Job summary
Applications are invited for the position of Clinical Technologist Team Lead in Diagnostic Radiology and Radiation Protection within the expanding Radiation Physics team here in Swansea.
Applicants should hold a degree in a physical science together with a postgraduate qualification in medical physics or equivalent level of knowledge. Candidates should also hold appropriate registration (e.g. RCT/AHCS Practitioner register/ HCPC Radiographer) or be eligible to apply for registration.
Applications are also invited from experienced Clinical Technologists that could achieve registration within 12 months of taking up the post. Theseapplications will be managed under Annex 21 of A4C pay arrangements.
The team provide scientific support and expert advice in diagnostic radiology physics, radiation protection, radioactive waste management, and radiation emergency planning to Swansea Bay University Health Board and a number of other establishments throughout South-West Wales.
We are one of the major radiation physics service providers in NHS Wales and form part of a large, modern and well-integrated Department of Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering. The Department has strong links with the adjacent Swansea University and offers accredited training for Clinical Scientists and Practitioners.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for the planning, organisation and delivery of technical aspects of our X-ray equipment quality assurance programme and radiation protection services for the Health Board and its external customers. You will act as the professional lead for the technical staff in the group, providing day-to-day management.
Due to the nature of our service delivery a willingness to travel between sites and therefore a current UK driving license would be essential.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Honours degree or equivalent in Physics or Physical Science
- MSc in Medical Physics or equivalent level of knowledge
- Listed on Register for Clinical Technologists (or eligible to be on register)
- Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of diagnostic X-ray equipment QA procedures
- Knowledge of relevant radiation protection legislation and guidance including IRR17 and IR(ME)R
Desirable
- Working towards or holding a management qualification (NVQ in management)
- Knowledge of the physics of imaging with ionising radiation and radiation detectors.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience of working in radiation protection in diagnostic radiology within the NHS
- Performance assessment of a wide range of diagnostic X-ray equipment
- Operating X-ray measuring equipment
Desirable
- Managing or supervising junior staff and/or trainees
- Managing a specialist area
- Working with thermoluminescent dosimetry systems
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Good spoken and written English and numeric skills
- Excellent team-working skills and ability to work independently.
- High level of physical skills with ability to perform scientific work, including measurement and adjustment with a high degree of accuracy and precision on highly complex patient-critical X-ray equipment
- Able to manage the work of individual staff
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel between sites and transport heavy equipment (e.g. test phantoms) up to 20kg so will need to possess a valid UK driving licence.
- Able to work flexible hours, participating in extended day working, out of hours for QA etc.
- Able to stand or walk for substantial periods of time
- Able to stand or walk for substantial periods of time
- Able to push/pull trolleys or similar
- Able to work alone and unsupervised
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Honours degree or equivalent in Physics or Physical Science
- MSc in Medical Physics or equivalent level of knowledge
- Listed on Register for Clinical Technologists (or eligible to be on register)
- Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of diagnostic X-ray equipment QA procedures
- Knowledge of relevant radiation protection legislation and guidance including IRR17 and IR(ME)R
Desirable
- Working towards or holding a management qualification (NVQ in management)
- Knowledge of the physics of imaging with ionising radiation and radiation detectors.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience of working in radiation protection in diagnostic radiology within the NHS
- Performance assessment of a wide range of diagnostic X-ray equipment
- Operating X-ray measuring equipment
Desirable
- Managing or supervising junior staff and/or trainees
- Managing a specialist area
- Working with thermoluminescent dosimetry systems
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Good spoken and written English and numeric skills
- Excellent team-working skills and ability to work independently.
- High level of physical skills with ability to perform scientific work, including measurement and adjustment with a high degree of accuracy and precision on highly complex patient-critical X-ray equipment
- Able to manage the work of individual staff
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel between sites and transport heavy equipment (e.g. test phantoms) up to 20kg so will need to possess a valid UK driving licence.
- Able to work flexible hours, participating in extended day working, out of hours for QA etc.
- Able to stand or walk for substantial periods of time
- Able to stand or walk for substantial periods of time
- Able to push/pull trolleys or similar
- Able to work alone and unsupervised
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).
Additional information
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).
