# BHSCT Radiopharmacist Band 8C > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Belfast Health and Social Care Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/bhsct-radiopharmacist-band-8c/c0198221-037d-492a-b9eb-f49e4985844e - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/bhsct-radiopharmacist-band-8c/c0198221-037d-492a-b9eb-f49e4985844e.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Belfast Health and Social Care Trust - **Location:** Royal Victoria Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Grade:** Band 8 - **Salary:** £76,965 - £88,682 - **Contract type:** Temporary - **Closing date:** 2026-09-15T15:30:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-09-01T16:33:36.688Z - **Source information URL:** https://jobs.hscni.net/Job/48954/bhsct-radiopharmacist-band-8c - **Application URL:** https://jobs-app.hscni.net/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/hrrcf_a_posting_apply?PARAM=cG9zdF9pbnN0X2d1aWQ9MDA1MDU2OTMyMzU0MUZFMUE5QzM0MUM0RjU3MEE3RUEmY2FuZF90eXBlPWU%3d - **Employer website:** https://belfasttrust.hscni.net ## Job Content ### Job details - Branch: Belfast HSCT - Location: FERGUSON BUILDING - Salary: Band 8c (£76,965 - £88,682) - Contract Type: Temporary - Opening Date: 01/09/26 - Closes: Tue, 15 September 2026 @ 4:30 PM - Interview Dates: TBC ### Notes We accept online applications only. If you are submitting a manual application, please post it to: Recruitment Shared Services, Rosewood Villa, Longstone Hospital Site, 73 Loughgall Road, Armagh, BT61 7PR. Applications received after the advertised closing date/time cannot be considered, so please allow enough time for postage. A waiting list may be created for similar posts that may arise while the waiting list is live, this may include temporary or part-time posts. This will be managed in line with the updated HSC waiting list principles effective from 1 April 2026. Where a part-time waiting list is required, one part-time waiting list will be created- regardless of any specific hours advertised, this waiting list will cover all future vacancies where part-time posts arise. A part-time post is defined as any post that has less than 37.5 hours per week. Please remember to save or print a copy of the job description before submitting your application, as it will not be accessible afterwards. Flexible Working We welcome flexible working requests from day one. All HSC organisations offer a range of flexible working options. The options available for this post will depend on the requirements of the role. Find out more about flexible working options on our website. ### JOB DESCRIPTION Post: Chief Radiopharmacist Reports to: Head of Radioisotopes Service Responsible to: Head of Pharmacy and Medicines Management for professional matters Band: Band 8C Location: Radiopharmacy Department, Royal Victoria Hospital Job Summary / Main Purpose The post holder will be the Chief Radiopharmacist with responsibility for all pharmaceutical manufacturing and preparation activities in the Radiopharmacy and Cyclotron departments at the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust. The post holder will be the named Head of Production and site contact on MHRA license for the relevant BHSCT manufacturing specials (MS) license and will interact with the GMP inspectorate, including hosting inspections and management of license variations for the Radiopharmacy and Cyclotron departments. The post holder will manage and lead the production team within the Radiopharmacy and Cyclotron departments ensuring ongoing links and collaborations occur with the Radiopharmacy Quality Team and Regional Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Service. The post-holder will take a lead role in the strategic development, and commissioning of radiopharmaceutical services and support of research services. Main Duties / Responsibilities ### The postholder will Be responsible for all aspects of the preparation, manufacturing and distribution of radiopharmaceuticals from the Radiopharmacy and Cyclotron departments at BHSCT. Lead and manage the team responsible for the preparation and distribution of radiopharmaceuticals from the Regional Radiopharmacy to the customer base throughout Northern Ireland and from the Cyclotron Production Facility to the BHSCT. Be responsible for ensuring Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and regulatory compliance of manufacturing operations at the Radiopharmacy and Cyclotron departments operating under the relevant manufacturing specials licence. Be responsible for ensuring that facilities and equipment used in manufacturing operations are appropriately maintained, serviced, tested and calibrated to ensure they remain fit-for-use. Monitor the safety, performance and suitability of all radiopharmaceuticals produced in the Regional Radiopharmacy and Cyclotron Production Facilities. Report and investigate all adverse events. Responsible for ensuring GMP and general quality practices are followed and communicated to all staff and to ensure that all quality issues identified are immediately raised with the Radiopharmacy quality team. Work closely with Quality Lead Pharmacist and Production Manager to ensure the Quality Management System (QMS) is controlled and maintained, with deviations appropriately investigated and corrective and preventative actions carried out within deadlines. Review and approve deviations, incident reports and change control actions from staff, and ensure learning and actions are cascaded throughout all team members. Provide advice to clinical colleagues on potential radiopharmaceutical/drug interactions and possible adverse reactions to radiopharmaceuticals. Collaborate with external Radiopharmacists nationally and internationally to discuss, promote and exchange information of pharmaceutical and radiopharmaceutical importance to nuclear medicine. Represent Radiopharmacy at the UK Radiopharmacy Group and attend meetings as and when required. Ensure that all aspects of the work regarding medicinal products are provided in accordance with a quality framework, and conform to relevant legislation, codes of practice, national protocols and Trust policies. Represent Radiopharmacy on various Trust committees as required, which may include Trust Licences Committee and the Local Control Team. Participate in the Trust, radiation protection and MHRA audit processes. Managing People and Resources Oversee the provision, storage and distribution of radiopharmaceuticals from the Regional Radiopharmacy and Cyclotron Production Facility. Oversee the management of the facilities, staff and equipment related to the preparation, storage and distribution of radiopharmaceuticals within the Regional Radiopharmacy and Cyclotron Production Facility. Oversee the provision of a blood radiolabelling service. In liaison with the budget holder, monitor financial aspects of radiopharmaceutical purchase and use, to ensure the provision of the most cost-effective service compatible with current standards of safety and efficacy. Approve orders for consumables and non-stock items within delegated authorisation limit considering cost, quality and reliability of suppliers whilst ensuring compliance with GMP. Maintain an up-to-date price list for radiopharmaceuticals in collaboration with the RMPS business manager. Ensure all customers are correctly invoiced for the supply of radiopharmaceuticals. Assist in writing specifications and award criteria for the tendering of contracts for consumables, raw materials and supply of radiopharmaceuticals. Review relevant SLAs, contracts and KPIs specifically related to Radiopharmacy and ensure that teams are aware of performance against these. Plan, organise and perform audits of the service to ensure compliance with GMP, quality management and other relevant legislation. Ensure the safe disposal of all radioactive waste produced by the Regional Radiopharmacy and Cyclotron Production Facility. Training and Teaching Responsible for the identification and implementation of the teaching and training plan for production staff working in Regional Radiopharmacy and Cyclotron Production Facility. Participate in teaching programmes for other Nuclear Medicine personnel Attend professional and scientific meetings relevant to Radiopharmacy as and when required. Undertake appropriate Continuing Professional Development in order to maintain professional registration with the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland or other relevant professional body and to otherwise maintain the skills and knowledge necessary for the responsibilities of the post. Research and Development Be responsible for assessment and evaluation of new facilities and equipment, including risk-based assessments and validation requirements before purchase and subsequent use in collaboration with the Quality Lead Pharmacist. Facilitate and participate in programmes of research and development in collaboration with clinical research teams. Oversee pharmaceutical aspects of clinical trials being undertaken within Radioisotopes. Implement new radiopharmaceuticals required by end users and develop validation master plans to ensure the radiopharmaceutical production process is validated and the products are of sufficient quality to administer to patients. Assess relevant current technology and products and review their suitability to meet the demands of future service needs. Policy and Service Development Establish, validate, review, update and propose changes to Standard Operating Procedures and processes to ensure compliance with current standards for the preparation and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals. Embed into current practice changes to policies and legislation related to pharmaceuticals and establish procedures to ensure regulatory compliance. Provide professional advice and support on strategic development of the Regional Radiopharmacy and Cyclotron Production Facility to ensure the continued provision of radiopharmaceuticals to Nuclear Medicine services throughout Northern Ireland. Provide specialist advice during discussions and negotiations surrounding the development of new facilities within the Trust which affect Radiopharmacy and Nuclear Medicine. Communication and Team working Oversee Radiation Protection Supervisors and maintain a surveillance of all aspects related to radiation safety of staff working in the Regional Radiopharmacy and Cyclotron Production Facility. Ensure liaison with the Estates department and outside contractors regarding PPM and equipment repair. Maintain a good working relationship with clinical, scientific, technical and nursing personnel using the radiopharmaceutical service ensuring their needs are met. Provide information and specialist advice on radiopharmaceuticals to prescribers, Clinicians, Clinical Technologists, Radiographers, Clinical Scientists, nursing staff and patients throughout Northern Ireland as required. Ensure requests for information are rapidly responded to and are dealt with in a professional manner. General Duties Ensure that all appropriate records related to the radiopharmaceutical service are maintained to ensure continuing compliance with GMP. Ensure compliance with the procedures and protocols in the areas of work for which the post holder caries responsibility. Comply with the departmental Local Rules for safe working with radiation under the Ionising Radiations Regulations (NI) 2017. Perform and review risk assessments of working arrangements and to risk assess in advance any proposed changes or new procedures. Adhere to hygiene and clothing requirements of individual work areas. Ensure appropriate professional communication with medical consultants, clinical technologists, radiographers, clinical scientists, engineers and other health care professionals as necessary for the efficient performance of the duties, adhering to local policies and practices. Participate in the annual staff review and business planning process of the Radioisotope Service of the Regional Medical Physics Service. Undertake any other appropriate duties which may be assigned, commensurate with the grade. ### General Responsibilities Employees of the Trust are required to promote and support the mission and vision of the service for which they are responsible and: At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner. Promote and support effective team working, fostering a culture of openness and transparency. The post holder will ensure that they take all concerns raised with them seriously and act in accordance with Belfast Trust's Whistleblowing Policy and their professional code of conduct, where applicable. Demonstrate their commitment by their regular attendance and the efficient completion of all tasks allocated to them. Comply with the Trust's Smoke Free Policy. Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Health and Safety Policies and Statutory Regulations. Adhere to Equality and Good Relations duties throughout the course of their employment. Ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in-service provision. Maintain high standards of personal accountability. Comply with the HPSS Code of Conduct. Information Governance All employees of Belfast Health & Social Care Trust are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their business within the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, including patient/client, corporate and administrative records whether paper based or electronic and also including e-mails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Employees are required to be conversant and to comply with the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust policies on Information Governance including for example the ICT Security Policy, Data Protection Policy and Records Management Policy and to seek advice if in doubt. For further information on how we use your personal data within HR, please refer to the Privacy Notice available on the HUB or Your HR Environmental Cleaning Strategy The Trusts Environmental Cleaning Strategy recognizes the key principle that "Cleanliness matters is everyone's responsibility, not just the cleaners" Whilst there are staff employed who are responsible for cleaning services, all Trust staff have a responsibility to ensure a clean, comfortable, safe environment for patients, clients, residents, visitors, staff and members of the general public. Infection Prevention and Control The Belfast Trust is committed to reducing Healthcare associated infections (HCAIs) and all staff have a part to play in making this happen. Staff must comply with all policies in relation to Infection Prevention and Control and with ongoing reduction strategies. Standard Infection Prevention and Control Precautions must be used at all times to ensure the safety of patients and staff. This includes:- Cleaning hands either with soap and water or a hand sanitiser at the appropriate times (WHO '5 moments'); Using the correct '7 step' hand hygiene technique; Being 'bare below the elbows' when in a clinical environment; Following Trust policies and the Regional Infection Control Manual (found on intranet); Wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); Ensuring correct handling and disposal of waste (including sharps) and laundry; Ensuring all medical devices (equipment) are decontaminated appropriately i.e. cleaned, disinfected and/or sterilised; Ensuring compliance with High Impact Interventions. Personal Public Involvement Staff members are expected to involve patients, clients, carers and the wider community were relevant, in developing, planning and delivering our services in a meaningful and effective way, as part of the Trust's ongoing commitment to Personal Public Involvement (PPI). Please use the link below to access the PPI standards leaflet for further information. http://www.publichealth.hscni.net/sites/default/files/PPI_leaflet.pdf Clause: This job description is not meant to be definitive and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust. ### PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION Chief Radiopharmacist / Band 8C Radioisotopes Service, Regional Medical Physics Service / Trauma, Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation, Imaging, Medical Physics & Out-patients Master's degree in pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent. Post-graduate Master's degree or higher qualification in a relevant area of pharmacy. Registered as a Pharmacist with the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland (PSNI). At least 3 years' experience in sterile pharmaceutical production or aseptic dispensary at 8A level or above or equivalent. Demonstrate experience of operational management and service delivery within a pharmaceutical production facility, in a leadership capacity. Demonstrate experience in sterile processing and manufacturing. Demonstrate significant experience of managing, leading and motivating teams and individual staff. Detailed up-to-date knowledge and understanding of pharmaceutical legislation and GMP. Demonstrate experience of successfully leading and implementing service and quality improvement and change projects. Shortlisting by Application Form and interview Demonstrate knowledge of the manufacturing requirements of radiopharmaceuticals. Demonstrate capability of effectively managing varied workload. Computer literate. Ability to demonstrate excellent Interpersonal skills. Shortlisting by Application Form and interview Demonstrate effective communication in a wide range of situations in writing, in person or by telephone including communication with the MHRA. Able to present complex information to a wide range of audiences. Shortlisting by Application Form and interview ### MSc PTQA Experience of working under a MHRA MIA (IMP) or MIA / MS and contributing to MHRA inspections. Experience in the preparation of radiopharmaceuticals Knowledge of radiation and radiation protection. ### NOTE Where educational/professional qualifications form part of the criteria you will be required, if shortlisted for interview, to produce original certificates, and one photocopy of same, issued by the appropriate authority. Only those certificates relevant to the shortlisting criteria should be produced. If educational certificates are not available an original letter and photocopy of same detailing examination results from your school or college will be accepted as an alternative. If successful you will be required to produce documentary evidence that you are legally entitled to live and work in the United Kingdom. This documentation can be a P45, Payslip, National Insurance Card or a Birth Certificate confirming birth in the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland. Failure to produce evidence will result in a non-appointment. Where a post involves working in regulated activity with vulnerable groups, post holders will be required to register with the Independent Safeguarding Authority. Healthcare Leadership Competencies Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will need to demonstrate at interview that they have the required competencies to be effective in this demanding leadership role. The competencies concerned are set out in the NHS Healthcare Leadership Model, details of which can be found at: http://www.leadershipacademy.nhs.uk/resources/healthcare-leadership-model. ### Particular attention will be given to the following Inspiring shared purpose Leading with care Evaluating information Connecting our service Sharing the vision Engaging the team Holding to account Developing capability Influencing for results HSC Values Whilst employees will be expected to portray all the values, particular attention is drawn to the following values for this role ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.