Nuclear Medicine Nurse Specialist | University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

UHCW NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health trust in the UK is seeking a qualified professional for their Nuclear Medicine department. Responsibilities include administering pharmaceuticals, monitoring patients, and educating them about their procedures. The ideal candidate should have experience in Nuclear Medicine and a commitment to patient care. This role offers opportunities for professional development in a leading healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Accountable for own professional actions in accordance with the Code of Professional Conduct.
• Effectively communicate clinical decisions to patients and staff.
• Administer radioactive and non-radioactive pharmaceuticals for imaging.

Responsibilities

• Inject and check patients for diagnostic scans.
• Participate in nuclear cardiology deciding procedures.
• Educate patients on procedures to make informed choices.

Skills

Effective communication

Complex patient monitoring

Patient education

Education

Experience in Nuclear Medicine

Relevant professional qualifications

Job description

Overview

In Nuclear Medicine we administer radioactive pharmaceuticals to patients for diagnosis and therapy. For diagnostic scans, gamma rays are emitted from the patient in the organ of interest, and are detected by large radiation detectors to form an image. For therapy, we administer pharmaceuticals that localise in the area of disease and emit beta or alpha particles, delivering a very localised radiation dose to the disease while sparing healthy tissue.

Responsibilities

• Injecting
• Checking
• Potassium iodate administration
• PET propranolol administration/observation
• Stock ordering
• Morning duties i.e. call bell checks/oxygen checks/tap flushing
• Help with stress room appointment booking
• In patient assessments (are they fit for scanning etc.)
• PET patient prep

Requirements and Processes

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Application

Please be advised there is an interview date of 3rd October 2025.

About Coventry Nuclear Medicine

Coventry nuclear medicine is in the process of having 2 of their 3 gamma cameras replaced with state of the art (including a UK first) gamma cameras with CT, and their PET scanner replaced with a digital system – the first in the Midlands, and will be a reference site for the manufacturer, showcasing their work and technology. We have an onsite Radiopharmacy, where we are one of 8 centres in the UK to have a gallium generator, for Gallium-68 PET scans.

We’re involved in a number of research trials, including molecular radiotherapy trials with the latest therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals. We’re also participating in a local research trial, being the first (and only) centre in the UK to have a mobile PET CT scanner for theatre use. We administer patients (Head and Neck and prostate surgeries) with a radiotracer that localises in the patients tumour. This is removed and scanned immediately in theatres, and indicates to the surgeon if the tumour margins have been successfully removed, without having to wait for histopathology results. This work could have massive implications for patients and the NHS as a whole, and we’re really excited to be part of this.

We’re also investigating the use of drones to carry radioactive material from one nuclear medicine department to another, to ensure equality of access (e.g. gallium-68) across the country. Again this is cutting edge innovation.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

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.

Responsibilities (Further details)

• Accountable for own professional actions in accordance with the Code of Professional Conduct. Contribute to corporate objectives, acting within local, Trust and statutory guidelines and policies at all times.
• Effectively communicate information regarding clinical decisions, policy and care pathways to patients/carers and the multi-professional team ensuring timely management and resolution of unexpected events and situations.
• To administer radioactive and non-radioactive pharmaceuticals required to perform Nuclear Medicine imaging and non-imaging investigations.
• To participate in all aspects of the nuclear cardiology stressing service, working in conjunction with Nuclear Medicine technologists, Clinical scientists, Consultants, cardiology Consultants and relevant Specialty Registrars.
• A skilled practitioner and clinical leader providing support to the management team and participating in service / policy development.
• To promote a patient focused, multidisciplinary approach to caring for patients and their carers attending the Nuclear Medicine department.
• To educate patients and their carers in a way they can understand so they can make informed choices about their investigations
• Implement policies and proposes changes to practices in own area and contributes to the development of specialised protocols including development and implementation of competency packages for junior / new staff.
• Demonstrate highly technical and/or practical skills to ensure optimum patient management including; complex patient monitoring, equipment management and frequent administration of invasive tests/procedures.
• Develop and educate staff, participating in teaching, supervision and mentorship as required.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

This advert closes on Tuesday 16 Sep 2025