Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join the radiation protection team as a Diagnostic Medical Physicist (or someone close to achieving this or wishing to train to become one).
We have the potential for part time working or annualised hours!
You will carry out the usual duties and role associated with this responsibility including carrying out and supervising QC of x-ray equipment.
You carry out the roles and duties as specified in the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017.
There is a lot of scope for development within the role and the team if interested.
Main duties of the job
- Carry out Diagnostic Medical Physicist role for Diagnostic Imaging work carried out across the Mid and South Essex Group (MSE).
- Assist in routine diagnostic quality assurance and control across the MSE.
- Provide Diagnostic Medical Physics input into the Alliance Medical PET-CT facility sited at Southend Hospital and others as directed.
- Develop additional skills / train other staff creating resilience in the team.
- Develop skills or offer support within the fields of MRI and Laser protection
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress
Job description
Job responsibilities
As expected of a senior role the candidate would be expected to take responsibility for QC of equipment, supervise and train other team members.
This includes incident management, research applications, protocol development etc.
They would be expected to attend relevant meetings and represent the team when required.
For futher details please refer to the attached JD
Job description
Job responsibilities
As expected of a senior role the candidate would be expected to take responsibility for QC of equipment, supervise and train other team members.
This includes incident management, research applications, protocol development etc.
They would be expected to attend relevant meetings and represent the team when required.
For futher details please refer to the attached JD
Person Specification
Professional
Essential
- On the RPA2000 list of Diagnostic MPEs
- Experience in role of diagnostic MPE or ready to qualify
Desirable
- Experience of QC of x-ray equipment
- Experience of developing protocols and work instructions
- Experience of training, presenting, representing departments at meetings
- First degree in physics or equivalent
Educational
Essential
- Degree in physics or equivalent
- Masters degree in medical or radiation physics or equivalent
Professional
Essential
- On the HPC register of clinical scientists
Person Specification
Professional
Essential
- On the RPA2000 list of Diagnostic MPEs
- Experience in role of diagnostic MPE or ready to qualify
Desirable
- Experience of QC of x-ray equipment
- Experience of developing protocols and work instructions
- Experience of training, presenting, representing departments at meetings
- First degree in physics or equivalent
Educational
Essential
- Degree in physics or equivalent
- Masters degree in medical or radiation physics or equivalent
Professional
Essential
- On the HPC register of clinical scientists
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).
