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Job requirements
Essential
8 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Experience in Nuclear Medicine and/or PET-CT.
- Experience
Proven experience in the administration of radioactive substances for diagnosis.
- Experience
Competent in the use of specialist equipment including basic trouble shooting.
- Experience
IR(ME)R knowledge. IRR knowledge
- Experience
Competent to work autonomously with a range of patient examinations.
- Qualifications
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
- Knowledge and Expertise
Specialist knowledge and proven expertise of Nuclear Medicine and/or PET-CT
- Knowledge and Expertise
Evidence of CPD
Desirable
6 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Proven experience in the administration of radioactive substances for treatment
- Qualifications
Post Graduate Qualification in Nuclear Medicine
- Qualifications
Training in development of supervisory skills
- Knowledge and Expertise
Proven interest in Oncology
- Knowledge and Expertise
Knowledge of QSI
- Knowledge and Expertise
Computer literate – Windows, Microsoft Office and other software applications
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. Skilled Worker sponsorship will be assigned in line with Trust procedure. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
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 Clatterbridge Cancer Centre Liverpool site houses a digital Siemens Biograph Vision and our Wirral service is delivered using a Siemens Trinion PET-CT scanner.
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.
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.
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 molecular radiotherapy.
To work within the PET-CT team undertaking high quality imaging utilising the PET-CT scanners.
To ensure that all radioactive material is handled safely and in compliance with all local rules and appropriate legislation.
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.
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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This advert is for Senior Diagnostic Radiographer PET-CT with The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust in Liverpool, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Radiographer role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 07 Oct 2026.
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