Job summary
You will work as part of the MR Physics team, within Radiology Physics, supporting the provision of high quality, efficient and effective MRI services within the Trust and externally. The Directorate of Medical Imaging and Medical Physics presently manage 7 scanners, while the team also supports upwards of 20 external scanners. The Directorate delivers all manner of standard and advanced MR imaging including neuro, cardiac, thoracic, vascular, orthopaedic, kidney, obstetric, whole body, quantitative imaging, functional imaging, radiotherapy planning and other services.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a motivated, scientifically rigorous and patient-centred individual with experience of clinical MRI. You will be responsible for undertaking quality assurance across the range of routine and specialist examinations and will contribute to the safe scanning of complex medical implants.
You will play a key role in the development of MR services by supporting the introduction of novel techniques, in line with latest research, guidelines and the department's clinical priorities. Importance is given to both the optimisation of service delivery and the ability to provide world-leading specialist imaging techniques.
Applications from candidates with less experience will be considered for appointment at a lower grade in the first instance and will be required to work towards achieving HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist.
About us
Medical Physics is one of a number of academic directorates within the Trust and as such has a vision to deliver world-leading research, with a focus on grant income.
You will be working for an organization, which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives. This includes options for hybrid and flexible working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants will possess an appropriate postgraduate qualification, have current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council, and be able to demonstrate considerable relevant experience in the clinical imaging setting.
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Please also note this vacancy is banded dependent upon applicants experience relevant to this post. The banding of the successful applicant/s will start at Band 6 unless applicants meet the necessary threshold of skills and experience required to start on Band 7.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- (Band 6 & 7) Honours degree in Physical Science at 1st or 2(i) level or equivalent
- (Band 6 & 7) Postgraduate degree in Medical Physics or relevant subject area
- (Band 6) Registration with the Health Professions Council as a clinical scientist (or working towards imminent registration for appointment at band 6) with MRI (INIR) physics as area of specialty
Desirable
- (Band 6 & 7) PhD or equivalent level of knowledge/expertise in Magnetic Resonance Imaging Physics
- (Band 6 & 7) Associate/Full Member of IPEM or other equivalent professional body
Experience
Essential
- (Band 6 & 7) Magnetic Resonance, including the direct provision of clinical services, with a good track record of scientific activity and proven ability
- (Band 6 & 7) Knowledge of the legislation, standards and guidelines relevant to the practice of Magnetic Resonance
- (Band 6 & 7) Competence in scientific computing and IT
- (Band 6 & 7) An understanding of clinical governance and its relevance to Magnetic Resonance
Desirable
- (Band 6 & 7) Experience in implementation of quality standards and development of standard operating procedures and protocols
- (Band 6 & 7) Experience in staff training and teaching on formal courses
- (Band 6 & 7) Experience in clinical audit processes
- (Band 6 & 7) Experience in research resulting in presentation of results via written scientific papers in peer reviewed journals and oral presentation at approved scientific meetings
- (Band 7) Post registration experience supporting clinical MRI Imaging Department
Skills/Aptitudes
Essential
- (Band 6 & 7) Good communication skills, including ability to communicate complex information and advice on any of the wide range of topics covered in the Job Description to non-specialists from junior staff up to senior management level and to patients.
- (Band 6 & 7) Computing skills relevant to image processing of MRI scans
- (Band 6 & 7) Ability to use and design word processing, database and other specialist software computerised packages and use and develop spreadsheet applications.
- (Band 6 & 7) Ability to exercise own initiative when dealing with issues within own areas of competence
- (Band 6 & 7) Expert ability in numerical and analytical skills.
- (Band 6 & 7) Ability to concentrate intensely for long periods of time, often when subject to external distraction, and in an unpredictable working pattern.
- (Band 6 & 7) Good organisational and management skills
- (Band 6 & 7) Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- (Band 6 & 7) Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and where appropriate to lead by example
- (Band 6 & 7) Highly motivated and with ability to motivate others
Other Factors
Essential
- (Band 6 & 7) Willing to occasionally work outside of core hours to access equipment.
- (Band 6 & 7) Possess a UK applicable driving licence and have access to own transport
- (Band 6 & 7) Able and willing to travel, alone or with other members of staff, to external sites in the region and occasionally elsewhere in the UK.
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.
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 .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Hallamshire Hospital
Glossop Road
Sheffield
S10 2JF