Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Nuclear Medicine Practitioner / Technologist / Radiographer to take a significant role in a busy and recently refurbished Nuclear Medicine Department. The Department provides a wide ranging imaging, non-imaging and therapeutic radionuclide service based at Poole Hospital but serving patients from across Dorset. The department is equipped with two Siemens' Intevo Bold SPECT/CT scanners and is situated adjacent to the Alliance Medical run PET Centre. Extensive optimisation has been undertaken on these two new scanners to allow full use to be made of their capabilities. The Department supports a progressive cardiac imaging service with Radiographer lead stressing and clinical reporting. It is planning to significantly extend its provision of diagnostic level CT as part of its hybrid imaging service and is already providing a contract CT service for parathyroid imaging. It actively supports staff training, clinical development, audit, research and attendance at meetings and conferences. Base: Poole Hospital Interview Date: 27 February 2025 Main duties of the job The work will involve preparation and administration of patient doses, patient handling and carrying out a wide range of imaging and non-imaging tests using gamma cameras and other special equipment. Work will also involve participation in the QA program of the gamma cameras and radioactive waste disposal and transport procedures. You will be registered with HCPC (or equivalent) and have significant experience in the field of nuclear medicine, preferably with a relevant post-graduate qualification. Appointment will be in the range of Band 6 depending on qualifications and experience. A Band 5 training post with move to Band 6 on successful completion will be considered for the right candidate. The department works 7:30 to 17:30 Monday to Friday with the possibility of working 4 long days/week or 5 more normal days. The normal place of work will be Poole Hospital but work at Royal Bournemouth Hospital will be necessary on a rotational basis to support the sentinel node injection service. About us Our values define who we are as TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview. Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year pa Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 153-SP04102 Job locations Poole Hospital Longfleet Road Poole BH15 2JB Job description Job responsibilities Dispense, assay, and administer prescribed radiopharmaceuticals intravenously, subcutaneously, or orally. Acquire appropriate, diagnostic quality images using overly complex hybrid gamma cameras and computer systems, using techniques adapted to the individual patients condition. Analyse and process acquired data, to produce images, graphs and data from which clinical diagnosis can be achieved. See Job description and person specification for further details. Job description Job responsibilities Dispense, assay, and administer prescribed radiopharmaceuticals intravenously, subcutaneously, or orally. Acquire appropriate, diagnostic quality images using overly complex hybrid gamma cameras and computer systems, using techniques adapted to the individual patients condition. Analyse and process acquired data, to produce images, graphs and data from which clinical diagnosis can be achieved. See Job description and person specification for further details. Person Specification Education Essential Radiography degree or equivalent State registration Clean driving licence Experience Essential Significant experience in clinical nuclear medicine QA of equipment Technical skills Essential Administration of radioactive medicines intravenously and subcutaneously To be competent to deal calmly and professionally with patients, relatives and work colleagues Ability to communicate complex information effectively Knowledge Essential Sound level of understanding of Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine and radiation protection Sound level of understanding of related legislation Other requirements Essential Manual dexterity and physical strength Be able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role Person Specification Education Essential Radiography degree or equivalent State registration Clean driving licence Experience Essential Significant experience in clinical nuclear medicine QA of equipment Technical skills Essential Administration of radioactive medicines intravenously and subcutaneously To be competent to deal calmly and professionally with patients, relatives and work colleagues Ability to communicate complex information effectively Knowledge Essential Sound level of understanding of Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine and radiation protection Sound level of understanding of related legislation Other requirements Essential Manual dexterity and physical strength Be able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust Address Poole Hospital Longfleet Road Poole BH15 2JB Employer's website https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)