Practitioner Clinical Technologist - Nuclear Medicine

Nhs Greater Glasgow And Clyde; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme

Study bursaries & training

Holiday pay premium

NHS discounts

Employee support services

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde invites applications for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist position based at Gartnavel General Hospital and Glasgow Royal Infirmary. The role focuses on routine imaging, quality control, data management and radiopharmaceutical administration in a patient-centred service.

The post requires a background in medical technology or physics, with a degree in related fields and potential visa sponsorship. The department emphasizes training, governance and CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Medical Technology, Physical Science or related Radiology discipline.
• Registration on the Clinical Technologists register is desirable.
• Experience in a health care environment and in planning/technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Nuclear Medicine procedures and patient care.
• Prepare and monitor patients undergoing diagnostic/therapeutic investigations.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals in line with training and safety rules.
• Operate, maintain and QA specialised imaging equipment.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues to plan and deliver services.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure governance and radiation safety.
• Support departmental audits, service development and CPD initiatives.

Skills

Medical Technology

Physics background

Radiology knowledge

Healthcare environment experience

Education

Degree in Medical Technology

Degree in Physical Science

BSc in Diagnostic or Therapeutic Radiology

HNC/ONC with experience

RCT registration desirable

Job description

Job reference: 261509
Salary: Band 5 (£34,544 - £43,039)
Job closing date: 25/10/2026
Job Type: Healthcare Sciences
Location: Gartnavel General Hospital / Glasgow Royal Infirmary
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week:36
Job posted date: 08/10/2026
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
Department: Nuclear Medicine, Department of Clinical Physics & Bioengineering

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a background in medical technology or physics to work as part of a team delivering a Nuclear Medicine imaging service. The work, which is patient focussed, includes routine performance and quality control of diagnostic nuclear medicine studies; processing and management of acquired data; acting as an operator under IRMER and patient cannulation and administration of radiopharmaceuticals.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by‑case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Gartnavel General Hospital, four nine‑hour shifts per week
• Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00
• Training will be delivered across NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
• Please state your location preference within your application

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality Nuclear Medicine procedures, ensuring safe and effective patient care throughout the patient journey
• Prepare, support and monitor patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic investigations using specialist imaging and clinical equipment
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals and assist with clinical procedures in accordance with training, competency and relevant legislation
• Operate, maintain and undertake quality assurance checks on highly specialised imaging and scientific equipment
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues to plan, coordinate and deliver timely patient-centred services
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with clinical governance, radiation protection, health and safety and confidentiality requirements
• Contribute to departmental audit, service development, research activity and continuous professional development initiatives

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

Applicants should have a degree in Medical Technology, a degree in Physical Science or BSc in Diagnostic or Therapeutic Radiology (or other appropriate discipline) or equivalent. (HNC /ONC with significant suitable experience will be considered). Registration on the Register for Clinical Technologists (RCT) is desirable. (If not the post-holder will follow a training plan and is expected to achieve the award of DipIPEM (T) and this may include some academic postgraduate modules within the 2.5 years.). Applicants should also have some experience in a health care environment along with experience in planning, investigating and performing technical projects.

What we offer:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Angela Fee (Technical Service manager, email: [e-mail] for Glasgow Royal Infirmary post & Gary Hilland, Lead NM Technologist on 0141 301 7900 or email: [e-mail] for the Gartnavel post

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates.

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full‑time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as _"various"_, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

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