Nuclear Medicine Radiographer / Technologist

Nuclearinst; Torquay; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist or Radiographer to join a dedicated team at Torbay Hospital. This role involves working with advanced imaging technology, including a 16 slice GE SPECT CT Gamma Camera, in a supportive environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care. You will play a vital role in preparing radiopharmaceuticals and ensuring compliance with safety standards. With a commitment to improving local healthcare services, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a growing team that serves a diverse population, enhancing patient experiences in a beautiful coastal setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in Nuclear Medicine imaging and good organisational skills.
• Knowledge of preparing radiopharmaceuticals is ideal, training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nuclear Medicine and Radiology team in delivering patient-focused service.
• Ensure compliance with local and national regulatory requirements.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine imaging

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Preparation of radiopharmaceuticals

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist or Radiographer to join our small Nuclear Medicine team, based in Torbay Hospital.

Within the past two years, we have installed a 16 slice GE SPECT CT Gamma Camera and the service has its own bespoke radio pharmacy unit where we prepare our daily radiopharmaceuticals for imaging.

You will have an existing good working knowledge of Nuclear Medicine imaging, good organisational and interpersonal skills, and Nuclear Medicine imaging experience. Ideally, you will have skills in the preparation of radiopharmaceuticals within a clean room environment; however, training in this aspect of the job will be provided.

You will work as part of the Nuclear Medicine and wider Radiology team, supporting Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust (TSDFT) in delivering a high quality, safe, and patient-focused service.

You will represent Nuclear Medicine, the wider Radiology team, and TSDFT in a professional and appropriate manner.

You will contribute to safe working practices, ensuring full compliance with all local and national guidance and regulatory requirements.

The service supports in the region of 1800 exams per year, including technetium-99m and iodine-123 based imaging techniques, and is looking to expand the service further.

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is an Integrated Care Organisation where Hospital and Community services are managed as one. This contributes substantially to improving our patients' care locally with the intention to have less reliance on acute bed-based care and to provide services closer to patients’ homes. Working as part of the Nuclear Medicine team will help us to deliver timely examinations from all referrers.

The Trust serves a population of 260,000 with a catchment area covering Torbay and South Dartmoor. The population increases by approximately 100,000 in the summer as a result of tourism. Torbay Hospital is ideally situated in the town of Torquay, famed for its sandy beaches and water sports. For those who prefer dry land, Dartmoor is close by and the cities of Exeter and Plymouth are located approximately 18 and 35 miles away.

Why work with us

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

If you are interested in applying for this post and would like to know more, please contact the Superintendent of Nuclear Medicine, Joanna Bevan on 01803 655630.