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Salary is qualification dependant, can appoint as Band 4 as long as approved and appropriate qualifications and experience.
Job Purpose:
* Provide a range of clinical technical support services within the Clinical & Radiation Physics Group, which is part of the Healthcare Science Directorate.
* Manage calibration records for radiation monitoring instrumentation.
* Manage the maintenance and calibration of radiation monitoring equipment.
* Manage statutory records for radioactive sources.
* Assist in the management of radioactive sources.
* Perform radiation monitoring measurements on complex x-ray and associated systems.
* Provide scientific technical services in support of Nuclear Medicine.
* Assist in the provision of occupational and environmental dosimetry service.
* Assist in the provision of radiation protection services.
* Technical support to the Dose Reference Group and Chair in collation and review of data, producing reports and meeting organisation.
* Provide technical services for radiation protection and diagnostic radiology.
* Provide a number of departmental tasks including the organisation and minute taking for local and senior Trust meetings (e.g. Radiation Safety Committee).
Main duties of the job:
1. Perform daily technical administration for occupational and environmental monitoring.
2. Issue and receipt of occupational and environmental monitors.
3. Liaise with the Approved Dosimetry Service.
4. Liaise with staff regarding new staff for monitoring, non-returns, and resolve any routine queries regarding occupational and environmental monitoring.
5. Organise calibration of radiation monitoring instruments and liaise with providers.
6. Organise and assist in local calibration measurements for radiation monitoring instrumentation.
7. Perform local calibration measurements for radiation monitoring instrumentation.
8. Investigate and perform tests on faulty monitoring equipment and arrange repairs where necessary.
9. Perform regular checks on contamination monitoring equipment between calibrations.
10. Perform Quality Control measurements on a wide range of complex x-ray and associated devices.
11. Analyse test results, produce reports of the findings, present and discuss these with other scientific staff.
12. Maintain records for Clinical Trial activities.
About Us:
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.
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Person Specification:
Knowledge And Experience Essential:
* Advanced IT skills; advanced analysis using Microsoft Excel and Access.
* Specialist knowledge and experience in Radiation Protection, Diagnostic Radiology Physics, Nuclear Medicine Physics.
* Ability to work without direct supervision under DOP.
* Detailed understanding of the use of unsealed sources in healthcare.
* Detailed knowledge & understanding of testing methodologies for ionising radiation imaging equipment.
* Working knowledge of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines (e.g., IRR, IR(ME)R, Health & Safety, COSHH).
Qualifications Essential:
* Educated to A-level standard or equivalent.
* Degree equivalent level of knowledge.
Desirable:
* On the Voluntary Register of Clinical Technologists (VRCT).
* Completed PTP training scheme (or in-house equivalent).
* Degree in Physics or related subject.
Aptitude and Abilities Essential:
* Good communication skills and ability to communicate effectively.
* Able to prioritise, manage and plan work for self.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet reasonable deadlines.
* Able to carry out accurate practical measurements.
* Frequent requirement to concentrate.
* Occasional requirement to lift and move equipment (moderate physical effort).
* Ability to deal with occasional distressing circumstances.
Disposition / Attitude / Motivation Essential:
* Highly motivated.
* Able to work both autonomously and with others.
* A strong engagement and focus on improvement.
Other Factors Desirable:
* Ability to travel between multiple sites.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check:
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer Details:
Employer name: University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address: Clinical & Radiation Physics, Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, PL6 8DH
Employer's website: https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/
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