Non-Ionising Radiation Clinical Scientist - INTERNAL

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

PLEASE NOTE: INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Band 8A Non-Ionising Radiation Clinical Scientist

An exciting opportunity is available for a, highly motivated and enthusiastic Clinical Scientist in the Non-Ionising Radiation (NIR) section and to join our friendly and expanding Radiation Protection Department team at RBFT.

The successful applicant will work with a high degree of autonomy to deliver NIR physics services to RBFT.

NIR modalities currently supported include state-of-the-art MRI, ultrasound imaging, lasers, UV & blue light phototherapy and other EMF sources. Opportunities for collaboration & research through the links with University of Reading are actively encouraged.

The Radiation Protection section sits within the growing Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering Department at Royal Berkshire Hospital. Our role is to support the Trust and clients in ionising and non-ionising radiation protection and diagnostic radiology physics.

For non-ionising radiation we provide services for MR, lasers, ultrasound and blue-light and UV. The section currently also supports a Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust, Berkshire Community Dental Service and private sector clients.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide specialist scientific support and advice to medical, clinical, scientific and technical staff on highly complex issues and the interpretation of relevant guidance related to room design, performance testing and safety information.

IN MRI are they will engage in the optimisation of clinical protocols and in the development of translational techniques and procedures in conjunction with clinical colleagues. The post holder will be expected to undertake specific research and development activities as required to improve the quality of service to patients, and keep abreast of new developments in their field.

This will requires close cooperation between a multi-disciplinary team to ensure that patients receive the best medical care possible.

Applicants should be HCPC registered as a Clinical Scientist. Applicants will be encourage to work towards MRSE or LPA certification.

About us

Staff recruited are expected to be available to work flexibly across all our Trust locations to meet service demands.

This advert may be closed early if sufficient applications are received.

Applicants should be HCPC registered as a Clinical Scientist.

Due to the nature of the Section's service delivery a willingness to travel between sites in a timely manner is essential and the post holder should have a valid driving licence.

The Royal Berkshire Foundation Trust sites at Reading are located close to the town Centre with many amenities in easy reach; the heart of London is only 25 minutes by train.

If you are looking for your first leadership position, this could be the opportunity for you as we are pleased to offer comprehensive leadership development support to help you in your new role.

If you are currently working towards becoming an LPA or MRSE certification, we are able to offer an 8a development role into 8b, with supervision from within the partnership, please do contact us to discuss opportunities.

The CQC recently rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.

Our CARE values:Compassionate,Aspirational,Resourceful,Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Date posted

09 December 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

193-6793147PCG

Job locations

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist in the provision of non-ionising physics services to Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust (RBFT), Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust, Berkshire Community Dental Service and private sector clients.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Good (1st or 2nd class) Honours degree in a relevant subject
MSc (PhD in a relevant area of MR is desirable)
IPEM (e.g. Corporate Membership of IPEM)

Registration

Essential

State registration with HCPC as a Clinical Scientist or equivalent experience (a post grad who wants to work towards Route 2/ STP equivalence

Experience

Essential

Expert and specialist knowledge and full understanding of all the areas of legislation, approved codes and good guidance, applicable to the use of magnetic resonance (MR) and ultrasound in clinical areas
Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge and deep understanding of the nature, use, risks and safety of magnetic resonance
Extensive specialist knowledge in the use of specialist physics testing equipment and complex procedures employed to measure the application, performance and safety in MR and other non-ionising radiation equipment
Extensive specialist knowledge in the use of specialist physics testing equipment ant complex procedures employed to measure the application, performance and safety of MR and ultrasound scanners
Experience in interpreting different situations and judging measures required to ensure compliance in areas that relate to the legislation listed above
Strong programming skills
Extensive experience in teaching and training varied groups of staff across a range of medical physics areas and organising courses modules at regional and national level

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Good (1st or 2nd class) Honours degree in a relevant subject
MSc (PhD in a relevant area of MR is desirable)
IPEM (e.g. Corporate Membership of IPEM)

Registration

Essential

State registration with HCPC as a Clinical Scientist or equivalent experience (a post grad who wants to work towards Route 2/ STP equivalence

Experience

Essential

Expert and specialist knowledge and full understanding of all the areas of legislation, approved codes and good guidance, applicable to the use of magnetic resonance (MR) and ultrasound in clinical areas
Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge and deep understanding of the nature, use, risks and safety of magnetic resonance
Extensive specialist knowledge in the use of specialist physics testing equipment and complex procedures employed to measure the application, performance and safety in MR and other non-ionising radiation equipment
Extensive specialist knowledge in the use of specialist physics testing equipment ant complex procedures employed to measure the application, performance and safety of MR and ultrasound scanners
Experience in interpreting different situations and judging measures required to ensure compliance in areas that relate to the legislation listed above
Strong programming skills
Extensive experience in teaching and training varied groups of staff across a range of medical physics areas and organising courses modules at regional and national level

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.