Job summary
This is an opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic radiographer to join a large nuclear medicine multidisciplinary team.
The department has 3 gamma cameras, PET/CT and BMD and a wide ranging therapeutic service. Successful applicants will have an opportunity to experience all aspects of our service.
Applicants with no nuclear medicine experience are encouraged to apply as we will support you to gain experience and obtain a post-graduate qualification.
Main duties of the job
To be an effective member of the Nuclear Medicine Team providing a high standard of service to patients and their referrers. To assist in the running and organisation of the Nuclear Workload.
This role will require experience and expertise in Nuclear Medicine Techniques.
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospitalis the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit theircareers page.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide a commitment to the highest quality of patient care at all times.
To provide a professional standard of communication to all medical, nursing, technical, clerical and ancillary staff
Perform clinical duties in Imaging, Bone density, Administration of therapeutic isotopes, In-vitro and quantitative studies as delegated by the Superintendent Radiographer, Deputy Superintendent or clinical co-ordinator.
Assist in the running and organisation of the Nuclear Medicine workload.
Carry out Nuclear Medicine procedures to the highest standard, adhering to Departmental protocols and paying particular attention to patient identification.
Be proficient in the use of the departmental equipment and to make sure that quality control protocols are always observed. To report any equipment malfunctions or damage as soon as it occurs.
Carry out duties as and when they occur due to new developments within the speciality of Nuclear Medicine
For further details please refer to the attached job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide a commitment to the highest quality of patient care at all times.
To provide a professional standard of communication to all medical, nursing, technical, clerical and ancillary staff
Perform clinical duties in Imaging, Bone density, Administration of therapeutic isotopes, In-vitro and quantitative studies as delegated by the Superintendent Radiographer, Deputy Superintendent or clinical co-ordinator.
Assist in the running and organisation of the Nuclear Medicine workload.
Carry out Nuclear Medicine procedures to the highest standard, adhering to Departmental protocols and paying particular attention to patient identification.
Be proficient in the use of the departmental equipment and to make sure that quality control protocols are always observed. To report any equipment malfunctions or damage as soon as it occurs.
Carry out duties as and when they occur due to new developments within the speciality of Nuclear Medicine
For further details please refer to the attached job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Radiography Diagnostic/Therapy or BSc Nuclear Medicine Technology
- State Registered - to undertake duties of a Radiographer or Nuclear Medicine Technologist with voluntary registration
Desirable
- DRI/PGDiploma Nuclear Medicine
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post-graduation experience.
- Proven interest in Nuclear Medicine
Desirable
- Experience in Nuclear Medicine
Other
Essential
- Committment to CPD
- Commitment to quality
- Satisfactory CPD portfolio
- Ability to work flexibly
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to interact in a multidisciplinary team
- Good organisational skills.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Radiography Diagnostic/Therapy or BSc Nuclear Medicine Technology
- State Registered - to undertake duties of a Radiographer or Nuclear Medicine Technologist with voluntary registration
Desirable
- DRI/PGDiploma Nuclear Medicine
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post-graduation experience.
- Proven interest in Nuclear Medicine
Desirable
- Experience in Nuclear Medicine
Other
Essential
- Committment to CPD
- Commitment to quality
- Satisfactory CPD portfolio
- Ability to work flexibly
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to interact in a multidisciplinary team
- Good organisational skills.
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
