Medical Physicist – Imaging & Radiation Protection (12-mo)

NHS Scotland

Edinburgh (IN)

On-site

USD 56,000 - 87,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

NHS Lothian in Edinburgh is seeking a motivated physicist specialising in Radiation Protection and Imaging Physics (RPIP) to provide 12-month career break cover. The role supports senior physicists and collaborates with RPAs, RWAs, MPEs and LPAs to deliver high-quality radiation protection and imaging services.

The team of 11 physicists and 5 technologists operates across CT, interventional angiography, fluoroscopy, mammography and digital radiography, with responsibilities spanning imaging and

Qualifications

Masters degree or equivalent qualification in a physical science.
Full membership of IPEM and registration as a Clinical Scientist (Medical Physics) with the Health and Care Professions Council are essential.
Willingness to travel across Lothian and Fife.

Responsibilities

Provide career break cover to support senior physicists, including RPAs, RWAs, MPEs and LPAs.
Solve equipment survey issues and participate in dose audits and investigations of radiation incidents.
Carry out shielding measurements, risk assessments and involvement in optimisation projects.
Contribute to non-ionising radiation work, including risk assessments and safety audits.

Skills

Initiative

Communication (written)

Communication (verbal)

Leadership

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Scientific skills

Education

Masters degree in physical science

IPEM membership & HCPC registration (Clinical Scientist)

Job description

The team of 11 physicists and 5 technologists operates across CT, interventional angiography, fluoroscopy, mammography and digital radiography, with responsibilities spanning imaging and

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