We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated clinical scientist to join the Imaging with Non-Ionising Radiation Physics section at The Christie. This role is suitable for an experienced MR/US clinical scientist or INIR STP trainee who is looking to develop within the field of clinical MR and ultrasound physics. We encourage applications from candidates with more limited experience or from an academic background who would be considered for appointment at a lower band initially.
The Imaging with Non-Ionising Radiation section is part of the Imaging Physics and Radiation Protection Group and comprises a team of eleven MR clinical scientists and physicists, two ultrasound clinical scientists and four ultrasound engineers who support over 50 MR systems and 900 ultrasound systems across North West England. This role is split 60% Magnetic Resonance to 40% Ultrasound.
The MR physics group provide an integrated support role across the departments we work with, working closely with clinical colleagues to optimise imaging and to improve and develop services. Other core elements of the role include acting as MRSE, equipment testing and teaching. The ultrasound section provide equipment testing and maintenance support for a wide range of ultrasound equipment
The Main Duties Of The Job Are To
- Provide MRSE support to The Christie and other NHS trusts in the North West of England
- Provide MR and ultrasound clinical and scientific support to The Christie and other NHS trusts in the North West of England
- Contribute to the teaching and education role of the Imaging with Non-Ionising Radiation
You should have proven experience in MR and ultrasound physics and hold a post-graduate qualification in medical physics. We work closely with other health professionals and clinicians to improve the safety and quality of clinical services, so excellent communication skills are a must. Travel to NHS trusts within the North West Imaging Networks on a regular basis is a requirement of the role (most Trusts we work with are under an hour away from The Christie Hospital). This will include the need to transport valuable and heavy test equipment to the sites we support.
The ability to deliver service improvements and innovative solutions as part of a multi-disciplinary team is essential. We strongly encourage career development and support to undertake the HSST scheme is possible for the right candidate.
The Imaging with Non-Ionising Radiation section, within Christie Medical Physics and Engineering, provides a large and varied MR physics and ultrasound physics and engineering service across the North West of England.
The range of clinical MR specialisms that the MR physics group work across includes MR for radiotherapy treatment planning, oncology, cardiac and functional neuro. This makes the work extremely varied and interesting. The MR physics group often work independently, but are fortunate to have a large, experienced group with strong links to academia. The group communicate regularly to share knowledge and good practice. There are regular opportunities to undertake research and service development.
The ultrasound group is comprised of experienced physicists and engineers. They work independently on a large range of ultrasound systems across the region, from complex maternity scanners to systems used in critical care, theatre environments and wireless devices. They meet regularly to share knowledge and best practice.
Manchester is a hub for sport, music and culture as well as a friendly, vibrant city. The Christie is located in Withington, 4 miles to the south of the city centre. Due to the regional nature of the service, and excellent local transport links, a choice of living location is possible – the current team are spread across the region, from the Peak District up to South Cumbria.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Steven Jackson Job title: Consultant Clinical Scientist (INIR Section Lead) Email address:
[email protected] Telephone number: 07980 738473
