Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist/ Radiographer

Job overview

• The post holder will be expected to be a senior member of the multidisciplinary Nuclear Medicine team.
• The post holder will act as a lead for the training and education of students and new staff.
• The post holder will act as a deputy for the Operational Superintendent at Denmark Hill
• The post holder is required to be part of a rota for management of the daily clinical workload of the department and provide technical advice.
• The post holder will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of high quality diagnostic images for all Nuclear Medicine investigations (including PET-CT, DXA and theranostics).
• An ability to interpret the guidelines described in the standard operating procedures is essential in order to adapt/manipulate protocols depending on the clinical indications.
• They will encourage the highest professional and technical standards in all staff by personal example and constructive supervision.

Main duties of the job

As a senior member of the multidisciplinary Nuclear Medicine team, the post holder is responsible for the expert delivery, supervision, and coordination of a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures across Nuclear Medicine, PET-CT, DXA, and theranostics.

Clinical Leadership
Performs and oversees imaging using SPECT, SPECT-CT, PET-CT, DXA, and laboratory techniques. Ensures compliance with SOPs and legislation (e.g. IR(ME)R, IRR17), adapts protocols as needed, and maintains high image quality for accurate diagnosis.

Radiopharmaceuticals & Laboratory
Prepares, dispenses, and administers radiopharmaceuticals aseptically. Receives, assays, and documents deliveries. Conducts QC on equipment and lab tests per best practice.

Patient Care
Leads on patient preparation, consent, and communication. Adapts procedures to individual needs while maintaining safety, dignity, and confidentiality.

Operations & Administration
Manages workflow, scheduling, and team allocation. Supports resource optimisation, radiation safety, incident reporting, and fault resolution.

Leadership & Training
Deputises for the Operational Superintendent. Mentors junior staff and students, contributes to audits and research, and actively engages in CPD and service improvement.

Working for our organisation

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Leadership and Operational Support

• Act as Deputy to the Operational Superintendent when required.

• Lead and manage daily clinical workload, ensuring effective staff allocation and workflow.

• Coordinate with administration for appointment bookings to maximise room utilisation.

• Liaise with Clinical Scientists to ensure timely processing and review of imaging data.

Clinical Expertise and Imaging Procedures

• Perform all clinical Nuclear Medicine procedures, including PET-CT, SPECT, SPECT-CT, DXA, and ECG monitoring.

• Operate imaging equipment and associated IT systems such as RIS and PACS.

• Conduct all diagnostic scans with strict adherence to safety and quality standards.

• Acquire, analyse, and process diagnostic and non-imaging investigations for accurate clinical diagnosis.

• Assess image quality and biodistribution, identifying the need for further intervention when necessary.

• Gain IV access and perform cannulation for radiopharmaceutical administration and blood sampling.

Radiopharmacy and Laboratory Duties

• Receive, unpack, assay, and document radiopharmaceuticals in line with legislation.

• Prepare, dispense, and administer diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals aseptically and accurately.

• Perform and analyse in-vitro procedures and prepare laboratory results for clinical reporting.

• Carry out daily radiopharmacy QC checks on dose calibrators.

Patient Care and Management

• Prepare and explain procedures clearly to patients, ensuring informed consent is obtained.

• Adapt procedures in consultation with clinicians to meet patient-specific needs.

• Deliver compassionate care in compliance with Trust and departmental policies.

Training, Supervision, and Development

• Lead training and development for students, trainees, and new staff.

• Maintain departmental training records.

• Participate in departmental audits, protocol development, and research activities.

• Engage in CPD, seminars, and postgraduate training to maintain professional competency.

Health, Safety, and Radiation Protection

• Apply universal precautions in handling radioactive and hazardous materials.

• Respond effectively to spills or incidents involving radioactive or infectious waste.

• Perform daily radiation monitoring and maintain accurate records.

• Ensure all clinical activities comply with current radiation safety legislation and departmental guidelines.

Manual Handling

• Use patient handling equipment and immobilisation aids safely and appropriately.

• Assist patients with safe transfers to and from imaging equipment.

Quality Assurance and Equipment Maintenance

• Conduct routine QA tests on imaging and radiopharmacy equipment.

• Report and troubleshoot equipment issues in coordination with the supervisor and relevant teams.

Administrative and Clerical Support

• Assist with scheduling, booking, and handling patient enquiries to support service efficiency.

• Produce accurate clinical and technical documentation to support diagnosis and reproducibility.

• Organise clinical worklists and support departmental operations in the absence of senior staff.

• Use patient information systems (e.g., CRIS) to document and monitor workflow accurately.

Governance and Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with all SOPs, protocols, legislation, and governance requirements.

• Investigate and report incidents, contributing to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

• Recommend service improvements and workflow changes to support best practice and resource efficiency.

Person specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential criteria

• BSc in Radiography/ Nuclear Medicine or equivalent
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).

Desirable criteria

• Work as a moderator or assessor for the IPEM technologist training scheme / evidence of mentoring junior staff.

Knowledge and experience

Essential criteria

• Excellent knowledge of nuclear medicine procedures. Competent in use of highly complex and expensive scanning equipment and associated computers and other hardware.
• Competent in all data acquisition and analysis for General Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT procedures.
• Expertise in all Nuclear Medicine procedures including data analyses.

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