Work-based content
Competencies
| # | Learning outcome | Competency | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| # 1 | Learning outcome 1,3 |
Competency
Advise colleagues on the use of radiopharmaceuticals |
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| # 2 | Learning outcome 1,3 |
Competency
Access sources of information on the design requirements for the production of radiopharmaceuticals |
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| # 3 | Learning outcome 3 |
Competency
Critically review environmental and personal monitoring including which tests are performed and frequency of testing |
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| # 4 | Learning outcome 1,3 |
Competency
Comply with relevant quality assurance requirements associated with radiopharmaceuticals |
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| # 5 | Learning outcome 2 |
Competency
Perform commissioning tests on radionuclide calibrators |
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| # 6 | Learning outcome 2 |
Competency
Perform periodic quality control tests on radionuclide calibrators and recommend procedures for optimisation of measurements |
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| # 7 | Learning outcome 2 |
Competency
Use radionuclide calibrators for the measurement of therapeutic activities of radionuclides |
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| # 8 | Learning outcome 3 |
Competency
Review compliance of radiopharmacy procedures against relevant radiation regulations and guidance |
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Assessments
You must complete:
- 1 case-based discussion(s)
- 1 of the following DOPS/ OCEs:
| Perform a molybdenum breakthrough test and analyse the result | DOPS |
| Perform a Chemical purity test and analyse the result | DOPS |
| Perform a linearity measurement on a Radionuclide calibrator | DOPS |
| Set up a radionuclide calibrator to measure I 123 using a copper filter. | DOPS |
| Advise colleagues in the use of a Radionuclide calibrator | OCE |
| Explain to colleagues the principle of a molybdenum generator | OCE |
| Discuss the precautions required in the preparation of radiopharmaceuticals in the radiopharmacy. | OCE |
| Elute a Tc-99m generator | DOPS |
Learning outcomes
- Obtain a detailed knowledge of the quality system used in radiopharamaceutical production, including production facilities and radiopharmaceutical quality control
- Advise on best practice in the use of a radionuclide calibrator
- Apply radiation safety practice and regulatory compliance in the context of a radiopharmacy