Senior Nuclear Medicine Radiographer

A vacancy exists for a Nuclear Medicine Radiographer, based in Westville, reporting to the Nuclear Operations Manager, Ansu Fourie. The incumbent will be responsible for providing a high quality service to both inpatients and outpatients, including nuclear medicine procedures, quality assurance and related administrative duties. You will work as a member of the nuclear medicine department and multi disciplinary teams, delivering professional care in accordance with professional standards of practice.

• Schedule patients for nuclear medicine
• Prepare patients for scheduled nuclear medicine procedures
• Prepare the room and equipment before commencing radiology procedures
• Perform procedures for which the incumbent is qualified
• Perform hotlab procedures and preparations for radiopharmaceuticals
• Order radiopharmaceuticals and other stock as required
• Work overtime when required
• Perform administrative tasks related to business operations
• Participate in all staff meetings, briefings and training
• Maintain acceptable levels of health and safety and complete monthly reports
• Take part in routine daily inspection of equipment and quality assurance procedures
• Ensure compliance with work procedures and policies
• Act as the radiation protection officer for the unit and ensure compliance with SAHPRA regulations
• Process invoices and purchase orders on SAP
• Keep up-to-date with current techniques and developments in radiographic and imaging procedures and participate in in service training as required
• Maintain good working relationships with colleagues and with non radiographic staff, both in the Nuclear Medicine Department and elsewhere in the hospital

• Degree in Nuclear Medicine Radiography
• Registered with HPCSA and CPD compliant
• At least 5 years' experience in Nuclear Medicine
• Ability to perform weekend work
• Own transport and a valid driver's licence is essential
• Experience in nuclear therapy

• Problem solving/analysis
• Building relationships
• Resilience
• Organisational awareness
• Verbal & written communication
• Drive & energy
• Teamwork
• Excellence orientation
• Customer responsiveness
• Ethical behaviour
• Attention to detail
• Work independently
• Ability to work under pressure

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Closing date Friday, April 10, 2026

Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert should consider their application unsuccessful.