Clinical Scientist (Nuclear Medicine) 12 months FTC

Sandwell & West Birmingham NHS Trust; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in England is seeking a State-Registered Clinical Scientist for a 12-month maternity leave cover at the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital’s Nuclear Medicine Department. Candidates must have or nearly obtain HCPC registration. Responsibilities include participation in quality control, collaborating with technologists, and offering scientific input. Flexible working arrangements are available, supporting work/life balance. Contact Joseph O'Brien for more details.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Must possess HCPC registration or be close to obtaining it.
• Experience in nuclear medicine is advantageous.
• Familiarity with SPECT/CT systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Participate in quality-control programmes.
• Support scientific aspects of service delivery.
• Collaborate with Clinical Technologists for support.
• Provide input during clinical reporting.
• Contribute to the Imaging Optimisation Team.
• Conduct research and development projects.

Skills

Knowledge of quality-control programmes

Collaboration with technologists

Research and development skills

Education

HCPC State Registration as Clinical Scientist

Completion of the NSHCS Scientific Training Programme

Tools

Siemens Pro.SPECTA x3 SPECT/CT systems

Job description

Overview

Midland Metropolitan University Hospital’s Nuclear Medicine Department requires a State‑Registered Clinical Scientist for a fixed‑term (12‑month) maternity leave coverage.

We only consider applications from candidates who possess or are about to gain HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) State Registration, enabling them to legally act as a Clinical Scientist. Previous applicants need not apply.

The role may suit someone completing the NSHCS Scientific Training Programme in Nuclear Medicine in 2025 and imminently gaining HCPC registration.

The department is equipped with three Siemens Pro.SPECTA x3 SPECT/CT systems, associated processing systems and software, and runs a Krypton gas production service for generators to England and Wales.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in the department’s equipment quality‑control programme.
• Support the Principal Clinical Scientist with all scientific aspects of service delivery, including regulatory compliance with radiation protection.
• Collaborate closely with Clinical Technologists to provide scientific support when required.
• Provide scientific input during clinical reporting sessions with IRMER‑Licensed Practitioners.
• Take an active role in the Imaging Optimisation Team to maximise patient benefit from available equipment.
• Conduct research and development projects with the potential for local and national presentation.

Qualifications and Experience

• State registration with HCPC as a Clinical Scientist, or imminent acquisition of such registration.
• Completion or imminent completion of the NSHCS Scientific Training Programme in Nuclear Medicine.
• Experience in nuclear medicine practice and familiarity with SPECT/CT systems is advantageous.

Working Hours and Flexibility

The department operates Monday through Friday, 8am to 6pm. Flexible working arrangements are available to support work/life balance.

Contact Information

For further details or informal visits, contact Joseph O’Brien, Consultant Physicist & Head of Nuclear Medicine, at joseph.o'[e-mail] or telephone [phone].

If the Head of Department is unavailable, contact the Principal Clinical Scientist at 0121 507 4429 or [e-mail].