Nuclear medicine specialist practitioner clinical technologist /radiographer

Overview

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across clinical and non-clinical professions. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to populations of over 1.15 million, and 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role

This is a varied and highly specialist role within the Diagnostics Directorate, providing direct patient care and delivering a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures.

The post holder will:

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team including clinical scientists, technologists, consultant clinicians, radiographers, nurses and administrative professionals
• Operate complex imaging and laboratory equipment such as SPECT CT, PET CT and DEXA systems
• Ensure the highest standards of patient care, radiation safety and clinical governance
• Perform and support a broad range of nuclear medicine investigations
• Contribute to protocol development, quality assurance and audit activity
• Participate in training, research and service development

The role requires sound technical judgement, strong communication skills and the ability to work autonomously in a busy clinical environment.

All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHSGGC can issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.

Duration, Location and Working Pattern

• Base location: Glasgow Royal Infirmary
• Work locations: Peripatetic across all Nuclear Medicine sectors within NHSGGC, including Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Gartnavel General Hospital, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, and Royal Hospital for Children
• Work pattern: Participation in out-of-hours working is required as service needs dictate

Key responsibilities

You will deliver a comprehensive range of diagnostic imaging, non-imaging investigations, theragnostic procedures and radionuclide therapies within the Nuclear Medicine service. Independent performance of a wide range of nuclear medicine investigations with high standards of technical accuracy and patient care is required.

Operate and maintain advanced imaging technologies including SPECT CT, PET CT and DEXA systems, with emphasis on patient care, safety and radiation protection in line with clinical governance requirements.

Contribute to development and implementation of clinical protocols and actively participate in quality assurance and audit activities to support continuous service improvement. Support ongoing service development and innovation and participate in staff and student training and development.

Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team across multiple sites within NHSGGC, requiring effective communication, flexibility and positive team contribution.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience

• Specialist knowledge in nuclear medicine techniques and procedures
• Competence in operating complex diagnostic imaging equipment (SPECT CT, PET CT, DEXA)
• Understanding of radiation safety principles, clinical governance frameworks and quality assurance practices
• Ability to work independently with strong technical and clinical judgement
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Involvement in ongoing professional development, training and research activities

What we offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies to enhance your employee journey, including an Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact: Angela Fee, Technical Services Manager, North East Sector, angela.fee@nhs.scot / 0141 201 6521

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde recognises the importance of work-life balance and offers flexible working where possible. We encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible arrangements and will discuss this during recruitment.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of our diverse workforce.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC pledges its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills and qualifications.