We have two opportunities to join the growing Radiation Physics team at Nottingham University Hospitals. These posts would suit individuals with an interest in diagnostic radiology and/or radiation protection, who would like to contribute to the development and improvement of a wide range of techniques supporting a comprehensive clinical service.
This is an exciting time for Radiation Physics at NUH with many new developments expected in the coming years, including photon-counting CT and contrast-enhanced screening mammography. We are active in research and training and would be happy to support the successful candidates in developing their skills in these areas.
Ideally, you would be a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered clinical scientist, or clearly eligible for registration, with experience of diagnostic radiology and radiation protection in healthcare. However, we would also like to hear from candidates who do not yet fully meet the person specification but are willing to undertake the requisite training to reach this standard, who will be considered for appointment at a lower grade (Band 6 on Annex 21).
The post holder will be encouraged, in time, to develop towards MPE and/or RPA certification.
Hours will be full-time (37.5 hours per week), with flexible working hours, as the service requires with candidate's agreement. Consideration will also be given to part-time working.
Main duties of the job
The role will involve: Providing support to Diagnostic Radiology by supporting the department's work on the quality assurance of x-ray generating equipment, optimization and patient dosimetry programs and regulatory compliance. Participation in the teaching and training delivered by the department to a range of staff grades. Participation in research and development activities. Due to the nature of our service delivery, candidates will need to be able to work to deadlines and will be expected to travel across the region. A UK Driving license is desirable.
Person specification (Abridged)
Training & Qualifications
Essential 1st or 2nd class honours degree in Physics or equivalent MSc or equivalent in Medical Physics Demonstrate eligibility for registration as a Clinical Scientist Desirable Successful completion of STP or equivalent Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Clinical Scientist Experience
Essential Graduate experience in the application of Medical Physics (diagnostic radiology), such as that offered through the IPEM Training Scheme or equivalent in other workplaces Desirable Experience in research and development activities Communication and organisational skills
Essential Able to communicate complex ideas to other healthcare professionals and present specialist information at conferences, meetings, written reports or in peer-reviewed journals Able to communicate performance issues with manufacturers and suppliers of X-ray imaging equipment Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship
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