Senior Pet-Ct Radiographer/Technologist

Alliance Medical; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance Medical at Freeman Hospital (Newcastle) is seeking a Senior PET-CT Radiographer/Technologist. You will develop PET-CT knowledge through a structured competency programme and undertake IV cannulation as part of the role, with full training supplied where needed.

The post requires experience in PET-CT or Nuclear Medicine, HCPC or equivalent registration, and a patient‑focused approach to deliver high-quality care. Flexibility to work across sites preferred.

Qualifications

• Role requires PET-CT training and competency development.
• Training delivered on the job in collaboration with the PET-CT training academy.
• IV cannulation training provided if needed.
• Alliance Medical provides full training and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge through PET-CT training and competency assessments.
• Perform IV cannulation as part of the role with appropriate supervision.
• Ensure compliance with Alliance Medical policies and radiation regulations.

Skills

Patient care experience/skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Delegation

Change management

Flexible hours

Education

BSc/DCR in Diagnostic Radiography

Diploma in Nuclear Medicine

Tools

IT literacy

CT knowledge

Job description

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled and experienced Senior PET CT Radiographer/Technologist to join our team at the Freeman Hospital in Newcastle. The successful candidate will have either HCPC or an equivalent voluntary registration, you should have a background in Nuclear Medicine, preferably with experience of PET-CT, and be experienced in handling and dispensing radiopharmaceuticals. A high level of competency in cannulation is preferable. You should have a patient-focused attitude to ensure patient care is delivered to the highest standards of quality and efficiency. We are looking for a flexible, adaptable team player who has excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Skills And Experience

To be successful in this role you must be able to demonstrate:

Skills:

• Patient care experience/skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organisation skills including time management
• Excellent communication and negotiating skills
• High energy level – able to collaborate across teams to achieve a common goal
• Ability to motivate self and other members of your team and appropriately delegate
• Positive approach to change
• Flexible approach to working hours

Experience:

• Experienced in PET-CT or Nuclear Medicine
• IV Cannulation Certificate preferred
• Must be IT literate
• Enhanced DBS clearance required
• Flexibility to operate across multiple sites if required
• CT experienced desirable

Main duties of the job

You will undertake a competency programme in PET-CT to develop your knowledge and help you gain a full understanding of PET-CT. Training will be delivered “On the Job” and in collaboration with the Christie School of Oncology via the PET-CT training academy. You will also be required to IV cannulate patients as part of the role. Rest assured, should you not have any prior experience in IV cannulation, Alliance Medical will provide full training.

The following are additions to the role:

• Experience and knowledge in area of expertise desired but not essential
• BSc/DCR in Diagnostic Radiography and/or Diploma in Nuclear Medicine or equivalent is essential.
• Awareness of, and compliance with Alliance Medical Policies and Procedures, Radiation Regulations (IRMER, IRR 99 and EPR 2010) if modality requires this, CQC requirements and Health and Safety legislation
• Awareness of, and compliance with Data Protection and Patient confidentiality
• Undertake initial and refresher mandatory training to ensure compliance at all times

About us

Alliance Medical are Europe’s leading independent provider of imaging services. We combine service excellence and innovative imaging technologies to improve patient care and support NHS and independent organisations with their ongoing imaging requirements. Our approach has delivered consistent company growth for more than 30 years. We operate a robust pre-employment screening process for all roles which includes proof of professional registration and qualifications, DBS checking and occupational health assessments.

Our Values

Leaders, managers, and supervisors have a particular responsibility to be role models in terms of how they demonstrate these values themselves and how they engage their teams to work in this way.

Collaboration: We work together and in partnership for all our patients. We respect expertise and combine it to achieve more.

Excellence: We never compromise. We strive to deliver the very best in everything we do to ensure the highest quality of care. We treat our patients and each other with compassion, dignity and respect.

Learning: Knowledge and understanding comes from learning. At Alliance Medical we are committed to ensuring that each and every one of us keeps on learning and that we continuously look for improved ways of working.

Efficiency: Efficiency in healthcare means more patients get better care. We constantly seek new ways to use the scarce resource of healthcare more intelligently so that more people can live longer, fuller lives.

Openness: We act with transparency and honesty in everything we do, where staff are encouraged to speak up to ensure a safe and secure environment for our patient _s_.

Alliance Medical is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.