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Job summary

Main area
Nuclear Medicine and PET-CT
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
158-25-435-RAD
Employer
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Liverpool and Wirral
Town
Liverpool
Salary
£39,959 - £48,117 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
09/04/2026 23:59

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The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust logo

Senior Diagnostic Radiographer/Technologist Nuclear Medicine & PET-CT

NHS AfC: Band 6

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; 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 [email protected]. 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.

We operate a Values Based Recruitment (VBR) approach when recruiting new colleagues. VBR helps us to attract and select employees whose personal values and behaviours align with the values of the Trust. For more information on our vision, mission and values please see here - Vision, mission and values :: The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre (clatterbridgecc.nhs.uk)

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; therefore you are advised to submit your completed application form as early as possible.

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.

 

 

Job overview

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. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

 

 

The Nuclear Medicine department at Clatterbridge Cancer Centre Wirral is busy and dynamic, and houses a Siemens Symbia Intevo Gamma Camera with SPECT-CT, carrying out a wide variety of examinations. We also provide a busy Radium therapy service. Our PET-CT scanner is currently being replaced.

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre Liverpool site houses a digital Siemens Biograph Vision and also provides Radium therapy service.

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 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.

 

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 therapy.
  • To work within the Nuclear Medicine and PET-CT teams undertaking high quality nuclear medicine imaging utilising both the PET-CT scanner and Gamma Camera with SPECT-CT.
  • To ensure that all radioactive material is handled safely and in compliance with all local rules and appropriate legislation.

 

 

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.

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

  • Inclusive

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

Essential criteria
  • 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
Desirable criteria
  • Post Graduate Qualification in Nuclear Medicine
  • Training in development of supervisory skills

Knowledge and Expertise

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

Experience

Essential criteria
  • 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.
Desirable criteria
  • Proven experience in the administration of radioactive substances for treatment

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Applicant requirements

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.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Diana Almeida
Job title
Clinical and Operational Lead PET-CT
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0151 318 8440
Additional information

Clinical Specialists PET-CT & NM:

Alaina Grant: 0151 556 5018

Elaine Vizard: 0151 556 5967

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