About the role
Band 7 Nuclear Medicine Technologist Locum – Walsall
Location: Walsall
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Working Hours: Monday – Sunday shifts between 08:00 – 20:00
Pay Rate: £30.00 - £35.00 P/H
Key Responsibilities
A Band 7 Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for providing compassionate patient care, preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals, performing and monitoring imaging procedures, and adhering to strict radiation safety protocols. They supervise other technologists and support staff, conduct quality control on equipment and radiopharmaceuticals, maintain accurate records, ensure regulatory compliance, and participate in continuing education to stay updated with advancements in the field. Additionally, they are prepared to respond to emergencies, providing lifesaving first aid when necessary. These responsibilities ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to safety and regulatory standards.
Requirements
- Relevant degree in Nuclear Medicine or Radiography.
- HCPC registration as a Radiographer or Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
- Minimum 1-2 years post-qualification in Nuclear Medicine (NHS or private setting).
- Proficient with gamma cameras, PET-CT scanners, and radiopharmaceuticals.
- Strong knowledge of radiation safety protocols and quality assurance.
- Ability to administer radiopharmaceuticals and conduct diagnostic procedures.
- Excellent communication skills with patients and healthcare teams.
- High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lead and supervise junior staff when required.
Why Work with Pulse?
From the moment you register with us, we focus entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your speciality inside and out.
Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.
We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.
We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.