Job summary
We are looking for a highly motivated and scientifically skilled person to take on a lead role at the St. George's Radiological Protection Centre. The successful applicant would be leading in the diagnostic radiology service provided to the Trust and, through acting as the nominated RPA and MPE, to a wide range of external customers.
They will use their knowledge, skills and experience to help ensure compliance with the regulatory framework and play an important role in the development of RPC's scientific services. They will also play a role in the delivery of RPC's training commitments to healthcare professionals.
Main duties of the job
- To support the Head of Radiation Protection in delivering RPC's service commitments.
- To act as the nominated RPA and MPE to sites that are the responsibility of the post holder.
- Audit services with regard to their compliance with legislation relating to radiation and laser safety and advise on corrective actions arising.
- Responsible for the investigation of radiation incidents and provision of radiation incident reports to clients. To ensure the accuracy of incident reports provided by other colleagues.
- To contribute to the development of RPC's scientific and technical services.
- To contribute to the department's scientific research and development activities.
- Provide advice on legislation and guidance in radiation protection to clients.
About us
The Radiological Protection Centre (RPC) at St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides RPA, RWA, MPE and LPA advice and services to healthcare organisations around the UK. It has dedicated premises with ample office space and good facilities.
St. George's University Hospitals NHS FT is a major trauma centre and one of the largest and most active Trusts in South West London. We often feature in the media including such programmes as 24 hours in A&E and the Netflix series Critical: Between Life and Death. The Tooting site is also host to City & St. George's University of London.
The Trust supports a diverse community and offers benefits such as flexible working, employee discounts, numerous on site cafes and shopping outlets and the chance to work in a vibrant community-focussed area with excellent transport links. According to Wikipedia Tooting is known as the "land of the curry mile" although many other great dining experiences are on offer especially in the renowned Tooting Broadway market!
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To support the Head of Radiation Protection in delivering RPCs service commitments.
- To act as the nominated RPA and MPE to sites that are the responsibility of the post holder.
- Audit services with regard to their compliance with legislation relating to radiation and laser safety and advise on corrective actions arising.
- Responsible for the investigation of radiation incidents and provision of radiation incident reports to clients. To ensure the accuracy of incident reports provided by other colleagues.
- To contribute to the development of RPCs scientific and technical services.
- To contribute to the department's scientific research and development activities.
- Provide advice on legislation and guidance in radiation protection to clients
See JD for more info
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To support the Head of Radiation Protection in delivering RPCs service commitments.
- To act as the nominated RPA and MPE to sites that are the responsibility of the post holder.
- Audit services with regard to their compliance with legislation relating to radiation and laser safety and advise on corrective actions arising.
- Responsible for the investigation of radiation incidents and provision of radiation incident reports to clients. To ensure the accuracy of incident reports provided by other colleagues.
- To contribute to the development of RPCs scientific and technical services.
- To contribute to the department's scientific research and development activities.
- Provide advice on legislation and guidance in radiation protection to clients
See JD for more info
Person Specification
Qualifications and Certification
Essential
- RPA and MPE certification
- HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist
- Experience in RP or more
- MSc in Radiation Physics (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Post Grad (or equiv) in Leadership and/or management
- Certificate with RPA 2000 as LPA (or working towards)
- Corporate member of a professional body
- Certificate with RPA 2000 as RWA (or working towards)
Experience
Essential
- Experience in diagnostic radiology physics testing of CT, digital x-ray, mammography and fluoroscopy
Desirable
- Experience giving advice as lead in laser safety
- Experience advising a range of customers as appointed RPA
Management and Communication
Essential
- Able to present scientific papers at national and international conferences
- Able to train groups of other professional staff
Desirable
- Published author in scientific journal
- Managed staff in a line manager role
Person Specification
Qualifications and Certification
Essential
- RPA and MPE certification
- HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist
- Experience in RP or more
- MSc in Radiation Physics (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Post Grad (or equiv) in Leadership and/or management
- Certificate with RPA 2000 as LPA (or working towards)
- Corporate member of a professional body
- Certificate with RPA 2000 as RWA (or working towards)
Experience
Essential
- Experience in diagnostic radiology physics testing of CT, digital x-ray, mammography and fluoroscopy
Desirable
- Experience giving advice as lead in laser safety
- Experience advising a range of customers as appointed RPA
Management and Communication
Essential
- Able to present scientific papers at national and international conferences
- Able to train groups of other professional staff
Desirable
- Published author in scientific journal
- Managed staff in a line manager role
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
