Diagnostic Radiology Physics Assistant

The Methodist Church in Britain; London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Flexible working and wellbeing support

Staff recognition scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Car lease schemes

Season ticket loan

Membership options for onsite leisure"

Job summary

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust's Radiological Sciences Unit is seeking a 12-month assistant physicist to join the diagnostic radiology physics team. The role centers on quality control testing of x-ray equipment across the trust, with data analysis, patient dose measurement and shielding checks.

It suits a physics graduate seeking first experience in diagnostic radiology and radiation protection, and involves contact with patients with cancer.

Qualifications

• BSc in a science or engineering discipline or equivalent.
• Maths and Physics A level (or equivalent).
• Strong data handling and reporting skills for scientific work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with quality control testing of x-ray imaging equipment inside and outside the trust.
• Support data analysis and ensure data accuracy across systems.
• Be involved in patient dose measurements and shielding checks.
• Assist with acceptance and commissioning of new imaging equipment.
• Carry out routine equipment care, data storage, and audits as required.
• Act as an operator under IR(ME)R following trust policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clinical composure

Record keeping

Scientific reporting

Education

BSc in science or engineering

Maths and Physics A level

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust's Radiological Sciences Unit is seeking a 12-month assistant physicist to join the diagnostic radiology physics team. The role centers on quality control testing of x-ray equipment across the trust, with data analysis, patient dose measurement and shielding checks.

It suits a physics graduate seeking first experience in diagnostic radiology and radiation protection, and involves contact with patients with cancer.