About this role
Job summary
Principal Clinical Scientist (MRI Physics), Band 8a
This12-month maternity cover position is an exciting opportunity for a talented clinical scientist to join the The MRI & US Physics team at Barts Health.
We support the Radiology MRI & US services, and are composed of four other full-time MR physicists, one US physicist and two specialist INIR STP trainees.
A key aspect of this role will be aiding the MRI physics team support Clinical Trials and other research projects, and the successful candidate will be encouraged to develop their own research interests. We collaborate with Institutes of the Barts Medical School and other QMUL departments.
Main duties of the job
Barts Radiology currently has 11 MRI scanners across five hospitals and the successful candidate will act as a site Magnetic Resonance Safety Expert (MRSE) and will support the clinical service in collaboration with senior members of the team. There will also be opportunities to cross cover for our Ultrasound Physicist.
This would be an excellent post for a candidate looking to broaden their experience in pursuit of MRSE accreditation, or to develop project management skills by contributing to MRI procurement and replacement projects.
Barts Clinical Physics takes an active role in the STP scheme and the post-holder will actively participate in the INIR training at Barts Health. Although an 8a post, we would be prepared to offer the post at Band 7 to a successful candidate with less experience
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
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 documents, please view the attachment
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this band
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Good (1st or 2nd class) Honours degree in a relevant subject Relevant MSc or higher degree HCPC Registered Clinical Scientist (or will qualify in reasonable time frame)
Desirable
PhD or equivalent experience in MRI or Ultrasound MR Safety Expert
Experience Essential
Advanced experience in the field of MRI Physics SOP / GISP writing Proven experience of building and working in partnership with both internal and external stakeholders. Practical experience of in-vivo MRI scanning
Desirable
Experience in providing U/S Physics Support Experience of supporting translating innovation in Clinical Protocols/Procedures
Knowledge Essential
Specialism in Imaging with non-ionising radiation In-depth understanding of MRI physics and technology In-depth understanding of MRI Safety Higher programming language High Level of understanding of Risk Assessment and Risk Management processes and techniques with significant experience in carrying these out
Desirable
Understanding of US Physics
Skills Essential
Able to write advanced software Experience in delivery of teaching and professional training Post-graduate supervision Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to relate, empathise and effectively communicate with colleagues at all levels and backgrounds
Desirable
Present complex scientific papers to international conferences Post-graduate supervision Experience of US QA and Sonography
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name Barts Health NHS Trust
Address St Bartholomew's Hospital
West Smithfield
London
EC1A 7BE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)