Nuclear Medicine Nurse Specialist

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University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS TrustIn Nuclear Medicine we administer radioactive pharmaceuticals to patients for diagnosis and therapy. For diagnostic scans, gamma rays are emitted from the patient in the organ of interest, and are detected by detectors to form an image. For therapy, we administer pharmaceuticals that localise in diseased tissue and emit beta or alpha particles, delivering a very localised radiation dose to the disease while sparing healthy tissue.Responsibilities

InjectingCheckingPotassium iodate administrationPET propranolol admin/observationStock orderingMorning duties (call bell checks, oxygen checks, tap flushing)Help with stress room appointment bookingIn-patient assessments (fitness for scanning, etc.)PET patient prepImmunisation and vaccination report

– Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.Interview date

– Please be advised there is an interview date of 3 October 2025.About the role

There is ongoing investment in radiopharmacy and imaging technology, and the unit is involved in research trials including molecular radiotherapy trials and local research initiatives relevant to PET/CT and theatre use. The Trust is a large teaching Trust with a focus on high-quality patient care and innovation.Contact for details

For further details / informal visits contact:Name: Sharon JordanJob title: Modern MatronEmail: sharon.jordan@uhcw.nhs.ukTelephone: 02476967077Seniorities

Entry levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

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