Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Transformationunitgm; Cottingham, Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 38,000 - GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cottingham is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist responsible for administering radiopharmaceuticals and providing essential care to patients. The role requires a strong educational background in medical physics or similar, along with accredited training in nuclear medicine. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills while working in a dynamic environment. This position offers a yearly salary ranging from £38,682 to £46,580, with a commitment to providing high-quality healthcare services.

Qualifications

• BSc/HNC or equivalent in radiography or a related subject required.
• Accredited nuclear medicine technologist training is a must.
• Post qualification experience in radiopharmacy is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide Technologist duties in Nuclear Medicine Departments.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals and perform in-vitro techniques.
• Work with patients and other staff ensuring high-quality care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

IV cannulation skills

Patient care

Education

HNC/Degree in Medical Physics/Physiological Measurement or related

Accredited nuclear medicine technologist training

Job description

Job overview

NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST, (BAND 6), NUCLEAR MEDICINE DEPARTMENT

Employer Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. Site: Castle Hill and Hull Royal Infirmary. Salary £38,682 - £46,580 per annum, pro rata. Salary period: Yearly. Closing date: 20/02/2026 23:59.

Band 6

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be required to provide Technologist duties in the Nuclear Medicine Departments including imaging, i.v. and intra-dermal administration of radiopharmaceuticals and in-vitro techniques on an ad-hoc basis.

The department operates between 07:30 and 20:00 and a shift system compliant with the Working Time Directive operates within these hours. This is likely to start earlier with the opening of the new Molecular Imaging Research Centre in which our new radiopharmacy facility will be housed.

Applicants must possess a BSc/HNC or equivalent in radiography, a science or health related subject and have completed competency-based nuclear medicine training. Post qualification/radiopharmacy experience is highly desirable.

The work is varied and demanding with an emphasis on accuracy, reliability and adaptability. The post holder will be able to prioritise demanding workloads and work under their own initiative.

The post holder will be a key member of the Nuclear Medicine Team and will have direct contact with patients, medical, nursing and other staff. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are therefore essential.

Applications are invited from qualified Nuclear Medicine Technologists/Radiographers only please. For an informal discussion, please contact Heather Wright, Lead Technologist, [phone].

Working for our organisation

The Humber Health Partnership is one of the largest acute and community Partnership arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over £1.3 billion. Made up of two Trusts - NLAG and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) - our Partnership has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world-class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve.

Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital, Goole and District Hospital (NLAG) and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital (HUTH).

As Teaching Hospitals working with the Hull York Medical School, we lead and contribute to research in biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery and oncology.

We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Partnership and our community.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may be closed earlier than stated.

We welcome applications from candidates who require Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship to work in the UK, and these will be considered alongside all other applications in line with our commitment to equality and inclusion.

Applicants can determine their potential eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship by reviewing the Skilled Worker Visa criteria set out by UKVI on the gov.uk website.

Person specification

Education/ Qualifications

• HNC/Degree in Medical Physics/Physiological Measurement or other relevant subject or a DCR/BSc Radiography
• Accredited nuclear medicine technologist training such as IPEM or equivalent including nuclear medicine practical competencies
• Eligibility for admittance to the Register of Clinical Technologists/HCPC registration e.g. degree or equivalent plus specialist training

Knowledge, Training & Experience

• Ensuring safe, compassionate preparation of patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, such as bone scans, myocardial perfusion imaging, renal studies
• IR(ME)R principles when assessing patient identity, allergies, pregnancy status and individual needs before administering radiopharmaceuticals
• Continuously developing IV cannulation and venepuncture skills, maintaining competencies, and seeking feedback to improve comfort and safety for patients
• Supporting anxious or vulnerable patients by providing clear explanations, reassurance, and person-centred care in line with NHS values and local policies
• Teaching/tutoring/mentoring in the workplace

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• Adhering to IRR17 and IR(ME)R17 regulations during radiopharmaceutical preparation, administration, and imaging workflows
• Demonstrating safe handling, storage, transport, and disposal of radioactive materials in accordance with local rules and RPA guidance
• Maintaining aseptic technique in radiopharmacy areas, following GMP principles, environmental monitoring requirements, and contamination control procedures
• Performing routine equipment safety checks—dose calibrator constancy, contamination monitoring, and emergency equipment readiness—in line with departmental SOPs
• Understanding manual-handling risks associated with transferring patients onto imaging couches and using appropriate aids to prevent injury to both staff and patients
• Applying evidence-based protocols for patient preparation, radiopharmaceutical dosing, and imaging techniques to ensure diagnostic accuracy and patient safety
• Using Essence of Care principles— privacy, dignity, communication, and patient experience—when preparing patients for Nuclear Medicine procedures
• Participating in audit, dose optimisation reviews, quality improvement activities, and multidisciplinary discussions to enhance service quality
• Be able to work on own initiative
• Works well within a team
• Demonstrates understanding of confidentiality
• Participate in standard setting and research projects
• Evidence showing clinical and professional development
• To be able to plan, assess, evaluate and implement patient care
• Ability to prioritise care associated with changing environment/patient demands
• Facilitate learning of others

Special Attributes and other

• High level of interpersonal & communication skills
• Demonstrate empathy and diplomacy
• Flexible and reliable

Other Requirements

• Good time keeper
• Ability to work from both hospital sites as required to meet the demands of the service
• Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to use initiative and be self motivated within professional scope of practice
• Demonstrate personal and professional development through appropriate study and training
• Display a positive attitude to change and development

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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.

Name Heather Wright

Job title Lead Technologist, Nuclear Medicine

Email address [e-mail]

Telephone number 01482622125