Senior Diagnostic Radiographer PET-CT

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre Liverpool is seeking a Diagnostic Radiographer or Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join the PET-CT team in a full-time NHS post. You will prepare radiopharmaceuticals, perform high quality imaging, and ensure safe handling of radioactive materials in line with IR(ME)R and local rules.

Working within a supportive department at our Liverpool site, you will contribute to the delivery of outstanding cancer care across Merseyside and beyond, with opportunities for role

Qualifications

• Specialist Nuclear Medicine/PET-CT knowledge required.
• IR(ME)R and IRR knowledge essential.
• CPD evidence expected for ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Participate in specialised imaging within the Radiology Department.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals for investigations and molecular radiotherapy.
• Perform high quality imaging using PET-CT scanners.
• Ensure radioactive material is handled safely per local rules and legislation.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

PET-CT

IR(ME)R

IRR

CPD

Education

DCR/BSc Diagnostic Radiography (HCPC)

Post Graduate Qualification in Nuclear Medicine

Supervisory skills training

Job description

Main area PET-CT Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (over 4 days a week) Job ref 158-26-240-IMA

Site The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Liverpool Town Liverpool Salary £39,959 - £48,117 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 07/10/2026 23:59

In cases where we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to automatically close any vacancies prior to the specified closing date - all vacancies are capped at a sufficient number to progress to shortlisting stage; you are advised to submit your completed application form as early as possible.

We want our recruitment process to be fair, inclusive, and accessible for everyone. If you need support or a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact our Recruitment Team - 0151 5565176 or [e-mail]. Adjustments may include alternative formats, extra time for assessments, communication support, accessible interview arrangements, interview questions prior to interview or other changes tailored to your needs.

Right to work: We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Skilled Worker sponsorship will be assigned in line with Trust procedure. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

We work collaboratively with Alliance Medical in providing the PET-CT service as part of the NHSE National Contract. We also carry out non-contract work such as scanning to aid with radiotherapy planning and clinical trials.

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre Liverpool site houses a digital Siemens Biograph Vision and our Wirral service is delivered using a Siemens Trinion PET-CT scanner.

The department is dedicated to supporting staff development and training. There may be the opportunity for role development in the future, such as Post Graduate qualifications, research-based activities and/or development of further therapy treatments. You would be required to work flexibly with the department moving towards extended days and Saturday working in PET as the service develops.

Due to service expansion we are looking for applications from Diagnostic Radiographers and Nuclear Medicine Technologists who demonstrate commitment to our Trust values

If you want to be part of our fantastic team whilst helping to support the Trust with our vision for providing the best cancer care in the country, then we want to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

To participate in the provision of specialised imaging within the Radiology Department at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.

To prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals for investigations and molecular radiotherapy.

To work within the PET-CT team undertaking high quality imaging utilising the PET-CT scanners.

To ensure that all radioactive material is handled safely and in compliance with all local rules and appropriate legislation.

Working for our organisation

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s leading cancer centres providing highly specialist cancer care to a population of 2.4m people across Cheshire and Merseyside, and the surrounding areas, including North Wales and the Isle of Man.

Our vision is to not only maintain this level of commitment to excellence but to work with our academic and healthcare partners across the region to ensure care, treatment and patient outcomes continuously improve in the future. We are very proud of all our expert and loyal staff and we welcome people who share the collective aim of delivering excellence in everything that we do.

Our values represent who we are and what we believe in. They define how we act to deliver the best possible care for our patients and shape The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre as a great place to work.

We are -

• Kind
• Empowered
• Responsible
• Inclusiv e

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.

Person specification

Qualifications

• DCR/BSc Diagnostic Radiography with HCPC registration or BSc Nuclear Medicine/Clinical Technology with RCT registration or BSc Healthcare Science Practitioner (Medical Physics Technology) Apprenticeship with ACHS registration
• Post Graduate Qualification in Nuclear Medicine
• Training in development of supervisory skills

Knowledge and Expertise

• Specialist knowledge and proven expertise of Nuclear Medicine and/or PET-CT
• Evidence of CPD
• Proven interest in Oncology
• Knowledge of QSI
• Computer literate – Windows, Microsoft Office and other software applications

Experience

• Experience in Nuclear Medicine and/or PET-CT.
• Proven experience in the administration of radioactive substances for diagnosis.
• Competent in the use of specialist equipment including basic trouble shooting.
• IR(ME)R knowledge. IRR knowledge
• Competent to work autonomously with a range of patient examinations.
• Proven experience in the administration of radioactive substances for treatment

If you are successfully shortlisted, you will be invited for an interview via email. Please ensure you regularly check your emails (including junk folders) following your application and let us know if you have any problems. If you would prefer for us to communicate with you in a different way, or need adjustments to the interview process, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0151 556 5176 or [e-mail] . All interviews will be undertaken in person unless extraordinary circumstances apply.

If you do not receive confirmation that you have been shortlisted for interview, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. It is with regret that we are unable to provide feedback to all non-shortlisted candidates.

The cost of processing a new DBS application is met by the successful applicant. DBS costs are recovered via salary deduction following commencement in post - further details including cost are available from the Recruitment Team. It is a Trust recommendation that candidates requiring a DBS check subscribe to the DBS Update Service - further details are available here - https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service . Candidates who withdraw post-DBS submission will be invoiced for the full cost of the check including administration fee.

The Trust takes active responsibility for meeting national guidance and legal requirements in relation to our Safeguarding Policy, including local arrangements for the protection of adults at risk.

The Trust is committed to providing high standards of both patient and staff experience. To support us in doing this the Trust, in partnership with Trade Unions has developed and embedded key values and behaviours that all staff are required to demonstrate throughout their employment. The Trust's values and behaviours support the Trust Vision 'to provide the best cancer care to the people we serve' and our Mission 'to improve health and wellbeing through compassionate, safe and effective cancer care'.

We promote and support diversity in our workforce. The Trust have staff networks such as Ethnic Diversity Staff Network, LGBTQ+ Staff Network, Armed Forces Staff Network, MAPLE Staff Network & Menopause Support Group. The Trust does not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment and has firmed up processes for reporting this, including a dedicated Freedom To Speak Up (FTSU) Guardian.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.