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Apprentice Nuclear Medicine Practitioner | University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
| Posting date: | 08 July 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £25,147 - £27,596 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 August 2024 |
| Location: | Coventry, CV2 2DX |
| Company: | UHCW NHS Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6457991/218-APR-B4-6457991 |
Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, reliable and highly motivated individual to join our dedicated team at University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire, as an Apprentice Nuclear Medicine Practitioner.
You will be part of a large clinical team that provides a specialised, comprehensive and patient-centred Nuclear Medicine service including; imaging, non-imaging, molecular radiotherapy and PET-CT.
It is essential the successful candidate enjoys working with people and has a genuine interest in patient care. You must have excellent communication and organisational skills, work well as part of a team, but also have the ability to use your initiative and work individually.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to discuss the post with Elizabeth Comber, Training Lead on 02476 968212
***On completion of your 3 year training you will eligible to apply for a the band 5 Nuclear Medicine Practitioner post. If unsuccessful for the apprenticeship you would remain in a band 4 position. ***
To learn and develop skills to become competent in a comprehensive range of Nuclear Medicine Procedures.
To undertake full Healthcare Science Practitioner Training Programme (PTP) BSc (Honours) degree through University of West of England or similar educational institution offering an equivalent course on a block release/distance learning basis.
To achieve independent practice in Nuclear Medicine and obtain registration with RCT (register of Clinical Technologists)/Academy of Healthcare Science
It is expected that at least 80% of the Apprentice’s time will be spent in the workplace.
The apprentice will have 7.5 hours per week study time.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence®designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
1. Undertake all duties as laid down in the ‘training-plan’ to meet all competencies in the Healthcare Science Practitioner Training Programme.
2. Fulfil the requirements of UWE BSc Clinical Science (Nuclear Medicine) Practitioner Training Programme. Attend UWE on a block release basis when required and complete the distance learning in a satisfactory and timely fashion as specified by the educational establishment.
3. To learn and practice, under supervision, all aspects of Nuclear Medicine to meet PTP competencies and comply with departmental and Trust policies and procedures.
4. Organise and plan training time with allocated training supervisor.
5. Perform all Nuclear Medicine duties under supervision until ‘signed-off’ as competent for any individual task.
6. Perform Clinical Nuclear Medicine Studies as delegated by Technical Manager according to agreed protocol.
7. Participate in multi-disciplinary team working.
8. Adhere to the ‘Local Rules’ and wear radiation monitoring devices as instructed. Familiarise, understand and apply the principles of radiation safety at all times.
9. Ensure effective communication with patients, carers and all healthcare professionals about all aspects of patient care.
10. Maintain accurate documentation pertaining to the investigation/procedure undertaken.
11. To make effective and efficient use of resources, maintaining and treating equipment and resources with care.
12. Keep the work area clean and tidy, following specific Trust and Departmental procedures, for the handling and disposal of hazardous waste including ‘radioactive waste’.
13. Perform any other duty that may be specified by the Training supervisor or the Technical manager.
For further details please see the attached job description.
This advert closes on Monday 15 Jul 2024