Principal Clinical Scientist, Radiology PhysicsBand 8bMain area: Medical Physics Grade Band 8b
Contract: Permanent
Hours:
Full timeFlexible working37.5 hours per weekJob ref: 344-0875DCB
Site: Kent and Canterbury Hospital
Town: Canterbury
Salary: £62,215 - £72,293 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 01/01/2025 23:59
Job overviewRadiology Physics is part of the expanding Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering Department, committed to providing a high quality, safe and effective service.
We offer opportunities for career development and progression within a vibrant, progressive and supportive team.
We provide scientific, technical and regulatory support to X-ray, ultrasound and laser facilities across the Trust.
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.
The current team comprises 10 members of staff, including clinical scientists, clinical technologists, a medical physics radiographer and technical administrator.
Main duties of the jobProvide specialised scientific, technical and regulatory expertise to the Trust and other organisations.Plan and manage workload and projects; prioritising work appropriately.Work with the Radiology Physics Team Lead to provide a safe, efficient and effective service.Act as at least two of the following three statutory roles:Medical Physics Expert (MPE)Radiation Protection Adviser (RPA)Radioactive Waste Adviser (RWA)Support the chair of the Trust Radiation Advisory Committee by implementing and auditing legislation and other relevant guidance in radiation protection.Play a key role in teaching, training and developing staff.Initiate and participate in research and development.Be accountable for the work of staff and students who they are supervising.Maintain RPA, MPE, RWA accreditation in accordance with legislation.Working for our organisationWe are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, serving a local population of around 800,000 people.
Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'.
We are looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Person specificationQualifications and TrainingMSc in a relevant subjectMIPEMHCPC Registration as Clinical ScientistMPE, RPA and RWA CertificationPhD in relevant fieldCSciManagement TrainingClinical Skills and ExperienceExtensive experience in diagnostic radiology physics and radiation protectionAbility to communicate effectively at all levelsAbility to prioritise and manage own workAbility to supervise and manage staffAbility to exercise own initiativeHighly developed manual dexterityAbility to work accurately and quicklyRecord of Scientific publications in relevant peer-reviewed journalsProject management experienceGovernanceReport to the Trust Radiation Advisory Committee.Support the Medical Physics Governance Groups.Personal/professional attributesReliable, punctual, flexibleGood interpersonal skillsAbility to motivate self and othersAbility to work effectively within a teamOther RequirementsTo adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and ValuesAbility to lift medium/heavy test equipment occasionallyWe encourage applications as soon as possible as we may close this advert once sufficient applications have been received.
We only accept online applications.
If you have any difficulty with this please contact our Resourcing Team.
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