Overview
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. MPE accreditation is essential for this role; candidates who are close to submitting a portfolio for RPA accreditation within an agreed time frame may be considered.
About the Department
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, and we are committed to providing a high‑quality, safe and effective service. Opportunities for career development and progression are available within a vibrant, progressive and supportive team.
Responsibilities
* 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, and exercising a high degree of autonomy when dealing with varied and specialist issues.
* Lead investigations 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 and 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) for EKHUFT.
* Improve the delivery of the Radiology Physics services and conduct research and development.
About the Trust
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’ and our values are ‘People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. With our new way of working called ‘We care’, we empower frontline staff to lead daily improvements. We are looking for compassionate people to join us on this improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we serve every day.
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