Clinical Technologist

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesClinical Scientific Responsibilities

• Be able to perform periodic quality control testing on a range of radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment to the required standards and guidelines.
• To carry out scientific and statistical analysis and interpretation on those test results in order to identify and diagnose faults and areas for improvement.
• Make judgements and recommendations based on that analysis and appropriate consultation with senior staff.
• Communicate verbally and in writing all relevant findings and make recommendations on courses of action to the clients.
• Assist in implementing documents, practice and procedures that assist our clients in complying with legislation and best working practices.
• Perform wipe testing of radioactive sources and calibration of radiation monitoring equipment.
• Conduct environmental monitoring surveys to ensure radiation dose levels are below set constraints.
• Conduct collections and accumulation of radioactive waste in accordance to protocols.
• Perform dose calculations and assessment of radiation incidents as directed by senior staff.Systems and Data Management
• Participate in the collection and processing of data for dose audits and the setting of diagnostic reference levels.
• Conduct all work in accordance to the services quality system.Administrative Responsibilities
• Maintain the records required for the correct management of radioactive substances.
• Organise a schedule of quality control testing for designated equipment in collaboration with the department and their operational needs.
• Be involved with the distribution and reporting of results for personal dosimetry.
• Organise meetings, site visits and the provision of training as required.Leadership / Management
• Prioritise own work in accordance with Departmental and Trust priorities and external demands. Meet expected results by using own initiative and following general principles and applicable regulations, standards and guidelines.
• Take responsibility for the work of other more junior clinical technical staff when they are performing work under the post holders direction.Education and Training
• Keep abreast of the latest scientific and technical developments appropriate to the field.
• Be familiar with the current guidance and best practices from relevant recognised bodies.
• Enrol in Continuing Professional Development programs.
• Attend appropriate seminars, courses and scientific meetings and feedback developments to the service.
• Supervise trainee clinical technologists.
• Assist in the teaching and training of staff, students and others on aspects of radiation protection and medical physics.
• Assist in the teaching and training of staff, students and others on aspects of radiation protection and medical physics.Research and Service Development
• Assist in research and development in collaboration with clinical scientists and other staff, in accordance with the priorities of the Directorate.
• Supervise trainee clinical technologists
• Summarise and present complex scientific ideas to colleagues and a range of other staff.Health and Safety
• Carry out all duties in accordance with the requirements of all relevant statutory regulations, approved codes of conduct, local policies, procedures and Local Rules documents.
• Be aware and ensure implementation of the precautions required when working with ionising and non-ionising radiation. Be mindful of other people in the vicinity, who may not be aware of the hazard, and ensure their safety as well as your own.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

• Relevant degree or equivalent level of knowledge.

• IPEM diploma or equivalent in Medical Physics.
• Registered as a Clinical Technologist on the RCT register.
• Up-to-date record of Continuing Professional Development.

Knowledge and Experience

• Good working knowledge of a range of radiological and other medical imaging equipment. Familiarity with the recommended techniques employed to measure the performance and ensure the radiation safety of an x-ray imaging unit.
• Competent in performing quality control testing of medical imaging equipment.
• An understanding of the risks presented by ionising and non-ionising radiation and the measures commonly employed to reduce them.

• Able to perform wipe tests for sealed radioactive sources.
• Able to calibrate radiation monitoring equipment.

Skills and Competencies

• Able to prioritise and manage own work and exercise initiative when dealing with issues within area of expertise, but still recognise when additional help should be sought.
• Able to accurately record data at speed into a computer during QC testing.
• Good hand eye coordination and manual dexterity is required to operate some equipment.

• Ability to drive in the UK. (The quantity of test equipment required for some visits would make public transport unviable and limit your scope)

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's College Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 8RS

https://www.kch.nhs.uk/