Specialist Nuclear Medicine Radiographer / Trainee

www.healthjobsuk.com - jobboard; Preston; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a qualified Nuclear Medicine Radiographer to join their busy department. This role involves managing imaging examinations, supervising staff, and ensuring high standards of patient care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nuclear medicine and a commitment to professional development. Join a team dedicated to quality service and patient-centered care.

Benefits

Onsite nursery

Childcare vouchers

Salary sacrifice schemes

Free Wi-Fi

Medical library

Annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in nuclear medicine procedures.
• Certification in injection and cannulation required.

Responsibilities

• Manage workload and supervise junior staff.
• Ensure high radiographic standards and patient safety.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare colleagues.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Patient Care

Education

DCR/BSc Hons in Diagnostic Radiography

Postgraduate Diploma in Nuclear Medicine

Job description

Main area: Nuclear Medicine Radiographer, Grade Band 6, Contract: Permanent, Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full or part-time considered), Job ref 438-PB2779

Employer: Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, NHS, Royal Preston Hospital, Preston

Salary: £29,970 - £44,962 per annum, pro rata, Closing date: 27/05/2025 23:59, Interview: 10/06/2025

Job overview

An exciting opportunity for a qualified Nuclear Medicine Radiographer or Trainee to join the busy Nuclear Medicine Department at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Trust. The department offers a wide range of imaging, non-imaging, and therapeutic radionuclide services, equipped with two GE Discovery 870 DR SPECT/CT scanners.

If you are a trainee Band 5 radiographer, you must have a DCR/BSc Hons in Diagnostic Radiography, be HCPC registered, and willing to undertake a year of training. Upon completion and competency, you will be appointed to a Band 6 position.

The department supports a progressive cardiac imaging service led by radiographers.

Applicants should hold a Post Graduate Diploma in Nuclear Medicine, with proven experience in nuclear medicine procedures and hybrid imaging knowledge. Those interested in nuclear medicine with a willingness to undertake the diploma will be considered for development roles.

We support career progression through professional development and clinical skill enhancement, seeking compassionate, motivated individuals dedicated to patient and family support, aligned with the Trust's values.

Main duties of the job

You will manage workload, ensure standards of practice, supervise junior staff, and provide leadership and direction, acting as a role model and patient advocate. You will assess, plan, and decide on imaging examinations, maintaining records.

Working for our organisation

Our 10,000 staff deliver quality services to 370,000 local residents and provide specialist care to 1.5 million across Lancashire & Cumbria. Working here offers development opportunities, skill enhancement, and a chance to make a real difference in patient care.

You will be part of a team that values innovation, professional growth, and high standards, with a focus on patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead radiographer in managing personnel, facilities, and systems.
• Coordinate care, delegate duties, supervise junior staff.
• Ensure high radiographic standards, meet patient needs, adhere to standards and guidelines.
• Monitor and improve patient care and safety.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and healthcare colleagues.
• Promote equality and meet individual needs.
• Maintain a safe, hygienic environment.
• Participate in education and training of staff.
• Maintain professional competence and extend knowledge.
• Comply with radiation safety regulations and departmental protocols.

We promote a relaxed, flexible work environment, with core hours 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday. Benefits include onsite nursery, childcare vouchers, salary sacrifice schemes, free Wi-Fi, university links, medical library, annual leave, and options to purchase additional leave.

Person specification

Qualifications and Education

• DCR/BSc Hons in Diagnostic Radiography
• Postgraduate Diploma in Nuclear Medicine or willingness to undertake training
• Attendance at study days
• Understanding of the service and relevant experience
• Certification in injection and cannulation

Knowledge and Experience

• Experience in nuclear medicine procedures
• Awareness of developments in Nuclear Medicine
• Knowledge of policies, IRR 17, IRMR 18, and CT use
• Experience in audit processes

Applicants must have appropriate UK professional registration. The role is subject to DBS disclosure, in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) 2020.

For further information, contact Anna Gibbons, Clinical Service Lead, at [e-mail] or 01772 522381.