Principal Clinical Scientist, Radiology Physics (Band 8a) - Medical Physics - East Kent Hospita[...]

Principal Clinical Scientist, Radiology Physics

Band 8a

Main area: Medical Physics Grade Band 8a

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time (Flexible working available, 37.5 hours per week)

Job ref: 344-0875DCB-E

Site: Kent and Canterbury Hospital

Town: Canterbury

Salary: £53,755 - £60,504 per annum

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 30/04/2025 23:59

Job overview

Radiology Physics is part of the expanding Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering Department, which is raising its profile within the Trust and building networks with other Trusts and Universities. We are committed to providing a high quality, safe and effective service, with opportunities for career development and progression within a vibrant, progressive and supportive team.

We provide scientific, technical and regulatory support to X-ray, ultrasound and laser facilities across the Trust, and training and development are actively encouraged and supported. We are based in modern, air-conditioned accommodation with up-to-date desktop IT and video-conferencing facilities.

Main duties of the job

• Operate with a high level of autonomy in providing specialised scientific, technical and regulatory expertise.
• Plan and manage their own workload and projects; prioritising work appropriately.
• Work with the Radiology Physics Team Lead to provide a safe, efficient and effective service.
• Act as at least two of the following three statutory roles:
• Medical Physics Expert (MPE) for Radiology
• Radiation Protection Adviser (RPA)
• Radioactive Waste Adviser (RWA)
• Support the chair of the Trust Radiation Advisory Committee.
• Play a key role in teaching, training and developing staff.
• Initiate and participate in research and development.
• Be accountable for the work of staff and students who they are supervising.
• Maintain RPA, MPE, RWA accreditation in accordance with legislation.

Working for our organisation

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’.

Person specification

Qualifications and Training

• MSc in a relevant subject
• MIPEM
• HCPC Registration as Clinical Scientist
• MPE, RPA and RWA Certification
• PhD in relevant field
• CSci
• Management Training

Clinical Skills and Experience

• Extensive experience working in diagnostic radiology physics and radiation protection
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to prioritise and manage own work
• Ability to supervise and manage staff
• Ability to exercise own initiative
• Highly developed manual dexterity
• Ability to work accurately and quickly
• Ability to concentrate on complex problems for prolonged periods
• Record of Scientific publications in relevant peer-reviewed journals
• Participation in national professional affairs
• Project management experience
• Experience advising on the safe use of sealed and unsealed sources of ionising radiation
• Specialist knowledge of other imaging modalities
• Experience advising on the safe use of lasers and other forms of optical radiation

Governance

• Report to the Trust Radiation Advisory Committee.
• Support the Medical Physics Governance Groups.

Personal/professional attributes

• Reliable, punctual, flexible
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate self and others
• Ability to work effectively within a team

Other Requirements

• Awareness of and adherence to the Trust’s Vision, Mission and Values
• Ability to lift medium/heavy test equipment occasionally

We encourage applications from all backgrounds and aim to create a diverse workforce. Please apply as soon as possible; we only accept online applications.