Clinical Physicist

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Physicist to join our team at Northampton General Hospital. As a key member of our diagnostic imaging department, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and effective use of radiation in medical imaging.

• Act as a Medical Physics Expert (MPE) for diagnostic radiology services, providing expert advice on radiation safety and quality assurance.
• Lead the provision of scientific support and quality assurance for the physical aspects of diagnostic imaging modalities.
• Provide specialist advice on the specification and selection of complex x-ray equipment to ensure patient safety and optimal image quality.
• Develop and implement programs for dose audits and radiation protection for radiological installations, including breast screening programs.
• Collaborate with manufacturers' representatives and colleagues to resolve issues related to radiological physics.
• Participate in the provision of scientific support and performance testing of radiological equipment for the hospital and other clients.
• Provide advice on compliance with ionizing radiation legislation to our client base.
• Undertake audits of compliance with radiation protection legislation, ensuring effective communication and stakeholder engagement.

• BSc (Hons) Physics or equivalent degree.
• MSc in Radiation Physics or equivalent experience.
• Registered Clinical Scientist.
• Registered Medical Physics Expert (Diagnostic Radiology).
• Current driving license.

• Registered Radiation Protection Advisor or Laser Protection Advisor.
• Extensive specialist knowledge in radiation and imaging physics as applied to medicine.
• Experience in performance testing of complex diagnostic x-ray equipment and developing testing procedures.
• Knowledge of programming languages.
• Highly specialized knowledge of laser safety.

• Ability to train specialist and non-specialist staff in complex, highly specialized subject matter.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Able to understand and operate a wide range of diagnostic imaging equipment.