Diagnostic Radiographers (All Specialities) in Newtownabbey

Take the next step in your specialist career and come and experience the best of Belfast and Northern Ireland. MYN is looking for you!

Employer: Leading Hospital in Belfast (represented by MYN)

Directorate: Surgical & Clinical Services Division

Location: Belfast (Trust wide across multiple hospital sites)

Hours: Full Time (37.5 hours per week)

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £36K – £53K per annum

The Opportunity

We are looking for a passionate and skilled Nuclear Medicine Radiographer to join a forward thinking and patient centred team. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high quality diagnostic imaging services. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills across a wide range of nuclear medicine procedures in a well equipped and supportive department. You will participate in extended working days and out of hours sessions, including general X ray rotation and on call responsibilities, contributing to a responsive and comprehensive service.

Main Responsibilities

• Clinical Excellence

• Perform a wide range of nuclear medicine duties, including radionuclide imaging, organ uptake measurements, and quantitative analysis of imaging data.
• Prepare and dispense radiopharmaceuticals, ensuring the highest standards of safety and accuracy.
• Prepare imaging data for clinical reporting and ensure all clinical data is securely archived according to departmental protocols.
• Champion patient care by maintaining the highest standards of compassion, communication, and safety, with a special focus on radiation protection and dosage.
• Strictly adhere to all Radiation Protection rules, including IR(ME)R 2018 NI, Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017, and Local Rules.
• Take responsibility for the safe and effective use of equipment, promptly reporting any defects or safety concerns.

• Lead by example, setting a high standard of personal and professional conduct within the team.
• Provide guidance, support, and clinical supervision to junior staff, assistant practitioners, and student radiographers, contributing to a positive learning environment.
• Actively participate in research, clinical audit programmes, and the evaluation of new procedures and equipment to drive continuous improvement.
• Commit to your own continuing professional development (CPD) through post registration courses and in service education.

• Participate fully in the departmental rota, including extended working days, evenings, weekends, public holidays, and the emergency out of hours service (including at short notice).
• Contribute to the general X ray rotation and on call services as required, demonstrating flexibility to meet the evolving needs of the service.
• Support continuous quality improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with all Trust policies, including Health & Safety, COSHH, Infection Prevention and Control, and the HCPC Code of Professional Conduct.

Who We Are Looking For

Essential Qualifications: HCPC/CORU Registration as a Diagnostic Radiographer. A recognised qualification in Nuclear Medicine (Desirable).

Knowledge: Related Diagnostic Radiography principles and best practices. A thorough understanding of IR(ME)R 2018 NI, Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017, and their practical application of radiation protection principles and local rules.

Minimum 1 Year relevant experience

Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team. A commitment to delivering compassionate patient care and evidence based practice.

Values: A demonstrable commitment to the HSC values: Working Together, Excellence, Openness & Honesty, and Compassion.

Additional Information

This appointment is subject to a successful pre employment checks and health assessment. Candidates must have the right to work in the ROI or UK. A 6 month probationary period applies.