Head of Diagnostic Medical Physics

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Head of Diagnostic Medical Physics

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Job summaryWe are excited to be recruiting to a new role within the Department of Medical Physics and Bioengineering. The Head of Diagnostic Medical Physics will provide strong, dynamic leadership to all Medical Physics services provided by the Radiation Science Services, MR and Ultrasound Physics, and Nuclear Medicine Physics groups. As a Consultant Clinical Scientist they will provide professional, expert leadership and advice to the Trust and external organisations, and ensures that the services provided are safe, effective and efficient and patient focussed, complying with all relevant regulations, legislation and best practice.Main duties of the jobThe post-holder will work closely with other group heads in the Department of Medical Physics and Bioengineering to ensure a seamless Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering Service.About usUniversity Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.Job description
Job responsibilitiesFor a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.Person SpecificationKnowledge and ExperienceEssential

• Highly specialised theoretical and practical knowledge in one or more Diagnostic Medical Physics specialities
• Significant experience in a leadership role within a hospital based Diagnostic Medical Physics service, with a track record of engagement and innovation
• Expert knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines relating to Diagnostic Medical Physics
• Highly advanced knowledge of risk management processes and understanding of patient and staff risks arising from Diagnostic Medical Physics
• Understanding of quality management systems e.g. ISO9001 or BS70000
• Experience in the preparation of strategic plans, business cases and reports
• Ability to manage and resolve complex clinical and operational situations, including data analysis, that involve staff from all levels within an organisation and across a range of professional boundaries
• Experience of working with internal multi-disciplinary committees and establishing relationships with external organisations
• Experience of contributing to one or more Diagnostic Medical Physics specialities at a national level and establishing relationships with other UK senior healthcare professionals
• Proven experience of leading and managing substantial change within a complex environment
• Business and project planning, commissioning, HR and financial management

Desirable

• Ongoing participation and success in academic or NHS research and development e.g. grants/publications

Skills and AbilitiesEssential

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with evidence of this at a senior level
• Ability to facilitate and drive service improvement, engaging others and reinforcing change
• Able to think strategically and translate into practice, resolving complex operational problems and mitigating risks
• Able to inspire, influence and motivate people by demonstrating strong leadership and leading by example
• Ability to analyse and interpret financial and management information
• Ability to prioritise work and manage deadlines

Qualifications and TrainingEssential

• Honours degree in Physical Science
• Doctoral qualification (e.g. PhD, DClinSci, DPhil) in physical science or equivalent experience
• HCPC Registered Clinical Scientist
• AHCS Higher Specialist Scientist Register or ability to achieve within reasonable timescale
• MIPEM or FIPEM or equivalent
• Current/past scientific role at a national level (e.g. IPEM Senior Volunteer position, Special Interest Group or equivalent)
• Management qualification or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Certified RPA, RWA, LPA, MRSE or MPE in specific area
• NHS Leadership qualification (e.g. Mary Seacole, Rosalind Franklin, Elizabeth Garrett Anderson, Nye Bevan)

Person Specification
Knowledge and ExperienceEssential

• Highly specialised theoretical and practical knowledge in one or more Diagnostic Medical Physics specialities
• Significant experience in a leadership role within a hospital based Diagnostic Medical Physics service, with a track record of engagement and innovation
• Expert knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines relating to Diagnostic Medical Physics
• Highly advanced knowledge of risk management processes and understanding of patient and staff risks arising from Diagnostic Medical Physics
• Understanding of quality management systems e.g. ISO9001 or BS70000
• Experience in the preparation of strategic plans, business cases and reports
• Ability to manage and resolve complex clinical and operational situations, including data analysis, that involve staff from all levels within an organisation and across a range of professional boundaries
• Experience of working with internal multi-disciplinary committees and establishing relationships with external organisations
• Experience of contributing to one or more Diagnostic Medical Physics specialities at a national level and establishing relationships with other UK senior healthcare professionals
• Proven experience of leading and managing substantial change within a complex environment
• Business and project planning, commissioning, HR and financial management

Desirable

• Ongoing participation and success in academic or NHS research and development e.g. grants/publications

Skills and AbilitiesEssential

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with evidence of this at a senior level
• Ability to facilitate and drive service improvement, engaging others and reinforcing change
• Able to think strategically and translate into practice, resolving complex operational problems and mitigating risks
• Able to inspire, influence and motivate people by demonstrating strong leadership and leading by example
• Ability to analyse and interpret financial and management information
• Ability to prioritise work and manage deadlines

Qualifications and TrainingEssential

• Honours degree in Physical Science
• Doctoral qualification (e.g. PhD, DClinSci, DPhil) in physical science or equivalent experience
• HCPC Registered Clinical Scientist
• AHCS Higher Specialist Scientist Register or ability to achieve within reasonable timescale
• MIPEM or FIPEM or equivalent
• Current/past scientific role at a national level (e.g. IPEM Senior Volunteer position, Special Interest Group or equivalent)
• Management qualification or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Certified RPA, RWA, LPA, MRSE or MPE in specific area
• NHS Leadership qualification (e.g. Mary Seacole, Rosalind Franklin, Elizabeth Garrett Anderson, Nye Bevan)

Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 .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. .
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeAdditional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 .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. .
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeEmployer detailsEmployer nameUniversity Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
AddressBristol Royal InfirmaryUpper Maudlin StreetBristolBS2 8HWEmployer’s website

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Location

Bristol Area

Job date

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 23:00:24 GMT

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