Clinical Scientist (Imaging Physicist in Diagnostic radiology

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job description 1. Clinical

1.1. Provides scientific support to Diagnostic Radiology including:

• Assisting the sections work in optimisation of medical exposures.
• Undertaking quality assurance tests on a range of x-ray generating equipment
• Participating in patient dosimetry programmes including the routine patient dosimetry programme.
• Assisting in radiation and patient safety activities to support these imaging modalities

1.2. Calculate information regarding radiation exposure to staff, patients and, if appropriate, their carers. In particular assess the risks arising from ionising radiation and put these into a context that can be understood by patients or carers to provide reassurance.

1.3. Perform risk assessments to ensure that radiation doses received by staff, patients and members of the public are as low as reasonably practicable.

1.4. Work towards or maintain registration as a Clinical Scientist.

1.5. Participate in maintaining the scientific and technical quality of the Radiation Physics service

1.6. Participate in reviewing and developing procedures to ensure the continuing evidence base of the service.

2.1. Participate in maintaining the scientific and technical quality of the Radiation Physics service.

2.2. Participate in reviewing and developing procedures to ensure the continuing evidence base of the service.

2.3. Keep abreast of the latest technical and scientific developments in own specialist area and their applications in medical and associated fields. Attend suitable seminars and courses for the purpose of service and personal development. Report the knowledge acquired to colleagues and recommend development of service policies and procedures as appropriate.

2.4. Contribute to the maintenance of statistical information as required for audit, clinical governance and management purposes

2.5. Participate in and support research and development within the department as agreed with the Head of Section.

2.6. Analyse and interpret the results from R & D studies for presentation at scientific meetings and publication in peer review journals.

3.1 Participate in the delivery of quality assurance programmes ensuring that all appropriate quality control is performed. Assist with determining the appropriate form and frequency of the tests required for each piece of equipment to ensure that accurate images and results are obtained to give the correct diagnosis.

3.2 Participate in acceptance testing of new equipment to ensure that it meets its specification and is safe to use with patients

3.3 Use resources effectively in order to provide quality patient care whist having an awareness of budgetary issues.

4.1 Maintain own professional competence through on-going professional development to standards defined by the relevant professional and regulatory bodies to include clinical supervision, annual mandatory training, appraisal process and personal development planning

4.2 Prioritise and manage own workload.

4.3 Provide tutorials and supervise trainee clinical scientists and clinical technologists on placements in the section.

4.4 Participate in the provision of training of medical physics staff and other groups of healthcare professionals within the Trust and other organisations.

4.5 Supervise and assess registered and unregistered staff as appropriate.

4.6 Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary teams in order to promote efficient patient care and maintain effective channels of communication.

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

Essential

• Graduate experience in the application of Medical Physics (diagnostic radiology), such as that offered through the IPEM Training Scheme or equivalent in other work places

Desirable

• Experience in research and development activities

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

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• 1st or 2nd class honours degree in Physics or equivalent
• Demonstrate eligibility for HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist or willing to participate in relevant in-house training to achieve HCPC registration
• Masters Degree in a relevant subject

Desirable

• Successful completion of STP or equivalent.
• HCPC Registered Clinical Scientist

Physical skills

Essential

• Able to travel independently and efficiently to customer sites
• Able to transport medium/ heavy test equipment
• Manipulation of fine tools for calibration of equipment

Desirable

• UK Driving licence

Experience

Essential

• Graduate experience in Medical Physics/ diagnostic radiology
• Evidence of career progression and continuing learning

Desirable

• Relevant experience in Research & Development

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

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

Queens Medical Centre

Derby Road

Nottingham

NG7 2UH

Employer's website

https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)