Job Description
for
BASIC GRADE PHYSICIST
Medical Physics
Mater Misericordiae Hospital, Eccles Street, Dublin 7.
JOB TITLE:
Basic Grade Physicist
REPORTS TO:
Chief Physicist
ROLE SUMMARY:
Working as part of a team of scientists and other healthcare professionals, the Basic
Grade Hospital Physicist will contribute scientific and technical support to the
hospital. He/She will work to ensure that all physics related activities, at this major
teaching hospital, are of the highest quality, are safe and are cost-effective. It is
expected that the post-holder will be the major contributor to the scientific aspects of
Non-Ionising Radiation used in the hospital, including non-ionising radiation safety
advice and quality assurance of Laser and Ultra-Violet equipment. The post-holder
will take the leading scientific role in the provision and management of routine UltraViolet treatments in the Department of Dermatology. The role will also focus on MRI
safety & quality as well as the use of ultrasound equipment throughout the hospital.
The person appointed would be expected to contribute significantly to the
development medical physics endeavours in these topics. However, as these duties
will be done as part of a team, the post-holder will also be expected to actively
participate in other Medical Physics services including Nuclear Medicine, X-ray
Quality Assurance and PACS/IT.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
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Under the direction of the Chief Physicist, and in close consultation with the
appropriate Dermatology Consultants, the basic grade will be the primary
contributor to routine UV services in the Department of Dermatology.
Contribute to the scientific management of Lasers and laser safety in the
hospital.
Participate in the scientific management of the hospital’s nuclear medicine
service.
Contribute to and develop the routine QA arrangements for all imaging
equipment.
Contribute routine scientific support for all imaging equipment
Participate in the management of quality and safety for patient-oriented
equipment.
Participate as requested to the organisation and presentation of in-house
education & training for other hospital staff.
Participate in relevant research and development of clinically related topics in
physics.
Actively participate in the development of Medical Physics at the Mater
Misericordiae Hospital and contribute to the commitment and initiation of new
services.
Participate in formal training including approved MSc or PhD courses of
study, if appropriate.
Actively participate in activities that constitute continuing professional
development
Be willing to undertake any other duties or training as requested by the Chief
Physicist in order to maintain quality of the Medical Physics service to the
patients and staff.
Note:
These duties and responsibilities are a reflection of the present service requirements
and may be subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the
Hospital.
Person Specification
for
BASIC GRADE PHYSICIST
Medical Physics/Dept. of Radiology
Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Eccles St., Dublin 7.
BASIC GRADE PHYSICIST
Qualifications:
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Professional Qualifications, Experience etc.
On the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office
candidates must :-
(a)
hold a recognised first or second class honours degree in which Physics was
taken as a major subject and honours obtained in that subject
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possess the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of
suitability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.
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Core Aptitudes
Candidates must demonstrate:
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Strong mathematics skills
Pro-active problem-solving skills
Ability to work well in teams
Practical engineering skills
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Significant involvement and interest in software applications
Potential ability to take responsibility
Thoughtful decision-making
An interest in a Medical Physics career
A strong, well-rounded general knowledge & education