Clinical Scientist in Imaging & Radiation Protection

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is seeking a Clinical Scientist in Imaging & Radiation Protection. The role involves providing expert clinical scientific services and radiation protection, including quality control testing of imaging equipment and supporting staff training. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment dedicated to innovation and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology and Radiation Protection.
• Experience in analyzing data for safe equipment use.
• Ability to develop protocols for x-ray testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical scientific and radiation protection services.
• Conduct quality control tests on imaging equipment.
• Assist in teaching and training staff.

Skills

Diagnostic Radiology

Radiation Protection

Data Analysis

Education

HCPC Registered Clinical Scientist

Tools

IT Solutions for departmental activities

Job description

Clinical Scientist in Imaging & Radiation Protection

Provide clinical scientific and radiation protection services in support of uses of ionising radiation.

Participate in service development and improvement. Initiate and contribute to research and development projects.

Appointment at Band 6 would be considered for those with less experience with a modified job description.

Support the Clinical and Radiation Physics service within Diagnostic radiography.

Undertake quality control tests on imaging equipment (e.g., CT scanners, general x-ray, dental, and interventional radiology) and other associated equipment to relevant standards. Support Radiation Protection Advisers and Medical Physics Experts in providing high-quality radiation protection services.

Involvement in teaching and training staff, including external customers such as FRCR and University of Plymouth.

We are a people business where staff matter and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a dedicated team committed to innovation, clinical excellence, and customer care. The Trust offers opportunities for career development in a progressive environment, located in a vibrant city with a historic reputation for adventure.

Please note: All communication will be electronic. Check your email regularly. For application support or reasonable adjustments, contact the recruitment team at 01752 432100. We support flexible working requests, which should be discussed with the recruiting manager prior to application. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. Vacancies may close early; if you haven't heard within 4 weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

Primary Duties & Areas Of Responsibility

• Specialist Duties / Appointed Expert

1.1 HCPC Registered Clinical Scientist specializing in Diagnostic Radiology and Radiation Protection.

• Other Clinical Scientific duties include supporting imaging with ionising radiations.

2.1 Analyze data and make professional judgments to ensure safe and appropriate use of equipment.

2.2 Develop and maintain protocols and procedures for testing x-ray equipment, complying with guidelines and legislative requirements.

2.3 Develop and maintain IT solutions for departmental activities, including spreadsheets, databases, networking, and analytical tools.

2.4 Assist in drafting specifications and evaluating major radiological equipment in collaboration with Medical Physics Experts and senior staff.

2.5 Provide reports and advice to staff and customers, including interpretation of data.

Note: Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, NHS At Risk staff, and those with recent relevant experience as per the Person Specification.