Job summary
The Radiation Physics Section in Swansea Bay University Health Board is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Clinical Scientist to join our expanding team.
Radiation Physics provides scientific support and expert advice in X-ray 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 covering a population of approximately 950,000.
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 based at Singleton Hospital in Swansea. The Department has strong links with the adjacent Swansea University and offers accredited training for Clinical Scientists and Practitioners.
Main duties of the job
To be eligible, you must either be a Clinical Scientist registered with the HCPC, or be in the final year of STP/Route 2 training and expect to achieve registration within the next 6 months. If you are currently a trainee and are successful at interview you will be made a provisional offer on condition of successful completion of training. While it would be advantageous if a substantial part of your training was in Radiation Safety and Diagnostic Radiology, achieved through the STP or Route 2 training pathways, we would welcome applications from all those interested in a career in Radiation Safety & Diagnostic Radiology who may have originally specialised in other areas.
You will contribute to the delivery of the Section's X-ray equipment quality assurance and optimisation programme with the aim of assisting Swansea Bay University Health Board and its external customers to meet their statutory requirement to keep radiation doses to staff, patients and the public as low as reasonably practicable. In addition, the successful applicant will provide close support to the Radiation Protection Advisers and Medical Physics Experts within the Section, andcontribute to a range of high quality teaching and training programmes in relation to radiation safety and diagnostic radiology physics.
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
The Radiation Physics Section in Swansea Bay University Health Board is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Clinical Scientist to join our expanding team.
Radiation Physics provides expert scientific support and advice in X-ray 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 covering a population of approximately 950,000.
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 based at Singleton Hospital in Swansea. The Department has strong links with the adjacent Swansea University and offers accredited training for Clinical Scientists and Practitioners.
To be eligible, you must either be a Clinical Scientist registered with the HCPC, or be in the final year of STP/Route 2 training and expect to achieve registration in 2023. If you are currently a trainee and are successful at interview you will be made a provisional offer on condition of successful completion of training. A substantial part of your training must have been in Radiation Safety and Diagnostic Radiology which will typically have been achieved through the STP Radiation Safety or Imaging with Ionising Radiation Specialisms but may also have been achieved at Route 2 level in another Radiation Protection department.
You will contribute to the delivery of the Sections X-ray equipment quality assurance and optimisation programme with the aim of assisting Swansea Bay University Health Board and its external customers to meet their statutory requirement to keep radiation doses to staff, patients and the public as low as reasonably practicable. In addition, the successful applicant will provide close support to the Radiation Protection Advisers and Medical Physics Experts within the Section, andcontribute to a range of high quality teaching and training programmes in relation to radiation safety and diagnostic radiology physics.
You will be based at Singleton Hospital which overlooks Swansea Bay and is close to the picturesque fishing village of Mumbles. The city is situated at the gateway to the Gower peninsula offering incredible views, unrivalled walking and some of the UKs best beaches. Swansea is a great place to live with excellent transport links, affordable housing and a recently opened state of the art 3,500 seater entertainment arena and work already underway on the development of a nearby retail complex.
Due to the nature of our service delivery a valid UK driving license and willingness to travel between sites is essential.
While the ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post English and Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Radiation Physics Section in Swansea Bay University Health Board is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Clinical Scientist to join our expanding team.
Radiation Physics provides expert scientific support and advice in X-ray 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 covering a population of approximately 950,000.
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 based at Singleton Hospital in Swansea. The Department has strong links with the adjacent Swansea University and offers accredited training for Clinical Scientists and Practitioners.
To be eligible, you must either be a Clinical Scientist registered with the HCPC, or be in the final year of STP/Route 2 training and expect to achieve registration in 2023. If you are currently a trainee and are successful at interview you will be made a provisional offer on condition of successful completion of training. A substantial part of your training must have been in Radiation Safety and Diagnostic Radiology which will typically have been achieved through the STP Radiation Safety or Imaging with Ionising Radiation Specialisms but may also have been achieved at Route 2 level in another Radiation Protection department.
You will contribute to the delivery of the Sections X-ray equipment quality assurance and optimisation programme with the aim of assisting Swansea Bay University Health Board and its external customers to meet their statutory requirement to keep radiation doses to staff, patients and the public as low as reasonably practicable. In addition, the successful applicant will provide close support to the Radiation Protection Advisers and Medical Physics Experts within the Section, andcontribute to a range of high quality teaching and training programmes in relation to radiation safety and diagnostic radiology physics.
You will be based at Singleton Hospital which overlooks Swansea Bay and is close to the picturesque fishing village of Mumbles. The city is situated at the gateway to the Gower peninsula offering incredible views, unrivalled walking and some of the UKs best beaches. Swansea is a great place to live with excellent transport links, affordable housing and a recently opened state of the art 3,500 seater entertainment arena and work already underway on the development of a nearby retail complex.
Due to the nature of our service delivery a valid UK driving license and willingness to travel between sites is essential.
While the ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post English and Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Knowledge
Essential
- Good Honours degree in physical science
- MSc in Medical Physics or equivalent
- Registration with HCPC as a Clinical Scientist
- Good knowledge of X-ray imaging physics
- Good knowledge of ionising radiation protection legislation and guidance
- Good knowledge of performance assessment of a wide range of X-ray imaging equipment.
- Basic knowledge of radiological clinical techniques
Desirable
- PhD or equivalent evidence of research training or experience
- Corporate membership of IPEM or other equivalent professional body
Experience
Essential
- Experience in medical physics, the majority of which in X-ray imaging physics
- Performance assessment of X-ray imaging units and ancillary equipment
Desirable
- Teaching experience at post graduate level
- Peer reviewed publications
- Supervision of other staff and/or students
- Presentation of work at scientific meetings
Aptitude / Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good at problem solving and decision making strategies
- Good organisational abilities and time management
- Ability to manage resources effectively including conflicting work demands by being adept at prioritising tasks
- Ability to supervise the work of junior staff
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications / Knowledge
Essential
- Good Honours degree in physical science
- MSc in Medical Physics or equivalent
- Registration with HCPC as a Clinical Scientist
- Good knowledge of X-ray imaging physics
- Good knowledge of ionising radiation protection legislation and guidance
- Good knowledge of performance assessment of a wide range of X-ray imaging equipment.
- Basic knowledge of radiological clinical techniques
Desirable
- PhD or equivalent evidence of research training or experience
- Corporate membership of IPEM or other equivalent professional body
Experience
Essential
- Experience in medical physics, the majority of which in X-ray imaging physics
- Performance assessment of X-ray imaging units and ancillary equipment
Desirable
- Teaching experience at post graduate level
- Peer reviewed publications
- Supervision of other staff and/or students
- Presentation of work at scientific meetings
Aptitude / Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good at problem solving and decision making strategies
- Good organisational abilities and time management
- Ability to manage resources effectively including conflicting work demands by being adept at prioritising tasks
- Ability to supervise the work of junior staff
Desirable
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).
