Overview
Principal Clinical Scientist, Radiology Physics – East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust. The Radiology Physics section provides scientific, technical and regulatory support to X-ray, ultrasound and laser facilities across the Trust, including Cardiac Catheter Laboratories and the Kent interventional Radiology Centre. The department offers opportunities for training, career development and progression within a dynamic team.
HCPC registration is required within an agreed time-frame. The post is for a Registered Clinical Scientist with MPE and/or RPA accreditation; applicants who do not currently meet all essential criteria may be considered with an adjusted banding and job development plan. We offer flexible working and a relocation package. The current team includes clinical scientists, clinical technologists, associate healthcare scientists, a medical physics radiographer and a technical administrator.
Responsibilities
* Operate with a high level of autonomy in providing specialised scientific, technical and regulatory expertise to the Trust and other organisations.
* Plan and manage own workload and projects; prioritise work appropriately and adapt to emergent urgent requests.
* Collaborate 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 by implementing and auditing radiation protection legislation and guidance.
* Teach, train and develop staff to achieve and maintain competence and work towards accreditation in statutory roles.
* Initiate and participate in research and development.
* Be accountable for the work of staff and students under supervision.
* Maintain RPA, MPE and RWA accreditation in accordance with legislation.
Qualifications and requirements
* HCPC registration required within an agreed time-frame.
* Eligibility for or possession of MPE and/or RPA accreditation for Radiology as required by the Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017 and related regulations; or equivalent standards as applicable.
* Evidence of teaching, training and staff development experience is desirable.
* Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and to lead projects and improvements.
Additional information
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England with five hospitals and community clinics serving around 800,000 people. Our vision is "great healthcare from great people" and we operate under the values: people feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference. We support a new way of working called "We care" to empower frontline staff to lead improvements daily.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If AI programmes are used, the application may be rejected as part of the assessment process. Applicants may seek appropriate support for applications for declared disabilities.
For further details or informal visits contact: Julie Childs, Clinical Scientist Medical Physics, juliechilds@nhs.net, 01227 864148
Job details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom
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