Practitioner Clinical Technologist (Medical Physics)/ Nuclear Medicine Radiographer

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking an enthusiastic individual for a Nuclear Medicine imaging service role. The position involves quality control, data management, and patient care in a dynamic healthcare environment. Candidates should have a degree in Medical Technology or a related field and experience in healthcare settings. This role offers a Monday to Friday schedule, ensuring a work-life balance while contributing to vital health services.

Qualifications

• Degree in Medical Technology, Physical Science, or equivalent.
• Experience in a healthcare environment.
• Desirable: Registration on RCT or training plan for DipIPEM (T).

Responsibilities

• Routine performance and quality control of diagnostic nuclear medicine studies.
• Processing and managing acquired data under IRMER regulations.
• Patient cannulation and administration of radiopharmaceuticals.

Skills

Quality Control

Data Management

Patient Cannulation

Radiopharmaceutical Administration

Education

Degree in Medical Technology or Physical Science

HNC/ONC with relevant experience

Registration on the Register for Clinical Technologists (RCT)

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, one of the UK's largest healthcare systems, employs approximately 40,000 staff across diverse clinical and non-clinical roles. We provide acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to over 1.15 million people, expanding to a population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

Position Details

The shift pattern for this role is Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week, between 08:30 and 17:00.

Job Purpose

We seek an enthusiastic individual with a background in medical technology or physics to join our team delivering a Nuclear Medicine imaging service. Responsibilities include routine performance and quality control of diagnostic nuclear medicine studies, processing and managing acquired data, operating under IRMER regulations, patient cannulation, and radiopharmaceutical administration.

Qualifications and Experience

1. A degree in Medical Technology, Physical Science, BSc in Diagnostic or Therapeutic Radiology, or a related discipline, or equivalent qualification. HNC/ONC with relevant experience will also be considered.
2. Desirable: Registration on the Register for Clinical Technologists (RCT). If not registered, the candidate will follow a training plan to achieve DipIPEM (T), potentially including postgraduate modules within 2.5 years.
3. Experience in a healthcare environment, including planning, investigating, and executing technical projects.

Additional Information

For further details, please contact Angela Fee, Technical Service Manager, via email. Contact details for the Recruitment Service are available within the Candidate Information Packs.

Our Commitment

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde values diversity and promotes an inclusive culture. We are committed to being a Forces Friendly Employer, supporting applications from the Armed Forces community.

Application Instructions

Please submit original, authentic responses to all application questions. The use of AI or third-party assistance to draft or modify responses is strongly discouraged. By applying, you confirm that your answers reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experience. Failure to comply may result in application withdrawal.