Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Senior Clinical Technologist

The closing date is 30 March 2026

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated clinical technologist to join a large Nuclear Medicine department. The senior clinical technologist will work with other technologists, clinical scientists, clinicians, nursing and admin staff to perform a wide range of clinical work, to include both imaging and non-imaging studies. The post will suit someone with good communication and team working skills, who is able to uphold the high standards of the department.

Applications are welcomed from radiographers with post graduate qualifications and experience in Nuclear Medicine and consideration will be given to apprentice clinical technologists currently in their final year of studies (training post will be offered at a lower salary than advertised).

Main duties of the job

To undertake a variety of nuclear medicine diagnostic tests, which includes imaging and non-imaging procedures. This will include the dispensing/administration of radiopharmaceuticals, image acquisition and processing along with the appropriate documentation of all aspects of the job.

The post holder will be required to work closely with other technologists under the direction of the chief technologist and operational lead technologists. They will be expected to supervise and train junior team members, including apprentices as appropriate. The department offers a broad range of diagnostic tests and sees patients from across the West Midlands.

The Nuclear Medicine department at the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital is staffed by a friendly team of technologists, clinical scientists, clinicians and support staff. The department performs a variety of nuclear medicine procedures including both imaging and non-imaging procedures, as well as therapy treatments for thyrotoxicosis and synovitis. Staff are encouraged to partake in research and present work at national conferences if desired.The department is proactive in training, developing, and supporting staff to reach their potential.

Our brand new acute hospital benefits from 3 Siemens Pro.specta gamma cameras featuring 32 slice CT and a variety collimator options.

About us

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.

We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.

Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.

Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.

We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose.When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it.Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.

Details

Date posted

16 March 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, Part-time

Reference number

381-IM-7630692

Job locations

SWB NHS Trust- MMUH

Grove Lane

Birmingham

B66 2QT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details on the main duties and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details on the main duties and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Practical experience, familiarity and proven abilities across the full range of nuclear medicine procedures including dispensing and giving radioactive i.v injections.

Desirable

  • Participation in the training of junior staff and trainees
  • Experience of advanced techniques

Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc degree in Clinical Technology or other equivalent qualifications (e.g. BSc Radiography with PgDip for Nuclear Medicine) (or close to completion)

Desirable

  • Evidence of continuing CPD
  • Specialist courses/qualifications

Knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of radiation legislation e.g. IRR17 and IRMER17
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Practical experience, familiarity and proven abilities across the full range of nuclear medicine procedures including dispensing and giving radioactive i.v injections.

Desirable

  • Participation in the training of junior staff and trainees
  • Experience of advanced techniques

Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc degree in Clinical Technology or other equivalent qualifications (e.g. BSc Radiography with PgDip for Nuclear Medicine) (or close to completion)

Desirable

  • Evidence of continuing CPD
  • Specialist courses/qualifications

Knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of radiation legislation e.g. IRR17 and IRMER17

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

SWB NHS Trust- MMUH

Grove Lane

Birmingham

B66 2QT


Employer's website

https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

SWB NHS Trust- MMUH

Grove Lane

Birmingham

B66 2QT


Employer's website

https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Chief Clinical Technologist

Jenny Thompson-Peters

jthompson13@nhs.net

01215074427

Details

Date posted

16 March 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, Part-time

Reference number

381-IM-7630692

Job locations

SWB NHS Trust- MMUH

Grove Lane

Birmingham

B66 2QT


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