Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated senior Clinical Scientist to lead our Magnetic Resonance and Ultrasound Physics Team. The successful candidate will be an experienced scientist, with previous experience of leading or supporting leading teams. We ae looking for a Scientist registered as an MRSE, with previous experience in U/S and interest in developing both MRI and U/S governance. We are committed to providing our patients with outstanding care and seek a clinical scientist who shares this vision.
The MRI and US team is a friendly and dedicated team who work hard to engage with Imaging throughout the organisation to ensure the safety of staff, patients and visitors to the Trust. The team are involved with all aspects of MRI equipment life cycle and developing support of U/S scanners (~400 items). There is a strong commitment to innovation, research and development and existing links with Queen Mary University, King's College Hospital and other Academic Trusts in the London Region.
Main duties of the job
The purpose of the post is to undertake the leadership of the Magnetic Resonance (MR) and Ultrasound (U/S) Physics team.
The post holder will be responsible for the provision of MR and U/S Physics services to the Trust and the management of the associated staff.
Provision of scientific and technical support to all MRI and U/S systems within the Trust(St Bartholomew Hospital, Royal London Hospital, Whipps Cross, Newham University Hospital and Mile End CDC) and any additional systems under external contract. Ensure the optimisation and safe clinical use of MRI system in several specialties, principally diagnostic imaging and oncology.
The postholder will lead scientific MRI and U/S research in the Trustl and undertake collaborative work with associated academic institutions. In collaboration with consultant medical practitioners and leading academics, undertake the implementation of innovative leading-edge clinical MR methods and U/S diagnostic techniques.
The postholder will initiate and provide high quality teaching and training of junior clinical scientists within the national training programs and support the training of Trust staff in the safe use of MRI systems.
The postholder will act as the lead MR Safety Expert (MRSE) to the Trust
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this band.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good (1st or 2nd class) Honours degree in a relevant subject
- Relevant MSc or higher degree
- MR Safety Expert
Desirable
- PhD or equivalent experience in MRI
Experience
Essential
- Advanced experience in the field of MRI Physics
- Line management experience with a significant period of responsibility for scientific and/or technical staff
- Experience of supporting translating innovation in Clinical Protocols/Procedures
- Demonstrable evidence of understanding and experience of professional leadership.
- Proven experience of building and working in partnership with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience of using resources effectively in a challenged environment, budget management and development of business cases
- Experience of effective collaboration with leaders of other health and care disciplines
Desirable
- Experience in providing U/S Physics Support
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth understanding of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines in MRI and U/S Physics
- Highly advanced theoretical and practical expert knowledge of MRI Physics and extensive experience in the field of MRI This includes the knowledge required to act as lead MRSE in a complex Trust
- Highly specialised knowledge of clinical issues and their implications for internal radiation dosimetry purposes
- Knowledge of U/S Physics and principles of Clinical U/S guidance
- High level of understanding of patient and staff risks arising from equipment failure and staff error
- High Level of understanding of Risk Assessment and Risk Management processes and techniques with significant experience in carrying these out
Skills
Essential
- Strategic thinker and organiser with an ability to articulate a clear vision
- Able to prioritise and manage own work
- Able to employ a range of leadership styles to influence and negotiate effectively internally and externally
- Able to support building and leading teams and work effectively as part of a team
- Able to exercise own initiative when dealing with issues within own specialist area of competence
- Able to communicate complex information at postgraduate level to other professional groups.
- Able to present scientific papers at national and international conferences
- Able to train groups of other professional staff
- Able to deliver teaching and training on complex subjects
- Good negotiation skills
- Able to deal with complex and unpredictable situations
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good (1st or 2nd class) Honours degree in a relevant subject
- Relevant MSc or higher degree
- MR Safety Expert
Desirable
- PhD or equivalent experience in MRI
Experience
Essential
- Advanced experience in the field of MRI Physics
- Line management experience with a significant period of responsibility for scientific and/or technical staff
- Experience of supporting translating innovation in Clinical Protocols/Procedures
- Demonstrable evidence of understanding and experience of professional leadership.
- Proven experience of building and working in partnership with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience of using resources effectively in a challenged environment, budget management and development of business cases
- Experience of effective collaboration with leaders of other health and care disciplines
Desirable
- Experience in providing U/S Physics Support
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth understanding of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines in MRI and U/S Physics
- Highly advanced theoretical and practical expert knowledge of MRI Physics and extensive experience in the field of MRI This includes the knowledge required to act as lead MRSE in a complex Trust
- Highly specialised knowledge of clinical issues and their implications for internal radiation dosimetry purposes
- Knowledge of U/S Physics and principles of Clinical U/S guidance
- High level of understanding of patient and staff risks arising from equipment failure and staff error
- High Level of understanding of Risk Assessment and Risk Management processes and techniques with significant experience in carrying these out
Skills
Essential
- Strategic thinker and organiser with an ability to articulate a clear vision
- Able to prioritise and manage own work
- Able to employ a range of leadership styles to influence and negotiate effectively internally and externally
- Able to support building and leading teams and work effectively as part of a team
- Able to exercise own initiative when dealing with issues within own specialist area of competence
- Able to communicate complex information at postgraduate level to other professional groups.
- Able to present scientific papers at national and international conferences
- Able to train groups of other professional staff
- Able to deliver teaching and training on complex subjects
- Good negotiation skills
- Able to deal with complex and unpredictable situations
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.
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).
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.
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).
