Deputy Head of Imaging Physics - Northampton, United Kingdom - Northampton General Hospital

Northampton General Hospital
Northampton General Hospital
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Northampton, United Kingdom

4 weeks ago

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Management The post holder will work closely with the head of imaging physics to provide leadershipand manage specific defined activities of the group.

To deputise for the head of imaging physics. Support and work with management in the development of services provided by the group to the host Trust. Prioritise group work in accordance with the priorities of the Trust, division and directorate.

Formulate and adjust plans and strategies for developing and delivering services. Support the head of imaging in workforce development including selection, recruitment and retention of staff.

Act as line manager for specific staff groups, conducting staff appraisals, initial grievances etc and handling day today matters such as sickness absence.

Take the lead for specific aspects of the service including new service developments.

Lead on the procurement of equipment for the tea.

Service Delivery - Radiation Protection/Scientific Support To undertake specific legislative and other keys roles for this and other organisations including MPE and LPA.

To provide on own authority expert advice and expertise to specified Trusts and organisations. This advice supports those organisations to comply with their statutory obligations.


Advise and liaise with a range of staff including senior organisation management, including heads of service, service managers, clinical consultants, radiology managers, imaging staff and other staff.

to provide expert advice and appropriate training where necessary in the field of radiation protection and laser safety.

To take an active role in the Trusts radiation protection committee and support similar meetings at other Trusts and clinics as required.

Participate in other key forums that provide the framework to ensure Trust compliance with regulatory requirements and associated standards.


Organise and contribute to the audit programme for compliance with relevant legislation, standards and agreed good practice in all types of organisation anddepartments where radiation is used.

Take a lead role in the procurement, installation, commissioning of radiological equipment including the physics aspects of the ongoing quality assurance programme.

To initiate plan and introduce innovative techniques for the evaluation and ongoing quality assurance programme. To lead on the groups work in support of the NHS breast screening programme.


Teaching and Training Day to day supervision and management of trainee pre-registration clinical scientists in the field of radiation safety/diagnostic radiology.

Set standards for training and competence, provide and oversee the training of Clinical Scientists, Clinical Technologists and STP, PTP trainees in this field.

Responsible for the facilitating the development of the physics team.

This includes securing and monitoring financial resources, supporting the development of portfolios and access to appropriate course/learning opportunities for staff.

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