Job summary
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.

About us
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's leading cancer centres providing highly specialist cancer care to a population of 2.4m people across Cheshire and Merseyside, and the surrounding areas, including North Wales and the Isle of Man.

Our vision is to not only maintain this level of commitment to excellence but to work with our academic and healthcare partners across the region to ensure care, treatment and patient outcomes continuously improve in the future. We are very proud of all our expert and loyal staff and we welcome people who share the collective aim of delivering excellence in everything that we do.

Our values represent who we are and what we believe in. They define how we act to deliver the best possible care for our patients and shape The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre as a great place to work.

We are -

• Kind
• Empowered
• Responsible
• Inclusive

Details
Date posted
23 September 2026

Pay scheme
Agenda for change

Band
Band 6

Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
per annum

Contract
Permanent

Working pattern
Full-time

Reference number
158-26-240-IMA

Job locations
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Liverpool
65 Pembroke Place
Liverpool
L7 8YA
United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• 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

Desirable

• Post Graduate Qualification in Nuclear Medicine
• Training in development of supervisory skills

Knowledge and Expertise
Essential

• Specialist knowledge and proven expertise of Nuclear Medicine and/or PET-CT
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Proven interest in Oncology
• Knowledge of QSI
• Computer literate - Windows, Microsoft Office and other software applications

Experience
Essential

• Experience in Nuclear Medicine and/or PET-CT.
• Proven experience in the administration of radioactive substances for diagnosis.
• Competent in the use of specialist equipment including basic trouble shooting.
• IR(ME)R knowledge. IRR knowledge
• Competent to work autonomously with a range of patient examinations.

Desirable

• Proven experience in the administration of radioactive substances for treatment

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
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHSFT

Address
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Liverpool
65 Pembroke Place
Liverpool
L7 8YA
United Kingdom

Employer's website
https://www.clatterbridgecc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Clinical and Operational Lead PET-CT
Diana Almeida
diana.almeida@nhs.net
01513188440

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