Radiation Physics at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust seeks a Principal Clinical Scientist for its Diagnostic Radiology and Radiation Safety sections, which protect patients, visitors and staff from ionising and non-ionising radiation. The work centres on specialist MPE and LPA advice, quality assurance of imaging equipment including CT and mammography, and site lead duties. The post also involves teaching trainee and aspiring Healthcare Scientists. HCPC registration is required, with MPE, LPA or RPA certification held or expected within 12 months.
What the job involves
- Provide high-quality scientific support to the Trust and external partners
- Provide specialist MPE and LPA advice to the Trust and external partners
- Act as site lead for one or more hospital sites
- Contribute to the quality assurance programme for CT, mammography (including two NHSBSP services), general X-ray, angiography and fluoroscopy
- Develop and maintain local rules, risk assessments and radiation safety documentation for X-rays and lasers
- Teach and train staff across the UK, including STP trainees and those on alternative Healthcare Scientist pathways
- Give specialist guidance on legislation, national standards and compliance
- Carry the responsibilities of an Operator under IR(ME)R
What’s required
Qualifications
- 1st or 2nd class Honours degree in physics or a related subject
- Relevant accredited MSc and/or higher degree
- Certification as an MPE, LPA or RPA (at least one)
Registration & licences
- HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist
Experience
- Experience of supervising and training staff, including on recognised training programmes
Skills & knowledge
- Expert knowledge of ultrasound and laser radiation
- Expert knowledge of diagnostic radiology physics
- Specialist knowledge of radiation protection and the risks to patients and staff
- High-level understanding of risks from ionising and non-ionising radiation and from equipment failure
- Communicating highly complex information to non-specialists at all levels
- Independently auditing legislative compliance for lasers, X-ray facilities and under IR(ME)R
Other
- Self-managing and managing others
- Using own initiative within own area of specialist competence
- Working knowledge of diagnostic image networks
Nice to have
- Working towards certification as an LPA, MPE or RPA
- Corporate membership of IPEM or SRP (MSRP or MIPEM)
- Specialist knowledge of MR
- Experience of teaching, training and supervising others
- Understanding of HR policies and procedures
What’s offered
- At least 27 days' annual leave plus public and bank holidays, pro rata for part-time staff
- NHS Pension Scheme with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance
- Blue Light card eligibility
- Support to reach full potential, including personal study time
- Flexible working arrangements, with adjustments to hours considered
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Principal Clinical Scientist - Radiation Safety, Diagnostic Radiology employer: The Methodist Church in Britain
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