Job summary
Radiation Physics are looking to recruit a new Head of Diagnostic Radiology Physics to lead and develop the scientific support to Diagnostic Imaging departments across Kent and the South East.
The scientific and leadership expertise provided by the post-holder is crucial to the safe and clinically effective delivery of the radiation protection and diagnostic radiology services provided by Radiation Physics.
You will act as an accredited MPE in diagnostic radiology in addition to being an accredited RPA, and RWA or LPA (ideally we are looking for two of these certifications but will support you to obtain these within an agreed timescale).
Main duties of the job
The role requires you to deliver a high-level of scientific and leadership expertise that directly impacts on the safety of our staff, patients and visitors to the Trust.
You will be proactive in engaging with staff throughout the organisation to ensure that radiation safety is foremost and that we are delivering the required service levels.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital Trust in the county of Kent.
The Trust provides a full range of general hospital services and some areas of specialist complex care to around 500,000 people living in the south part of West Kent and the north part of East Sussex.
The Trust's core catchment areas are Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells and their surrounding boroughs. We work from two main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. Tunbridge Wells Hospital opened in 2011 and provides single rooms with en-suites for all in-patients - the first of its kind in the country.
We employ over 6,500 full and part-time staff in a huge range of clinical and non-clinical roles across both of our hospital sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Standard level.
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Standard level.
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Person Specification
Qualifi
Essential
- HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist
- MPE Certification and 4 years experience as an MPE
- RPA Certification
- LPA or RWA Certification
- Relevant MSc
Experience / Knowledge
Essential
- Significant experience acting as an MPE in diagnostic radiology physics (min 4 years)
- Advanced knowledge of imaging physics (CT, Fluoro, angio, mammography etc)
- Specialist knowledge of radiation physics
- High level of understanding of patient and staff risks arising from equipment failure, procedural errors and radioactive sources.
- Knowledge of management and human resource issues at Diploma level or equivalent (sufficient to manage a multi-disciplinary team of specialists).
- Advanced knowledge of clinical procedures and practices in radiology and their implications for radiation physics practice.
Skills
Essential
- Able to manage and develop others in a multi-disciplinary team effectively
- Able to understand and manage a budget and prepare effective business cases.
- Able to act as a Trust expert in areas of specialist expertise
- Good time management skills
- Able to exercise own initiative when dealing with issues within own specialist area of competence.
Person Specification
Qualifi
Essential
- HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist
- MPE Certification and 4 years experience as an MPE
- RPA Certification
- LPA or RWA Certification
- Relevant MSc
Experience / Knowledge
Essential
- Significant experience acting as an MPE in diagnostic radiology physics (min 4 years)
- Advanced knowledge of imaging physics (CT, Fluoro, angio, mammography etc)
- Specialist knowledge of radiation physics
- High level of understanding of patient and staff risks arising from equipment failure, procedural errors and radioactive sources.
- Knowledge of management and human resource issues at Diploma level or equivalent (sufficient to manage a multi-disciplinary team of specialists).
- Advanced knowledge of clinical procedures and practices in radiology and their implications for radiation physics practice.
Skills
Essential
- Able to manage and develop others in a multi-disciplinary team effectively
- Able to understand and manage a budget and prepare effective business cases.
- Able to act as a Trust expert in areas of specialist expertise
- Good time management skills
- Able to exercise own initiative when dealing with issues within own specialist area of competence.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
