Clinical Scientist (Imaging Physicist in Diagnostic radiology

NHS; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job description

Clinical Scientist (Imaging Physicist in Diagnostic Radiology)

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

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Job summary

We have two opportunities to join the growing Radiation Physics team at Nottingham University Hospitals. These posts would suit individuals with an interest in diagnostic radiology and/or radiation protection, who would like to contribute to the development and improvement of a wide range of techniques supporting a comprehensive clinical service.

This is an exciting time for Radiation Physics at NUH with many new developments expected in the coming years, including photon-counting CT and contrast-enhanced screening mammography. We are active in research and training and would be happy to support the successful candidates in developing their skills in these areas.

Ideally, you would be a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered clinical scientist, or clearly eligible for registration, with experience of diagnostic radiology and radiation protection in healthcare. However, we would also like to hear from candidates who do not yet fully meet the person specification but are willing to undertake the requisite training to reach this standard, who will be considered for appointment at a lower grade (Band 6 on Annex 21).

The post holder will be encouraged, in time, to develop towards MPE and/or RPA certification.

Hours will be full-time (37.5 hours per week), with flexible working hours, as the service requires with candidate's agreement. Consideration will also be given to part-time working.

Main duties of the job

The role will involve:

• Providing support to Diagnostic Radiology by supporting the department's work on the quality assurance of x-ray generating equipment, optimization and patient dosimetry programs and regulatory compliance.
• Participation in the teaching and training delivered by the department to a range of staff grades.
• Participation in research and development activities.

Due to the nature of our service delivery, candidates will need to be able to work to deadlines and will be expected to travel across the region. A UK Driving license is desirable.

Job responsibilities

1.1. Provides scientific support to Diagnostic Radiology including:

• Assisting the sections work in optimisation of medical exposures.
• Undertaking quality assurance tests on a range of x-ray generating equipment.
• Participating in patient dosimetry programmes including the routine patient dosimetry programme.
• Assisting in radiation and patient safety activities to support these imaging modalities.

1.2. Calculate information regarding radiation exposure to staff, patients and, if appropriate, their carers. In particular assess the risks arising from ionising radiation and put these into a context that can be understood by patients or carers to provide reassurance.

1.3. Perform risk assessments to ensure that radiation doses received by staff, patients and members of the public are as low as reasonably practicable.

1.4. Work towards or maintain registration as a Clinical Scientist.

1.5. Participate in maintaining the scientific and technical quality of the Radiation Physics service.

1.6. Participate in reviewing and developing procedures to ensure the continuing evidence base of the service.

Person specification (Abridged)

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• 1st or 2nd class honours degree in Physics or equivalent.
• MSc or equivalent in Medical Physics.
• Demonstrate eligibility for registration as a Clinical Scientist.

Desirable

• Successful completion of STP or equivalent.
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Clinical Scientist.

Experience

Essential

• Graduate experience in the application of Medical Physics (diagnostic radiology), such as that offered through the IPEM Training Scheme or equivalent in other work places.

Desirable

• Experience in research and development activities.

Communication and organisational skills

Essential

• Able to communicate complex ideas to other healthcare professionals and present specialist information at conferences, meetings, written reports or in peer-reviewed journals.
• Able to communicate performance issues with manufacturers and suppliers of X-ray imaging equipment.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Compressed hours, Annualised hours.