Diagnostic Radiology Physics Technologist - QA & Safety

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is seeking a Clinical Technologist in Diagnostic Radiology Physics to provide clinical and technical support for radiology physics, QC, dose monitoring and radiation safety across the region.

The role involves QA of radiological equipment, assisting with calibration and dose assessment, and supporting audits. A full UK driving license is essential; immunisation reports may be required.

Responsibilities

• To carry out quality assurance surveys on general plain x-ray equipment, dental x-ray equipment, mobile image intensifiers and medical image display devices.
• To assist with quality assurance surveys on highly complex diagnostic imaging equipment such as fluoroscopy, CT, mammography and other complex x-ray equipment
• To produce written reports of the routine QA surveys and assist in producing reports on complex equipment with interpretation of results
• Deal with technical queries from service users and refer complex problems to senior team members
• Assist with audit and assessment of patient doses in diagnostic radiology and the arrangement of annual calibration of test equipment
• Assist with radiation protection surveys and risk assessments in diagnostic radiology and related areas
• Assist with management of the personal radiation monitoring program and related reporting
• Use x-ray equipment and measurement devices safely and maintain records of work performed
• Undertake and support R&D within the service and keep scientific and technical records

Job description

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is seeking a Clinical Technologist in Diagnostic Radiology Physics to provide clinical and technical support for radiology physics, QC, dose monitoring and radiation safety across the region.

The role involves QA of radiological equipment, assisting with calibration and dose assessment, and supporting audits. A full UK driving license is essential; immunisation reports may be required.