Clinical Technologist in Non-Ionising Radiation Imaging
The closing date is 25 January 2026
Job summary
This is a new and exciting opportunity at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, within the expanding Radiation Protection department, supporting a wide variety of non-ionising radiation modalities with an emphasis on ultrasound.
We are looking for somebody with knowledge and understanding of medical ultrasound who can help to deliver and develop our quality assurance programme covering a wide range of clinical applications over multiple departments and sites, including both NHS and private hospitals. There are also opportunities to support teaching and training programmes and to get involved with research and development activities.
Additional knowledge of other areas of non-ionising radiations would be desirable, as the service supports MRI, lasers and phototherapy services and there is potential for the post holder to become involved with any or all of these areas.
You will join a well-established and supportive team of Clinical Scientists in the radiation protection team that support the provision of both ionising and non-ionising modalities.The Radiation Protection Section sits within the growing Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering Department at Royal Berkshire Hospital.
Your role will be assisting in the delivery of ultrasound, laser, blue-light, UV therapies, and MR services within two large NHS district general hospital, two community hospitals, and various smaller establishments including 5 private hospitals and a community dental service.
Main duties of the job
The main purpose of this post is to provide Non-Ionising Radiation (NIR) Physics support for diagnostic and therapeutic ultrasound services. The ability to support MR, UV and blue light phototherapy and lasers is also be desirable.
The post holder will provide scientific quality assurance support to clinical services in the Trust and a range of external NHS bodies and private hospitals to which the Radiation Protection Department is contracted. There will also be opportunities to contribute to teaching and service development projects.
The post requires knowledge of the scientific, technical, and safety aspects of non-ionising radiation (NIR) physics, primarily ultrasound and its clinical applications.
The post holder must be able to act on independently to develop scientific and technical solutions to meet the diverse requirements of a constantly evolving specialist NIR service.
About us
Reading sits on the river Thames and is served by great road and rail links to London, Oxford and Southampton. With excellent leisure and shopping facilities, and a thriving cultural scene, Reading is a wonderful place to live, work and play and provides excellent facilities for families, including some of the best state and private schools in the UK.
The CQC rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.
Our "CARE" values:Compassionate,Aspirational,Resourceful,Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.
Details
Date posted
08 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
193-7698780PCG
Job locations
Royal Berkshire Hospital
London Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Berkshire Hospital
London Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
Employer's website
https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Head of Non-ionising Radiation Section
Dr Roman Wesolowski
roman.wesolowski@royalberkshire.nhs.uk
07551402679
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