About this role
Job summary
Radiology Physics provides specialist clinical and non-clinical scientific and technical services in diagnostic radiology physics and the ionising radiation protection of patients, staff and the general public to the Trust and to client health care organisations throughout the region.
Applications are invited for this full time post in Radiology Physics. Suitable candidates will preferably have attained HCPC registration, however candidates who are close to achieving state registration will also be considered for appointment at a lower grade in the first instance.
Please be advised that a trainee candidate will be considered if a successful band 7 candidate is not appointed. If appointed as a traineeyou will be paid at 60% of Band 7 salary (Annex 21) until in competencies are achieved. This would be expected to take up to 4 years.
A full UK driving license is essential for this role. Please note that an international driving license is not accepted.
Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.
Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will join a team of Clinical Scientists and Technicians led by a Consultant Clinical Scientist. The post holder would be involved in our diagnostic x-ray quality assurance programme and support radiation protection across x-ray, nuclear medicine, and external beam radiotherapy. The role will also involve teaching, patient dose measurement, protection surveys and research.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job description Job responsibilities
Undertake evaluation tests, commissioning tests and quality control measurements on a wide range of x-ray equipment, to ensure that it is safe to use on patients and is capable of providing the required clinical information. Provide written reports and advice to radiology managers, radiographers, radiologists and others. Liaise with manufacturers representatives where necessary. Undertake the assessment of patient dose and dose audits. To balance radiation dose and image quality, investigate reasons for unusual patient images or equipment faults and determine the best course of action. To consider different procedures and how they will affect the patient. To assist with the resolution of any problems that may arise. Assist in providing scientific and technical support to radiology departments, Radiology Managers and other users of x-ray equipment, including matters such as compliance with the regulations and equipment specifications and procurement of high capital value complex clinical equipment. To assist with equipment quality control surveys on other non-ionising imaging equipment as required.
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
oGood honours degree in appropriate physical science oHigher degree (MSc or equivalent) oHCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist
Desirable
oMembership of IPEM or other equivalent professional body
Experience Essential
oExperience of working in a healthcare environment, working as part of a team and working to deadlines.
Desirable
oExperience via STP specialism in radiology physics or radiation protection or IPEM route II in radiology physics/radiation protection.
Knowledge Essential
oPostgraduate level knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice of Radiation Physics.
Desirable
oSpecialist knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice Radiation Protection and Diagnostic Radiology Physics. oBasic knowledge of practice in departments of: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Radiotherapy.
Skills Essential
oGood computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) oClear and articulate communicator oGood interpersonal skills Scientific report writing
Desirable
oAdvanced computer applications such as image analysis and processing oAbility to produce good publications in scientific journals and conference presentations
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential
oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience
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 University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)