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We are looking for an enthusiastic Clinical Scientist with MPE and RPA accreditations and a background in providing scientific leadership and support in Radiology Physics. Please note: MPE accreditation is essential for this role. We may consider candidates close to submitting a portfolio for RPA accreditation within an agreed time frame.
Radiology Physics is part of the Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering Department, which has a high profile within the Trust and is building networks with other Trusts and Universities. We support a wide range of Diagnostic Radiology facilities, including CT, Mammography, Cardiac and the Kent Interventional Radiology Centre. Committed to providing a high quality, safe and effective service, we offer opportunities for career development and progression within a vibrant, progressive and supportive team.
Key Responsibilities
* Help ensure that a safe and effective Radiology Physics service is provided to the East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust (EKHUFT)
* Delegate day‑to‑day scientific, technical, clinical and regulatory aspects of the Radiology Physics service
* Delegate day‑to‑day managerial aspects of the Radiology Physics service, in conjunction with the operational lead
* Act as the lead Medical Physics Expert under the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017 (IR(ME)R 2017) for Diagnostic Radiology, leading the equipment assessment programme, including specification, acceptance testing, commissioning, quality assurance and optimisation of complex imaging equipment, acting with a high degree of autonomy when dealing with varied and specialist issues.
* Lead the investigation of complex radiation dosimetry issues and advise on the associated risks.
* Calculate dose and risk in the event of planned, unintended or accidental exposures including to the unborn child, and advise clinicians.
* Provide / oversee specialist radiation protection teaching and training to a range of staff groups and act as the training lead for STP and Route 2 within the section.
* Serve as the appointed Radiation Protection Adviser (RPA) under the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017 (IRR 2017) to EKHUFT.
* Improve the delivery of the Radiology Physics services and conduct research and development.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
Julie Childs, Head of Clinical Physics,
Email: juliechilds@nhs.net
Telephone: 01227864148
If you are unable to get a hold of Julie Childs, please contact her PA, Patsy Archer:
Email: patsy.archer@nhs.net
Telephone: 01227783086
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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