Clinical Technologist
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
- Posted
- 22/09/2026
- Closes
- 02/10/2026
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Role summary
The East Anglian Regional Radiation Protection Service (EARRPS) at Addenbrooke's Hospital is seeking a Band 5 Clinical Technologist. This role involves supporting radiation protection and diagnostic radiology physics services for various NHS and private clients. The post holder will perform quality assurance tests on X-ray imaging equipment and advise on regulatory compliance. They will also assist in providing high-quality Radiation Protection services for users of radiation sources and non-ionising radiation, including calibration of detectors. The role requires frequent liaison with staff and visits to external organisations.
Key responsibilities
- Assist in the provision of diagnostic radiology physics services.
- Perform quality assurance tests on X-ray imaging equipment.
- Advise customers on compliance with regulatory requirements in relation to radiation safety.
- Assist in the provision of high-quality Radiation Protection services to users of X-ray systems, sealed and unsealed radioactive sources, and non-ionising radiation.
- Liaise with staff in various departments and visit external organisations throughout the region.
Essential criteria
- BSc or Graduate Diploma (or equivalent) in Clinical Technology, Healthcare Science, Medical Physics or similar.
- Registration as a Clinical Technologist
- Experience of radiation safety aspects of work with ionising radiation, radioactive materials or non-ionising radiations
- Experience in the use of testing equipment employed to measure the safety and performance of X-ray imaging equipment and in interpreting results
- Experience of working in a healthcare environment
- Experience of being able to interact with a range of staff from a variety of backgrounds
- Well developed written and verbal communication skills
- Well developed interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of other professionals
- Able to exercise initiative when dealing with issues within own area of competence
- Good organisational skills, attention to detail, self motivated and able to work to deadlines
- Manual dexterity: ability to make accurate measurements using sophisticated testing equipment
- Well-developed computing skills and the ability to use Microsoft Office software to set up documents and spreadsheets, extract information, calculate results and prepare reports
- Full UK driving licence
- Understanding of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines. [e.g. IRR17, IR(ME)R, IPEM guidelines etc.]
- Understanding of radiation physics and patient and staff risks arising from ionising radiation exposure.
- Understanding of techniques employed to measure the performance and radiological safety of state-of-the-art imaging equipment
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
Desirable criteria
- Radiation physics component to degree level.
- Experience of working with and calibrating a range of radiation monitors
- Experience of working within a Quality Management System such as ISO9001:2015
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
This advert: £32,073 – £39,043 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
Posted 0d ago · Closes in 11d
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Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Clinical Technologist
The closing date is 02 October 2026
Job summary
Here at Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge, the East Anglian Regional Radiation Protection Service (EARRPS), are currently looking for a Band 5 Clinical Technologist . This person will support the delivery of a wide range of radiation protection and diagnostic radiology physics services to our diverse range of NHS and private clients in East Anglia.
EARRPS promote systems of work that ensure the safety of all patients, visitors and staff who come into contact with radiation generators (e.g. X-ray equipment), sealed or unsealed radioactive materials, and sources of non-ionising radiation (e.g. lasers, UV). Our clients include various acute and community NHS Trusts, dental practices, veterinary practices, schools and research laboratories. EARRPS also runs an HSE Approved Dosimetry Service (the Cambridge Personal Radiation Monitoring Service), an HSE recognised RPA Body, and an ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System.
We welcome applications from registered clinical technologists, although candidates without registration would be considered at an appropriate pay point and banding in line with Annex 21.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will assist in the provision of diagnostic radiology physics services, including the performance o
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