Job overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY SWANSEA BAY UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD.
Swansea Bay University Health Board is seeking a highly motivated individual to take up the post of Head of Imaging with Non-Ionising Radiation Physics. You will possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of the science behind MRI, as well as a proven track record of success in managing complex MRI physics projects and driving research and development. Join us in our mission to provide outstanding healthcare to our hospitals and our community.
Main duties of the job
As a Consultant Clinical Scientist, you will be providing leadership for and managing a scientific service. The section has significant SLA income from across Wales for which the postholder has budgetary management. You will be responsible for overseeing the development of the service and implementation of scientific solutions to enhance healthcare delivery mainly in the field of MRI Physics but with additional responsibilities around scientific support for clinical ultrasound and scientific advice around compliance with the Control of Electromagnetic Fields at Work Regulations. Your excellent analytical, negotiation and communication skills will be essential for working with a range of medical, clinical and non-clinical members of staff, industry representatives and professional groups. You will be expected to present balanced and succinct information across the organisation up to executive level
Working for our organisation
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Imaging with Non-Ionising Radiation Physics is the newest section in the wider department of Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering (MPCE) and you will be a key member of the management team, working alongside the other Consultant Scientists in Medical Physics and Engineering disciplines to promote and deliver the objectives of the department for the benefit of our patients. The department is committed to advancing knowledge and implementing novel techniques and technologies and you will join our other services by bringing a highly scientific approach which will entail close collaboration with universities and encouraging staff to engage in research and innovation including presenting at scientific meetings and publishing in peer reviewed journals.
Person specification
Essential Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential criteria
1. MSc in Medical Radiation Physics
2. PhD or equivalent evidence of research training or experience
3. Registration on the AHCS Higher Specialist Scientist Register (HSSR) in Imaging Physics
4. Substantial experience at a senior scientific level across all areas of MRI physics.
5. Significant previous experience acting as an expert in the field.
Desirable criteria
6. Lead role in research projects
Essential Aptitude and abilities
Essential criteria
7. Able to write and present scientific papers at national and international conferences
8. Able to explain issues to patients and the public in a confident and clear way.
9. Able to deliver teaching and training on complex subjects at masters and doctorate level
10. Able to train groups of other professional staff including consultant medical staff.
Desirable criteria
11. Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh.
Swansea Bay University Health Board is committed to supporting its staff and processes to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing service users experience. In our commitment to increase the number of staff able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
Equality remains at the centre of the Health Boards policy-making, service delivery and employment practices. We value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from people from protected groups under the Equality Act 2010, this specifically includes age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race, religion, disability, pregnancy and maternity and marriage and civil partnership.
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
Welsh language skills are desirable