Job Summary
Radiology Physics is part of the expanding Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering Department at EKHUFT, which is raising its profile within the Trust and building connections with other Trusts and Universities.
We are a diverse, vibrant, dynamic department, well‑integrated into the Trust and with representation and support at Care Group level. The section provides scientific, technical and regulatory support to a wide range of X‑ray, ultrasound and laser facilities across the Trust, including Cardiac Catheter Laboratories and the Kent interventional Radiology Centre.
We are committed to providing a high quality, effective service and offer opportunities for training, career development and progression within a team. Although the post is for a Registered Clinical Scientist with MPE and/or RPA accreditation, applicants who do not currently meet all of the essential criteria may be considered with an adjusted banding and job development plan.
HCPC registration is required within an agreed time‑frame. Flexible working and a relocation package are available.
Main Duties
* Operate with a high level of autonomy in providing specialised scientific, technical and regulatory expertise, often of a complex nature, to the Trust and other organisations.
* Plan and manage your own workload and projects; prioritise work appropriately and adapt in response to emerging urgent requests.
* Work with the Radiology Physics Team Lead to provide a safe, efficient and effective service.
* Act as at least two of the following statutory roles:
o Medical Physics Expert (MPE) for Radiology as required by the Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017
o Radiation Protection Adviser (RPA) as required by the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017.
o Radioactive Waste Adviser as required by the Environmental Permitting Regulations.
* Support the chair of the Trust Radiation Advisory Committee by implementing and auditing legislation and other relevant guidance in radiation protection.
* Play a key role in teaching, training and developing 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 you supervise.
* Maintain RPA, MPE, RWA accreditation in accordance with legislation.
Qualifications and Training
* Honours degree in a relevant subject
* MSc in a relevant subject
* MIPEM
* HCPC Registration as Clinical Scientist
* MPE, RPA and RWA Certification
Clinical Skills and Experience
* Extensive experience working in the field of diagnostic radiology physics and radiation protection
* Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
* Excellent organisational skills
* Ability to prioritise and manage own work
* Ability to supervise and manage staff
* Ability to exercise own initiative when dealing with issues within own specialist area of competence
* Highly developed manual dexterity and the ability to make accurate, precise measurements using sophisticated testing equipment
* Ability to work accurately and quickly, applying scientific methods to resolve complex problems
* Ability to concentrate on complex problems for prolonged periods when frequently subjected to unpredictable working patterns
Desirable
* PhD in a relevant field
* CSci
* Management Training
* Record of scientific publications in relevant peer‑reviewed journals
* Participation in national professional affairs
* Project management experience
* Demonstrable experience advising on the safe use of sealed and unsealed sources of ionising radiation
* Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of other imaging modalities (Ultrasound, NM, MRI, etc.)
* 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 (Quality & Risk and Finance & Performance).
Personal / Professional Attributes
* Reliable, punctual, flexible
* Good interpersonal skills, including negotiation
* Ability to motivate self and others
* Ability to work effectively and positively within a team
Other Requirements
* To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values
* Ability to lift medium/heavy test equipment occasionally, greater than 10 kg
* Hold a valid UK driving licence
Job Details
Band: 8b Salary: £64,455 to £74,896 per annum
Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full‑time, Flexible working
Location: Kent & Canterbury Hospital, Canterbury, CT1 3NG
Reference number: 344‑0875DCB‑J
Legal & Compliance
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
UK professional registration is required.
Applications requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications.
Employer
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Kent & Canterbury Hospital, Canterbury, CT1 3NG
Website: https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk
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