Job summary
We are looking for a diagnostic physicist with extensive experience and a strong background in QA and radiation safety to work within the Radiological Sciences Unit at Imperial College Healthcare NHST. The successful candidate will join a team of 10 physicists delivering scientific and technical support services to ICHNT and a number of external organisations.
The successful candidate will act as the lead Medical Physics Expertfor specified areas of work as well as being involved in all other aspects of the section's work relating to diagnostic radiology and radiation protection.
RSU provides a broad range of clinical service support, teaching and research in all imaging modalities. The post holder is therefore expected to play a lead role in procurement, acceptance, commissioning and routine quality assurance on all types of diagnostic equipment. They are also expected to have some teaching background as they will be supporting STP training and lecturing at MSc level.
Applicants must be HCPC registered with significant experience in diagnostic radiology physics and able to fulfill the role of MPE in Diagnostic Radiology by having an MPE Certificate of Competence (RPA2000). Applicants without certification should be in a position to submit a portfolio within 3 months. Applicants with less experience but the right qualities may be considered for appointment at a lower level until MPE certification is gained.
Main duties of the job
- Act as Radiological Physicist with regard to x-ray imaging modalities and to actively develop physics services for these modalities within the trust and SLA customers.
- Plan organise and provide annual QA, performance assessment, auditing and radiation protection related to radiological physics in support of diagnostic x-ray equipment in agreement with the Head of Radiological Physics and in line with the Head of the RSU. This requires high precision complex measurements, which could result in the restriction of clinical service.
- Fulfil the role of Medical Physics Expert for the Trust and key SLA customers.
- Carry out Critical Examination, Acceptance and Commissioning testing as delegated by RPA and troubleshooting of a large number of different complex x-ray imaging modalities, systems and associated software in the Trust and to SLA customers.
- Providing detailed reports on the results, making suggestions and giving advice or complex, highly specialised scientific information.
- Carry out environmental, staff and patient dose surveys as delegated by the RPA.
- Participate in procurement projects where appropriate.
- Provide highly specialised x-ray systems support and troubleshooting service to the Trust and for SLA customers.
- Provide day-to-day supervision of trainee Clinical Scientists and junior radiological physicists.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education / Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Honours degree in a relevant subject
- MSc in Medical Physics or equivalent
- Recognition as a Medical Physics Expert (MPE)
Desirable
- RPA 2000 accreditation as an RPA or working towards RPA 2000 accreditation as an RPA
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of all areas of radiation protection legislation in healthcare and biomedical research
- Specialist training and practical experience in a wide range of Radiological equipment
- Good computer skills with Microsoft Office specifically Word & Excel)
- Self-motivated/ability for problem solving and decision making
- Good communication skills
Desirable
- Experience of computer programming e.g. ImageJ.
- Knowledge of wider clinical issues and their implications
Experience
Essential
- Proven competence and experience to act as a Medical Physics Expert under IRMER
- Experience in interpreting different situations and judging measures required to ensure compliance in areas that relate to the legislation listed above
- In-depth understanding of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines
Desirable
- Teaching at a postgraduate level
Person Specification
Education / Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Honours degree in a relevant subject
- MSc in Medical Physics or equivalent
- Recognition as a Medical Physics Expert (MPE)
Desirable
- RPA 2000 accreditation as an RPA or working towards RPA 2000 accreditation as an RPA
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of all areas of radiation protection legislation in healthcare and biomedical research
- Specialist training and practical experience in a wide range of Radiological equipment
- Good computer skills with Microsoft Office specifically Word & Excel)
- Self-motivated/ability for problem solving and decision making
- Good communication skills
Desirable
- Experience of computer programming e.g. ImageJ.
- Knowledge of wider clinical issues and their implications
Experience
Essential
- Proven competence and experience to act as a Medical Physics Expert under IRMER
- Experience in interpreting different situations and judging measures required to ensure compliance in areas that relate to the legislation listed above
- In-depth understanding of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines
Desirable
- Teaching at a postgraduate 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.
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).
