Radiographer​/Clinical Technologist Nuclear Medicine, Band 5

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 03 February 2026

Due to promotion an opportunity has arisen for a permanent Band 5 Radiographer/ Clinical Technologist to join the existing Nuclear Medicine team of 20 staff. This is an interesting and varied role providing support to the day-to-day operations of the Nuclear Medicine Imaging.

There are currently three gamma cameras over the two Trust sites, two with SPECT CT capability. At the Gloucester Trust site, there is a new SPECT-CT gamma camera installed in a recently upgraded department.

There is an in-house Radiopharmacy used for the daily manufacture of radiopharmaceuticals, which is operated jointly with the Pharmacy department.

This post is primarily to support Imaging on both sites; flexibility and travel between the sites will be required.

This is an exciting time to join the department.

The job purpose is to provide radiographic support, undertaking a wide range of routine diagnostic imaging carried out in Nuclear Medicine.

The role requires working with specialist equipment, including three dual-headed gamma cameras (2 with CT capability), isotope calibrators, and contamination monitors.

We are a supportive department that values and develops our employees and prides ourselves on providing the best possible experience and care for our patients.

We are keen to welcome well‑motivated, caring, and conscientious individuals to our team.

Applications are welcomed from candidates with a radiography or Nuclear Medicine clinical technologist background who possess good interpersonal and communication skills.

Nuclear Medicine is one of four departments within the Medical Physics department and there are strong links and support provided by the other Heads of Department and their respective staff. The Medical Physics Department is a strong advocate for staff training and development and is an accredited training centre for the NSHCS STP & HSST training schemes as well as the IPEM Clinical Technologist training scheme.

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to improving patient services providing Best Care for Everyone. We can offer accommodation for newly appointed staff. Gloucestershire is a pleasant place to live with easy access to the lively towns of Cheltenham and Gloucester, the Cotswold countryside, South Wales and good travel links to other parts of the UK.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one of our innovative hospitals.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on‑site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Knowledge, skills and experience required

Qualifications

The post holder must be qualified to HNC level in a relevant science subject, or a qualified Radiographer. Specialist knowledge is acquired through short courses and updates.

For Clinical Technologists, after a 3-year qualifying time and completion of a Portfolio, they should be eligible for inclusion on the Voluntary Register of Clinical Technologists. Technical/Incorporated Membership of the IPEM is desirable.

Experience

Time to obtain the aforementioned qualifications with substantial years of training.

Other Skills

• Good team working skills
• Ability to work on own initiative within competencies achieved.
• Good keyboard skills for the manipulation of images.
• Detailed evidence of ongoing professional development by maintaining a portfolio.

Please see the attached Job Description for more details.

• BSc Radiography or Registered Clinical Technologist
• HCPC for Radiographer or Registration for Clinical Technologist
• BSc…