Apprentice Clinical Technologist

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust; Colchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Une opportunité unique d'apprentissage en tant que Clinical Technologist est offerte, impliquant une formation pratique et théorique en santé. Les candidats doivent avoir des qualifications pertinentes, y compris GCSE et A-level en matières scientifiques. Ce rôle dynamique au sein de l'NHS sera centré sur la sécurité radiologique et l'imagerie physique.

Benefits

Formation complète

Options de travail flexibles

Retraite généreuse

Jours de congé annuels (27 jours, pro-rata)

Remises NHS

Qualifications

• Formation en BSc (Hons) en Sciences de la Santé avec UWE Bristol.
• Apprenti dans le domaine technique des sciences cliniques.
• Critères d'apprentissage en fonction des qualifications GCSE et A-level.

Responsibilities

• Effectuer des tests d'assurance qualité sur des équipements de radiographie.
• Assister dans l'évaluation de la sécurité radiologique.
• Collaborer avec des équipes multidisciplinaires sur des projets techniques.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Radiation Safety

Collaboration

Education

GCSE C/4 or above in Maths and English

A-level C or above in a relevant STEM subject

Job description

We are recruiting for a rare and exciting opportunity to join our friendly and dedicated team as an apprenticeship to become a Clinical Technologist - Radiation Safety & Imaging Physics.

You will undertake a professionally accredited 3-year BSc (Hons) Degree in Healthcare Science (Medical Physics Technology) specializing in Radiation Physics with the University of West of England in Bristol. The course involves majority distance learning with three five-day blocks at UWE Bristol each year, starting September 2025. Upon successful completion, you will be eligible for entry on the professional register for clinical technologists (RCT).

Applicants must meet apprenticeship criteria, including: GCSE C/4 or above in Maths and English, and A-level C or above in a relevant STEM subject or equivalent. (See the university website link for other acceptable qualifications.)

Radiation Safety and Imaging Physics provides scientific support services for users of ionising radiation, including X-Ray, CT, Radiotherapy, and Nuclear Medicine. Your role will include supporting the team of Clinical Scientists by working on diagnostic radiology equipment testing, radiation safety assessments, and managing radioactive materials.

You will work across our hospital sites, including Colchester and Ipswich Hospitals, with occasional visits to community sites.

Salary will be Band 5 Annex 21: Year 1 (£24,567) at 65% of top Band 5, Year 2 (£26,457) at 70%, and Year 3 (£28,347) at 75%. Internal applicants will be via Annex 30.

For this apprenticeship, you will spend approximately one day a week on online studies, with the remaining time on-the-job training to develop your skills as a Clinical Technologist.

The degree program combines face-to-face, work-based, and online learning, blending directed and independent study.

On-the-Job Training Responsibilities:

• Perform Quality Assurance tests and produce performance reports on diagnostic radiography and non-ionising radiation equipment.
• Assist with radiation safety assessments.
• Support the technical and scientific work of the service, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Help in the commissioning and acceptance testing of new radiographic equipment.
• Assist with managing personal dosimetry for the Trust.
• Support work with radioactive materials, including accurate record-keeping.

We are ESNEFT, providing hospital and community health services to nearly one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our staff deliver care from hospitals, community clinics, and in patients’ homes.

We employ over 12,000 staff and offer extensive training, flexible working options, a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave (pro-rata), and NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing program offers various services.

Our philosophy is 'Time Matters,' focusing on improving processes and removing delays for staff and patients. We are investing in digital transformation with Epic, a leading electronic patient record system, to enhance hospital life for staff and patients.

If you are passionate about patient care and eager to develop your skills and knowledge, we want to hear from you.

Learn more about living and working here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkPu7HphU8A

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Edwina Faulkner

Job Title: Head of Radiation Safety & Imaging Physics

Email: [e-mail]

Telephone: [phone]