Clinical Technologist

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Job OverviewThe post-holder carries out surveys of medical diagnostic radiology equipment across a range of both clinical and geographic locations. Examples of the medical equipment tested include general radiographic equipment, both digital and computed radiography, mobile fluoroscopic and dental machines. Surveys will be conducted both independently and working with other members of the Radiation Physics Section.The duties include:

• Scheduling and performing test.
• Analysis of results.
• Creating reports with the use of Office applications (Word & Excel spreadsheets).
• Performing practical tasks that supporting the delivery of the staff dose monitoring programme.
• Participating in environmental shielding checks of radiation facilities.

Main duties of the jobWe are looking to recruit a highly self-motivated person to join our small, friendly team, based at Glan Clwyd Hospital, providing expert scientific and technical support to users of medical imaging equipment within North Wales, primarily, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.The post holder will play a key part in the sections responsibilities to provide radiation physics services. This post is primarily centred around testing of a wide range of sometimes complex equipment and analysing the results and providing reports to users, ensuring high quality is maintained. You will also be required to support the training requirements of others within the organisation.Working for our organisationIf you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.Detailed Job Description And Main ResponsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.You will have a degree or equivalent, ideally with some relevant work experience. Applicants with other suitable qualifications and experience are also welcomed to apply. Applications with less experience will be considered for a lower grade with the opportunity for advancement with training and further study.You must be

• Reliable and self-motivated
• A good communicator
• Prepared to attend specialist training courses
• Confident to work alone and contribute when part of the team

High standards of safety and accountability will be expected. A flexible approach and good computer literacy are essential. Although based at Glan Clwyd Hospital, the role is health board wide and the ability to drive to a wide range of geographical locations is essential.And when you’re not working there’s plenty to discover in North Wales. Explore the vast Snowdonia national park or our breathtaking coastal path, get outdoors with our purpose-built mountain bike trails, soaring zip lines and outstanding sporting facilities, or take in the sights and sounds at our Welsh heritage sites, food festivals and local communities.For more information, or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Peter Hiles, Head of Radiation Physics Section, North Wales Medical Physics.Peter.Hiles@wales.nhs.uk01745 448720 ext 7663Person specificationQualificationsEssential criteria

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject
• Knowledge of calibration and quality assurance of instrumentation
• Computer literacy (word processing, spreadsheets, databases).

Desirable criteria

• Formal Qualification in Physical Science
• Radiation Protection principles and practice
• Knowledge of diagnostic x-ray equipment operation, imaging modalities, inspection, radiation safety, quality assurance and patient dose measurements.
• Knowledge of clinical applications of Medical Radiation equipment

Aptitude And AbilitiesEssential criteria

• Capable of safe and precise handling of delicate and expensive equipment
• Ability to resolve problems

Desirable criteria

• Health care experience with direct patient contact working at degree level