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 have membership of the Voluntary Register of Clinical Technologists, or an appropriate HCPC registration.
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 assisting with the personal dosimetry programme, environmental monitoring and radiation risk assessments.
Previous applicants need not apply.
A full UK driving license is essential for this post. 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.
The post holder will primarily carry out Quality Assurance tests on x-ray equipment, analyse the results and produce a written report. In this respect the holder is required to follow Departmental procedures and protocols but is managed, not supervised. This work will need to be carried out independently or sometimes as working as part of a team.
The post holder will also take part in the other activities of the department: Carrying out other tests and measurements in both diagnostic x-ray physics and radiation protection; preparation of survey reports; support the administration of the personal dosimetry program; assist with the booking of equipment and environmental surveys; support staff training; and support the quality management system.
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. P 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.
Independently undertake equipment performance and radiation protection surveys, alone or with a colleague, following clearly defined operating procedures in line with the quality management system. This will involve accurate positioning and methodical use of test objects. This will cover the full range of X-ray imaging equipment. It includes:
a. Commissioning of new equipment
b. Routine quality control on existing installations o Investigation of faults on existing installations
c. Calibration of patient dose measuring equipment
d. Checking the radiation protection of the installation
Analyse the results of equipment performance measurements and write reports detailing the findings and recommending any action required
Maintain accurate records using Excel and Access, e.g. results from testing, details of equipment
Calibrating x-ray dose measuring equipment
To carry out the function testing of equipment used in the quality control of diagnostic x-ray equipment and in ionising radiation protection.
To carry out, under supervision, the assessment of patient doses in diagnostic radiology.
To carry out, under supervision, the measurement of environmental radiation doses and activities.
To support the training of all types of staff, in the field of diagnostic radiological physics and ionising radiation protection, in small groups.
To supervise less experienced staff members in respect to undertaking equipment QA or radiation protection surveys as part of their training.
To provide, under supervision, support to managers and staff, throughout all the organisations served, in the areas of diagnostic radiology quality assurance and ionising radiation protection; and to comment on proposed changes to related procedures.
To assist with radiation protection surveys and risk assessments in:
a) all areas related to the diagnostic use of x-rays;
b) all areas of radiotherapy;
To assist with the administration of the personal dosimetry program.
To assist with the booking of equipment QA tests and surveys.
To take part in the evaluation of new diagnostic x-ray and radiation measurement equipment.
Collaborate with other members of the department group in the improvement and development of test protocols.
Proactively share learning within the team and take part in meetings attended
Follow the appropriate key work instructions, risk assessments and systems of work and ensure direct supervision of those you are responsible for until they are competent.
To keep up to date in relevant areas of diagnostic radiological physics and radiation protection
To maintain professional registration.
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
