Clinical Technologist (Radiation Physics)

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a self-motivated clinical technologist to contribute to radiation protection services. The role involves collaboration with various departments and managing dosimetry services, quality control for x-ray and ultrasound, and environmental monitoring. Candidates should have an HND or BSc in Physics or a related subject. This full-time position is part of a dynamic team focused on high-quality healthcare delivery.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in personal dosimetry service is advantageous.
• Understanding of radiation protection in healthcare is required.
• Knowledge of Nuclear Medicine and Radiotherapy is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to radiation protection services, personal dosimetry service, and environmental monitoring.
• Perform x-ray and ultrasound quality control and monitor calibration.
• Collaborate closely with departments using radiation.

Skills

Knowledge of radiation protection

Physics-related knowledge

Education

HND or BSc (Hons) degree in Physics or a Physics related subject

Job description

Overview

As a member of the team providing medical physics services you will work across all departments and sites within UCLH and cover a broad range of external customers in and around London.

We are committed to your professional growth, including the development of leadership skills and the acquisition of new knowledge to be able to thrive at UCLH.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with departments utilising radiation and engage with a diverse portfolio of external clients across London.

Role and Team

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Radiation Physics team of Medical Physics & Biomedical Engineering at UCLH Trust. We are looking for a self-motivated clinical technologist to make a major contribution to the radiation protection services provided by the department, and particularly the personal dosimetry service, environmental monitoring, x-ray and ultrasound QC and monitor calibration services. Previous experience of working with a personal dosimetry service would be advantageous, but training will be provided if required.

Qualifications

Applications will be accepted from individuals who have an HND or BSc (Hons) degree in Physics or a Physics related subject.

Role Details

The post is a full-time position working alongside a team of 14 clinical scientists and 1 other technologist.

The role requires knowledge or an understanding of radiation protection in healthcare. The role also requires an understanding of other physics services such as Nuclear Medicine and Radiotherapy.

About UCLH

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

Sites

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

Our Focus

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

Sustainability

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.