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Nuclear Medicine Superintendent
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 8a
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
407-WCCSS-7287137
Employer
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Walsall Manor Healthcare NHS Trust
Town
Walsall
Salary
£55,690 - £62,682 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
06/08/2025 23:59
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Nuclear Medicine Superintendent

NHS AfC: Band 8a

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust provides integrated acute and community Healthcare in the West Midlands serving a population of 260,000 residents. Walsall Manor Hospital houses the full range of district general hospital services. The £170 million development was completed in 2010 and we are continually upgrading. Construction of the new integrated critical care unit was completed in 2018, extension of a Neonatal Unit and an approved plan to build a brand new, state of the art Emergency Department which commenced in 2021

We provide high quality, friendly and effective community health services from multiple sites covering Walsall. Our multidisciplinary services include rapid response and homebased care, so that those with long term conditions and the frail elderly can remain in their own homes.

We are recommended by colleagues as a place to work which is supported by the trusts values to work as part of a team, being respectful, compassionate and professional. We are committed to investing in our workforce

Following our recent CQC visit the Trust was rated as outstanding for care and this has been recognised by NHS Improvement. 

The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including: salary sacrifice scheme; car leasing scheme; on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability); the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme; and the opportunity to develop and implement your expertise in an encouraging yet challenging environment

We would particularly welcome applications from people from a Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic background and from people with a disability; these groups are currently under-represented at senior level, we value diversity within our Trust and are working to achieve equality in our recruitment.
 
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Job overview

An exciting new opportunity arisen to work in the Walsall Healthcare Trust's imaging service. You will be responsible for the management and delivery of Nuclear Medicine services, leading the Nuclear Medicine Team to provide excellent standards of imaging provision in terms of quality, safety and access to services, providing the Radiology Service Manager with regular feedback regarding agreed key performance indicators for this service.  Perform on agreed Nuclear medicine procedures as an advanced practitioner or working towards the qualification. They will promote Trust values ensuring adherence to all policies and procedures and will line manage an allocated team, being responsible for their personal development and engagement. The post holder must be able to operate independently when deputising for the Radiology Services Manager.

PLEASE NOTE, WE MAY CLOSE THIS VACANCY EARLY IF WE RECEIVE HIGH NUMBERS OF APPLICATIONS.


Main duties of the job

Manage the provision of high quality and timely Nuclear Medicine services to provide accurate diagnosis and treatment. Accountable for the delivery of Nuclear Medicine services reflecting current protocols, guidelines and practices. Perform and report on agreed Nuclear medicine procedures as an advanced practitioner or working towards the qualification. Assist in modelling the service to take into account local service pressures. Assist in the strategical modelling of the service taking into account demand and capacity and existing workforce funding. Proactively monitor waiting times within the Nuclear Medicine modality. Plan, organise and manage daily workload and staff in order to provide a comprehensive service.  Focal point for any clinical and safety issues within the modality. Focal point for any technical and service issues.   To participate with the recruitment and selection of staff. Ensure that staff receive annual appraisal reviews and act as an appraiser and develop staff within their roles. Instrumental in the selection of new equipment. Manage budgets effectively and act as signatory. To lead in innovations of Nuclear Medicine services, playing a key role in the development of business cases. 

 

 

Working for our organisation

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is an integrated Trust and the only provider of NHS acute care in Walsall, serving a population of 284,300. It provides inpatient and outpatient services at the Manor Hospital as well as a wide range of services in the community. Walsall Manor houses the full range of district general hospital services under one roof. The £170 million development was completed in 2010, and ongoing upgrades ensure the Trust now has state-of-the-art facilities, including a Critical Care Unit, Neonatal Unit, Obstetric Theatre, and Integrated Assessment Unit. A new Urgent and Emergency Care Centre, opened in March 2023, has significantly improved emergency care facilities and capacity, providing almost 5,000 square metres of additional clinical space.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To perform Nuclear Medicine examinations.

To use analytical and judgemental skills to interpret radiographs, accurately differentiating between normal and abnormal findings, taking appropriate action as required

 To be competent in the operation of the Radiology Information System / PACS System

To maintain patient dignity and confidentiality whilst undertaking examinations  Demonstrate good communication skills.

To ensure that adequate radiation protection is given to self, patient and others in line with IR(ME)R 2017 IRR 2017 (including local rules)

  To implement radiographic protocols to meet the needs of the service.

 To use manual handling aids competently as required by the Trust for safety of both patients and staff.

To participate in advanced practice within an agreed weekly rota.

To supervise the activities of students and trainees within the department to ensure that they observe health and safety rules and fire regulations.

 To review radiographic examination referrals for appropriateness and priority

Develop and promote good working relationships between multidisciplinary teams

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Must hold the Diploma of the Society of Radiolgraphers DCR(R) or BSc Radiography or equivalent.
  • Relevant Post Graduate Qualification and specialist experience in Nuclear Medicine.
  • Nuclear Medicine Reporting Qualification with extensive post graduate experience at a senior grade.
  • Evidence of continued professional development

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Extensive post graduate specialist experience in Nuclear Medicine
  • Evidence of Post Graduate development
  • Experience of working in the NHS
  • Ability to lead a team or supervisory experience

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Demonstration of managerial skills
  • Evidence of Post Graduate development
  • Plan, organise and manage workload and a multidisciplinary team within their modality.
  • Ability and judgement to act independently to resolve complex problems
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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Name
Sam Abbott
Job title
Radiology Service Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
Ext. 6345
Additional information

Please feel free to make contact if you would like to understand more about the role.

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
Manor Hospital
Moat Road
Walsall
West Midlands
WS2 9PS
Telephone
07890305746

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