Senior PET/CT Diagnostic Radiographer

at  GenesisCare

At GenesisCare we want to hear from people who are as passionate as we are about innovation and working together to drive better life outcomes for patients around the world.
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey as a Senior PET/CT Diagnostic Radiographer or Technologist at our state-of-the-art cancer care centre located in Windsor? Join our dedicated team at GenesisCare UK and be part of something extraordinary.
The Role:
As a Senior PET/CT Diagnostic Radiographer with us, you’ll play a pivotal role in being responsible for undertaking routine and complex diagnostic PET/CT and Diagnostic CT investigations with a high standard of technical skill and patient care, while working in accordance with departmental protocols and procedures.
In this role you will also be a key member of the Theranostic team, where you will perform tasks necessary in the work-up of Theranostic patients, as well as clinically involved in the administration Theranostics treatments. This PET/CT department is active in seeking new services and treatments available within the growing global Nuclear Medicine environment.
This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact and develop your career!
What You’ll Do:

Your key responsibilities:

• Perform venepuncture and cannulation for administration of radioactive substances whilst working under local and legislative practices.
• Ensure the results of all imaging procedures are of the required standard as per the departmental quality system.
• Ensure the performance of complex imaging equipment within PET/CT is of sufficiently high quality for purpose by carrying out daily QA.
• To support the department’s Quality Assurance programme.
• Provide routine advice to patients undergoing administration of radioactive materials as well as to staff or relatives providing care to such patients, to ensure the risks of exposure to ionising radiation are understood by the concerned parties.
• To organise routine/urgent work to optimise and maintain the throughput of patients in the department.
• To ensure all activities are carried out with the Clinic and the Department’s quality framework and in adherence to statutory regulations, Health and Safety at Work Act, Local Rules, Standard Operating Procedures, and approved codes of practice in particular IR(ME)R and the use of radioactive substances.
• To comply with the Department’s Local Rules and Radiation Protection Policies.
• To promote safe working practices and the system of risk identification is maintained.
• To ensure the equipment and accessories are correctly stored, used and maintained and to report any faults to the Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• Support an environment for all staff to work effectively, using the GenesisCare Values as the benchmark for this.
• Support the Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist in the implementation of new services.
• Maintain safe and effective working practices, including the operation of equipment and systems in use in the centre.
• Ensure all patients experience the highest levels of service, in line with the agreed expectations for treatment within GenesisCare centres.
• Act in agreement with the relevant GenesisCare clinical audit, radiation protection, quality assurance and health and safety requirements.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with all key stakeholders including patients and their carers, clinicians and their colleagues, partnership organisations and suppliers.
• Pro-actively maintain own Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in accordance with GenesisCare and the HCPC/RCT professional standards.
• Adhere to company standards in respect of appearance, behaviour and demeanour at all times.
• Work in accordance with the CQC (Care Quality Commission) and EA (Environmental Agency) frameworks.
• Ensure flexibility in out of hours working if required.

What You’ll Have:

Experience and skills:

• Able to demonstrate at least 3 years post qualification experience with progressive development in that time
• Experience in all aspects of PET/CT and Diagnostic CT scanning to a very high level of competence
• Knowledge and experience with Theranostic treatments such as 177Lu-PSMA and 223-Radium is desirable
• Broad knowledge of radiopharmaceutical characteristics, as well as production requirements
• Knowledge of UK legislation necessary for working with a Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT department
• Evidence of empathetic and a holistic approach to patient care
• A wide range of clinical skills
• Evidence of collaborative working
• Evidence of effective organisational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong relationship building skills
• Able to work flexibly to achieve GenesisCare business objectives

Qualifications and Knowledge:

• DCR (R) or BSc (Hons) in Radiography (or equivalent), or BSc (Hons) in Nuclear Medicine with Diagnostic CT accreditation
• HCPC registration
• Evidence of intravenous cannulation training
• Evidence of recent endeavours for continuing professional development
• A strong level of understanding of the legislation relating to Ionising Radiation/Radiation Protection, Environment Agency, and Health & Safety
• Knowledge of current trends and developments in Nuclear Medicine.
• Good understanding and knowledge of medical terminology and drug/medication names/disease pathways encountered in Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT and Theranostics

Other requirements for this role:

• Energetic, self-motivated and an initiator of ideas
• Confident, articulate
• Diplomatic and tactful
• Flexible
• Prepared to travel if required to supplement staff requirements and personal training
• Good interpersonal, organisational and communication skills
• Able to act as an ambassador for GenesisCare

Why Choose GenesisCare:

Discover what’s in store for you when you join the GenesisCare UK team:

• Shape your work-life balance with 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the option to buy more or sell back annual leave.
• Prioritise your well-being with complimentary private medical and dental coverage, access to Employee Assistance Program, and Income Protection.
• Access our world-class radiotherapy - free to you and your immediate family, if required.
• Secure your future with a competitive Company Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Nurture your mental health and well-being through our well-being community, with access to Babylon Health and Headspace Wellbeing.
• Enjoy hassle-free commutes with free parking at most of our centres.
• Treat yourself with exclusive retail discounts.

Who We Are:
GenesisCare UK is the leading provider of private oncology services in the UK, pioneering a transformation in cancer care. Through innovative, personalised treatments, we are enhancing patient quality of life, life expectancy, and overall survival rates.
We are a team of over 600 highly trained physicians, healthcare professionals and support staff operating 14 specialist outpatient cancer centres across the UK. Our aim is to provide world-class care, offering the latest proven treatments including advanced diagnostics, medical oncology, radiotherapy, and Theranostics.
We take an integrated approach to cancer care, focusing on treating the whole patient, not just the cancer. Our personalised treatment programmes include wellbeing services in partnership with Penny Brohn UK and exercise medicine, proven to enhance patient outcomes.
Collaborating with universities and leading clinicians globally, we’re dedicated to researching and developing improved cancer treatments. Our UK clinical trials programme aims to broaden access to new therapies.
We’re passionate about innovation and working together to make great things happen. We make significant investments in our employees to provide opportunities for growth, learning, and development within their roles.
Join GenesisCare UK and shape your future, while shaping the future of cancer care
GenesisCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Your key responsibilities:

• Perform venepuncture and cannulation for administration of radioactive substances whilst working under local and legislative practices.
• Ensure the results of all imaging procedures are of the required standard as per the departmental quality system.
• Ensure the performance of complex imaging equipment within PET/CT is of sufficiently high quality for purpose by carrying out daily QA.
• To support the department’s Quality Assurance programme.
• Provide routine advice to patients undergoing administration of radioactive materials as well as to staff or relatives providing care to such patients, to ensure the risks of exposure to ionising radiation are understood by the concerned parties.
• To organise routine/urgent work to optimise and maintain the throughput of patients in the department.
• To ensure all activities are carried out with the Clinic and the Department’s quality framework and in adherence to statutory regulations, Health and Safety at Work Act, Local Rules, Standard Operating Procedures, and approved codes of practice in particular IR(ME)R and the use of radioactive substances.
• To comply with the Department’s Local Rules and Radiation Protection Policies.
• To promote safe working practices and the system of risk identification is maintained.
• To ensure the equipment and accessories are correctly stored, used and maintained and to report any faults to the Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• Support an environment for all staff to work effectively, using the GenesisCare Values as the benchmark for this.
• Support the Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist in the implementation of new services.
• Maintain safe and effective working practices, including the operation of equipment and systems in use in the centre.
• Ensure all patients experience the highest levels of service, in line with the agreed expectations for treatment within GenesisCare centres.
• Act in agreement with the relevant GenesisCare clinical audit, radiation protection, quality assurance and health and safety requirements.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with all key stakeholders including patients and their carers, clinicians and their colleagues, partnership organisations and suppliers.
• Pro-actively maintain own Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in accordance with GenesisCare and the HCPC/RCT professional standards.
• Adhere to company standards in respect of appearance, behaviour and demeanour at all times.
• Work in accordance with the CQC (Care Quality Commission) and EA (Environmental Agency) frameworks.
• Ensure flexibility in out of hours working if required

Other requirements for this role:

• Energetic, self-motivated and an initiator of ideas
• Confident, articulate
• Diplomatic and tactful
• Flexible
• Prepared to travel if required to supplement staff requirements and personal training
• Good interpersonal, organisational and communication skills
• Able to act as an ambassador for GenesisCar