Job overview

This role has been approved for advertising; however, it is also being assessed as a suitable alternative employment opportunity. As a result, the vacancy may be withdrawn or there may be a delay before shortlisting can begin.

This role is open to all applicants. However, in line with Cornwall First recruitment principles, initial shortlisting will prioritise applicants from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the Integrated Care Board for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

Diagnostic Radiology and Radiation Protection Band 7 Clinical Scientist (or trainee) opportunity

Applications are warmly invited to join our Clinical & Radiation Physics team based at the Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro.  Our team supports diagnostic radiology, nuclear medicine, radiation protection and non-ionising radiations and so the post presents opportunity for the successful candidate to develop a portfolio of skills and experience dependent upon their interests.

Ideally you will have HCPC registration and experience in diagnostic radiology physics and radiation protection.  Applications from trainee clinical scientists close to completion and registration are also encouraged (appointable at band 6 until registration is achieved).   It is desirable that applicants hold a full driving licence as the role requires travel across Cornwall.  

Main duties of the job

We can offer you a rewarding career in medical physics in a supportive working environment; we have a strong history of supporting further professional development and career progression in-house. 

Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. In a stunning environment with plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.

Working for our organisation

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.

We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.

The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.

Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.