Head of Radiology Physics

Job overview

• Are you a  Clinical Scientist with MPE and RPA accreditations and a background in providing scientific leadership and support to Radiology Physics?
• We are looking for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking individual who can bring fresh ideas and help shape the future of our service.
• Radiology Physics is part of the Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering Department, which has a high profile within the Trust and is building networks with other Trusts and Universities. We support a wide range of Diagnostic Radiology facilities, including CT, Mammography, Cardiac and the Kent Interventional Radiology Centre. The team also supports ultrasound, laser and UV safety
• Committed to providing a high quality, safe and effective service, we are able to offer opportunities for career development and progression within a vibrant, progressive and supportive team
• Staff surveys consistently show that our department is a great place to work. Wellbeing is embedded in our culture. We have a strong track-record for supporting people to gain qualifications, registrations and accreditations. Involvement in professional activities is actively encouraged
• If you are motivated by innovation, collaboration, and the opportunity to help drive the future of Radiology Physics, please get in touch.
• Please Note: MPE accreditation is essential for this role. If you are an MPE who is close to submitting a portfolio for RPA accreditation we would be keen to hear from you

Main duties of the job

Helping to ensure that a safe and effective Radiology.

Physics service is provided to the East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust (EKHUFT).

The delegated day-to-day scientific, technical, clinical and regulatory aspects of the Radiology Physics service.

The delegated day-to-day managerial aspects of the Radiology Physics service, in conjunction with the operational lead

Being the lead Medical Physics Expert under the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017 (IR(ME)R 2017) for Diagnostic Radiology, leading the equipment assessment program, including specification, acceptance testing, commissioning, quality assurance and optimisation of complex imaging equipment, acting with a high degree of autonomy when dealing with varied and specialist issues.

Leading on the investigation of complex radiation dosimetry issues and advising on the associated risks.

Calculating dose and risk in the event of planned, unintended or accidental exposures including to the unborn child, and advising clinicians.

Providing / overseeing specialist radiation protection teaching and training to a range of staff groups and being the training lead for STP and Route 2 within the section.

Being an appointed Radiation Protection Adviser (RPA) under the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017 (IRR 2017) to EKHUFT.

Improving the delivery of the Radiology Physics services and conducting research and development.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in ‘Documents to download’.

If you have any further queries please don’t hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.