional development.
18. To maintain relevant training and take part in CPD activities to ensure registration on the register of Clinical Technologists or registration with HCPC as a diagnostic Radiographer as appropriate.

Experience
Qualifications
Registration

1. Diploma of the College of Radiographers or a degree in Physics, Radiography, Applied Physics, or other appropriate subject and
 3 years' relevant experience in a relevant health-care science discipline at Band 5 level (or above) which must include at least 1 years' experience in Nuclear Medicine

or

 successful completion of a formal recognised training programme in nuclear medicine technology.
Shortlisting by Application Form

OR

A Diploma/HND in relevant science discipline and 4 years' relevant experience in a relevant health-care science discipline at band 5 level (or above) which must include at least 1 years' experience in Nuclear medicine
2. Eligibility for membership of the register of clinical technologists or registration with the HCPC as a diagnostic Radiographer.

Knowledge
Skills
Abilities

1. Experience with PC applications, particularly the use of spreadsheets and word processing software applications.

2. An understanding of the nature of radioactivity, and a good working knowledge of the medical applications of radioactive substances.

3. A good working knowledge of the principles and practice of radionuclide imaging and radiation protection including the precautions necessary in handling and using radioactive materials.

4. Must possess good communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively alone without supervision and also as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA Desirable criteria will ONLY be used where it is necessary to introduce additional job related criteria to ensure files are manageable. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how you meet these. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. Factor Criteria Method of Assessment

Experience
Qualifications
Registration
1. A postgraduate qualification in Nuclear Medicine.