Clinical Technologist

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Technologist

The closing date is 22 January 2026

Radiology Physics is part of the Department of Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering. The section has close working relationships with colleagues in Nuclear Medicine, Kent and Medway Communication and Assistive Technology (KM CAT) service and Medical Devices Governance team (MDGT). The department has links with local universities. We are a diverse, vibrant and dynamic department, well-integrated into the Trust and with representation and support at Care Group level.

We provide scientific, technical and regulatory support to X‑ray, ultrasound and laser facilities across the Trust and the NHSBSP in East Kent.

Recent staff surveys have demonstrated that staff in our department feel valued, listened to and supported in their work. There is a fair, inclusive & positive culture within the team.

Training and development are actively encouraged and supported.

We are based in modern, air‑conditioned accommodation with up‑to‑date desktop IT and video‑conferencing facilities, a training room and kitchen area.

Main duties of the job

This role involves carrying out scientific quality control, performance assessments, and safety checks on a wide range of diagnostic imaging equipment, including X‑ray and ultrasound systems. It includes supporting equipment commissioning, providing technical reports and scientific advice, contributing to radiation safety practices, and assisting in staff training. The post also supports departmental quality assurance through accurate record‑keeping, equipment management, software and data work, and participation in health and safety and ISO9001:2015 compliance activities.

About us

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is ‘great healthcare from great people’. Everything we do is guided by our values: ‘People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called ‘We care’. It’s about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day‑to‑day. We’re looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.

Job responsibilities

Carry out scientific quality control and performance assessments on a wide range of diagnostic X‑ray and ultrasound imaging systems using associated test and measuring equipment. Radiological equipment includes digital imaging, computed tomography (CT), interventional and cardiac imaging, mammography and dental imaging.

Carry out, (under supervision where applicable) commissioning, acceptance testing and critical examination of new X‑ray and ultrasound equipment.

Carry out and assess the performance of ultrasound scanners and provide training and advice on optimisation.

To assist with equipment quality control and performance assessments on other non‑ionising imaging equipment as required.

5 Provide written reports and advice to radiology managers, radiographers, radiologists and others. Liaise with manufacturers representatives where necessary.

To assist in the provision of scientific advice to users of medical imaging equipment, within own scope of practice.

To participate in the teaching of other groups of professionals, (e.g. non‑medical referrers, practitioners, operators, RPSs) about issues relating to radiation safety.

To assist with the personal dose monitoring service for all Trust staff occupationally exposed to ionising radiation and to review personal radiation monitoring results, maintaining close links with Radiation Protection Supervisors.

Assist in the training of trainee physicists and technologists.

If required, to act as Radiation Protection Supervisor for the work carried out within Medical Physics.

To maintain safe working practices under the guidance of established protocols, Local Rules, regulations and professional guidelines.

To develop and maintain computerised records, scientific spreadsheets, databases and inventories used by the section; assisting in their validation and full documentation as required by the departments Quality System.

To participate in development of software analysis tools using Microsoft excel.

To respond with the team, under supervision, to emergencies involving radiation.

To work in an efficient, effective and timely manner and to be adaptable to change and comment on procedures or possible service developments.

To assist in the management of test and measurement equipment.

Maintain CPD in accordance with the Register of Clinical Technologists (RCT) or if not yet registered, complete a portfolio and undertake training to apply to be on the IPEM Register of Clinical Technologists (RCT) within an agreed scope‑of‑practice.

To participate as required within the Team and wider Department to support the compliance with ISO9001:2015.

To act as an internal auditor as part of an internal audit programme under ISO9001.

Person Specification

Qualification & Training

• A BSc degree in Physics or closely related subject
• Registered with IPEM Register of Clinical Technologists (RCT)
• Registered with Science Council

Skills & Experience

• Theoretical/practical experience of medical imaging, (especially x‑ray, mammography & ultrasound) equipment.
• Ability to manage own workload
• Ability to prioritise own workload
• Good time management
• Ability to exercise own initiative when dealing with issues within own area of competence
• Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods during unpredictable working patterns, particularly when making extensive sets of measurements.
• Well‑developed problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to produce detailed and accurate written reports
• Present scientific papers at local and regional/national meetings
• Good fundamental computing skills
• Good manual dexterity to enable precise measurements using sophisticated testing equipment.
• Ability to lift medium/heavy test equipment occasionally, greater than 10kg
• Ability to work accurately and quickly, applying scientific methods to resolve complex problems.
• Support the Department to maintain compliance with Health and Safety requirements.
• Good negotiating and influencing skills; able to gain acceptance and agreement in situations where change is needed.
• Previous experience in training or presenting.
• Previous experience with personal dose monitoring for staff.
• Previous experience with calibration of equipment

Governance

• Knowledge of IRR17 and IR(ME)R 2017.
• Knowledge of ISO9001:2015
• Experience of working within a regulated environment.
• Experience in working to ISO9001:2015
• Experience in auditing compliance

Personal/Professional

• To be aware of and aspire to the Trust\’s Vision, Mission and Values.
• Able to work well within a team
• Enthusiastic, self‑motivated, and reliable.
• Have desire and commitment to provide a high‑quality service.
• Willingness to advance own knowledge base

Other

• Evidence of ability to work alongside others in a team, giving and accepting information to deal with tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Work hours necessary for the proper and efficient performance of the work. The department currently provides routine services from Monday to Friday. Staff will be required to work flexibly outside of core hours. Duties include travel to other departments and work on premises of other NHS and non‑NHS organisations that may be outside of the local area.
• Full UK driving licence

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.

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust