Job summary We are looking for a Nuclear Medicine Radiographer who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients. The Nuclear Medicine Department, part of the Radiation Services group at Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, provides diagnostic imaging investigations together with molecular radiotherapies. We have an imaging suite with SPECT/CT, gamma counting for in-vitro studies and a dedicated in-patient annex for radionuclide therapies. As well as our patient facing clinical service, we operate a radiopharmacy that supplies radiopharmaceuticals to other nuclear medicine departments throughout Northwest London and the Home Counties. You will need to have a BSc Radiography and a post graduate qualification in Nuclear Medicine together with evidence of working in nuclear medicine or Degree in Clinical Technology or related discipline (or equivalent level of knowledge and experience), backed up by specific training and experience in nuclear medicine. Experience in SPECT/CT, PET/CT and/or CT imaging is essential for this role. You will also have evidence of current CPD activity. Radiographers must have registration with the HCPC. Clinical technologists must be on the Register of Clinical Technologists. At the heart of everything we do are our core values: Include, Respect, and Improve. Weencourage you to embrace these values throughout the recruitment process and in your role with us. Main duties of the job As an experienced radiographer or clinical technologist with current HCPC/RCT registration you will participate fully in the delivery of the clinical nuclear medicine service undertaking administration of radiopharmaceuticals for imaging, in-vitro studies and therapy. You will ensure that our high standards of patient care are promoted and maintained at all times. You should have a good understanding of radiation protection measures and precautions required following diagnostic procedures and be able to communicate these sensitively and clearly to patients. You will be expected to use your knowledge, skills and experience to actively participate in service improvement programmes with clinical scientists and other healthcare professionals. On completion of a comprehensive in-house training program in good manufacturing practice you will be involved in all aspects of the radiopharmaceutical manufacture and dispensing in the radiopharmacy. About us At East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust, we are proud of the range of general & specialist services we provide & our 6,000 or so dedicated staff ensure our patients get the best care. Our ability to be flexible & innovative in the way in which we work and deliver our services to our catchment has never been more important than it is now. We run the following hospitals: The Lister Hospital, Stevenage New Queen Elizabeth II (New QEII), Welwyn Garden City Hertford County, Hertford Mount Vernon Cancer Centre (MVCC), Northwood We have ambitious plans to become an outstanding, patient-led Trust where dedicated staff provide high-quality, compassionate care to our patients. We continue to undergo significant transformation; our staff & patients are at the heart of delivering this ambitious agenda. We are committed to a positive work life balance for our employees. Employees are entitled to seek to work flexible working patterns & we are committed to listen and consider all requests. Such requests, of course, have to be made & considered formally, & will need to be balanced against service needs, but our starting point will always be to find ways to support making them happen. Date posted 09 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, plus 15% High Cost Area Supplement Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 361-7067861 Job locations Mount Vernon Cancer Centre Rickmansworth Road Northwood HA6 2RN Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role. Person Specification Qualifications/Training Essential DCR(R) / BSc Radiography and a post graduate qualification in Nuclear Medicine together with evidence of working in nuclear medicine or Degree in Clinical Technology or related discipline (or equivalent level of knowledge and experience), backed up by specific training and experience in nuclear medicine Evidence of current CPD activity Radiographers must be a member of the Society of Radiographers and Clinical technologists must be on the Register of Clinical Technologists. Training in cannulation / administration of intravenous injections Desirable PgD / MSc in Nuclear Medicine Evidence of interest in, or attendance at M Level courses Training in radiopharmacy Previous Experience Essential Specialised training and practical experience in diagnostic Nuclear Medicine investigations. Experience of Radiation Protection sufficient to give advice to patients and members of staff. Evidence of some teaching / training / mentoring experience Experience of SPECT/CT imaging Desirable Experience in Nuclear Medicine therapy procedures. Specialised training and practical experience in Radiopharmacy and cell labelling. Skills Essential Excellent numeracy - ability to perform calculations for radioactive decay (using decay tables), radioactive concentration, volumes, percentages and other typical calculations required for the preparation / dispensing / checking of patient doses Highly developed physical accuracy to achieve precision and speed in radiopharmaceutical dispensing procedure, intravenous injections and the use of sophisticated scientific and technical equipment Ability to concentrate for long periods of time whilst working alone in the radiopharmacy Good organisational skills Good communication skills Ability to stand for extended periods of time whilst working Demonstrates importance of team working and able to motivate a team Good communicator of sensitive information to patients and members of the public Ability to analyse and interpret complex data and make judgements from the results Good working knowledge of Word, Excel, Powerpoint and use Clinical Applications software Ability to teach, train and supervise students and other members of staff within their areas of competence Ability to apply their knowledge and experience of practical nuclear medicine and radiation protection in order to implement new procedures and suggest developments to existing ones Take an interest in the development and progression of department procedures and techniques Experience of auditing clinical practice / procedures Knowledge Essential Specialised theoretical and practical clinical knowledge in nuclear medicine of diagnostic imaging and therapeutic and palliative treatments Knowledge of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines (IRR99, IR(ME)R2000, EPR2010 etc) Desirable Knowledge of principles and practice of radiopharmacy and in-vitro diagnostic tests Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice as applied to aseptic manufacturing Knowledge of current and innovative nuclear medicine investigations and therapeutic procedures Knowledge of current professional issues Other requirements Essential Good interpersonal skills Know when to seek advice and assistance Ability to be able to cope with moving and handling of patients Willingness to attend courses Experience and evidence of engagement around equality, diversity and inclusion issues in relation to policy, service development and service delivery in respect of both services to users and the management of staff Role model our Trust values every day Person Specification Qualifications/Training Essential DCR(R) / BSc Radiography and a post graduate qualification in Nuclear Medicine together with evidence of working in nuclear medicine or Degree in Clinical Technology or related discipline (or equivalent level of knowledge and experience), backed up by specific training and experience in nuclear medicine Evidence of current CPD activity Radiographers must be a member of the Society of Radiographers and Clinical technologists must be on the Register of Clinical Technologists. Training in cannulation / administration of intravenous injections Desirable PgD / MSc in Nuclear Medicine Evidence of interest in, or attendance at M Level courses Training in radiopharmacy Previous Experience Essential Specialised training and practical experience in diagnostic Nuclear Medicine investigations. Experience of Radiation Protection sufficient to give advice to patients and members of staff. Evidence of some teaching / training / mentoring experience Experience of SPECT/CT imaging Desirable Experience in Nuclear Medicine therapy procedures. Specialised training and practical experience in Radiopharmacy and cell labelling. Skills Essential Excellent numeracy - ability to perform calculations for radioactive decay (using decay tables), radioactive concentration, volumes, percentages and other typical calculations required for the preparation / dispensing / checking of patient doses Highly developed physical accuracy to achieve precision and speed in radiopharmaceutical dispensing procedure, intravenous injections and the use of sophisticated scientific and technical equipment Ability to concentrate for long periods of time whilst working alone in the radiopharmacy Good organisational skills Good communication skills Ability to stand for extended periods of time whilst working Demonstrates importance of team working and able to motivate a team Good communicator of sensitive information to patients and members of the public Ability to analyse and interpret complex data and make judgements from the results Good working knowledge of Word, Excel, Powerpoint and use Clinical Applications software Ability to teach, train and supervise students and other members of staff within their areas of competence Ability to apply their knowledge and experience of practical nuclear medicine and radiation protection in order to implement new procedures and suggest developments to existing ones Take an interest in the development and progression of department procedures and techniques Experience of auditing clinical practice / procedures Knowledge Essential Specialised theoretical and practical clinical knowledge in nuclear medicine of diagnostic imaging and therapeutic and palliative treatments Knowledge of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines (IRR99, IR(ME)R2000, EPR2010 etc) Desirable Knowledge of principles and practice of radiopharmacy and in-vitro diagnostic tests Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice as applied to aseptic manufacturing Knowledge of current and innovative nuclear medicine investigations and therapeutic procedures Knowledge of current professional issues Other requirements Essential Good interpersonal skills Know when to seek advice and assistance Ability to be able to cope with moving and handling of patients Willingness to attend courses Experience and evidence of engagement around equality, diversity and inclusion issues in relation to policy, service development and service delivery in respect of both services to users and the management of staff Role model our Trust values every day Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name East and North Herts NHS Trust Address Mount Vernon Cancer Centre Rickmansworth Road Northwood HA6 2RN Employer's website https://www.enherts-tr.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)