Salary: Band 6 £37,338 - £44,962 per annum Full time: 37.5 hours per week Permanent Position Location: The post is based at Queen Alexandra hospital but there will be some travel to other hospitals/centres, so a driving licence is required. The Medical Physics department in Portsmouth is an accredited training centre. There are strong links with Portsmouth, UCL and Surrey universities. The group in which you will work provides opportunities for staff to be involved in national professional groups / working parties and encourages staff to present and publish scientific work in support of their professional development. Key Responsibilities: Gain in-depth knowledge and experience in Radiation Protection and Diagnostic Radiology Physics. Within these specialties be able to: understand the clinical application of the main items of equipment. demonstrate an understanding of the equipment used, the procedures carried out and quality assurance methods. demonstrate familiarity with relevant departmental and national protocols, guidance and legislation. operate the main items of equipment required to fulfil the role. select and use highly specialised radiation and measurement equipment. recognise fault situations and take appropriate action. assess and quantify errors in measurements and procedures. attain the knowledge and skill to be able to respond at a basic level in a safe and competent manner to challenges posed to trainee clinical scientists. Liaise with senior clinical staff, radiographic and other staff concerning scientific and technical matters appropriate to training as a clinical scientist in the fields of: Diagnostic Radiology Physics Radiation Protection (ionising and non-ionising, sealed and unsealed radioactive sources, MRI, UV & lasers) Work under the supervision of a senior clinical scientist, to high standards of accuracy and to defined protocols. Analyse results accurately and with care. Prepare reports and propose options for remedial action to assist with ensuring patient safety. Work under the supervision and in accordance with defined protocols and procedures on highly complex equipment, with advice and assistance from senior staff when required. Assist with the evaluation and acceptance testing of new equipment. Assist with the development of new procedures and policies for areas of complex scientific and technical work. Propose changes to improve the quality, safety and effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment. Use and assist with the development of computer-based systems for data analysis and information storage as required. Work in a manner that minimises radiation exposure to those present and in accordance with local rules for radiation protection. Abnormal conditions are not intentionally created unless covered by procedure and directly supervised by a registered clinical scientist. Report incidents and suspected incidents to the senior clinical scientist. Assist with the maintenance of statutory records required by relevant radiation legislation. Develop an understanding of the implication and requirements of: the Data Protection and Freedom of Information Acts; medical ethics as appropriate to Medical Physics. Practice the principals of confidentiality. Understand and apply the principals of clinical governance and research governance. Assist as directed with research and development activities within the Radiological Sciences Section. Contribute to the training and supervision of trainee clinical scientists and medical technical officers in defined procedures within the Radiological Sciences Group. Assist with the documentation of training as required. Work towards and achieve HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist. Under supervision or when authorised, act as an Operator as defined by the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations in the area of; Performance and safety testing of diagnostic X-ray equipment Calibration of radiation dosimetry equipment and X-ray test equipment Determination and calculation of patient dose Quality assurance measurements, calculations and documentation. Attend internal and external courses/seminars/lectures to update knowledge in the field of Diagnostic Radiology, Radiation Protection, Non-ionising Radiation and other topics appropriate to the role. Present results of work within section and departmental seminars, to client departments and at national and international educational and research conferences and forums as appropriate. Contribute to the teaching and lecturing commitments of the section and wider department within Portsmouth Hospitals and at academic institutions and NHS Trusts where arrangements are in place with the Portsmouth Medical Physics Service Keep own detailed records of training and develop portfolio of evidence of competence in line with national guidance for submission and assessment by HCPC. Please refer to the enclosed Job Descripton for more information, or contact Matt Daniel, Principal Physicist and Radiation Protection Advisor on 02392 286000 ext 4003 or via e-mail at Matthew.Daniel@porthosp.nhs.uk