Job Description

Molecular Imaging and Therapies Site Lead PhysicistLondon: The Harley Street ClinicFull time: 37.5 hours per weekPermanent ContractSalary: Competitive + a range of flexible benefits
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting time to join The Harley Street Campus (The Harley Street Clinic/Leaders in Oncology Care) in the capacity Site Lead Physicist for Molecular Imaging and Therapies to provide specialist scientific and technical expertise to support the safe, effective, and compliant delivery of diagnostic, therapeutic and research procedures in accordance with IR(ME)R.
About us
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers. In the UK, were one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over 500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. Thats why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Molecular Imaging and Therapies Site Lead Physicist youll be eligible for:
25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
Group Life Assurance from day one
Critical illness cover
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Details
Date posted
24 December 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
E0115-0046345
Job locations
The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street
London
W1G 8BJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Optimising medical exposures and establishing Diagnostic Reference Levels (DRLs).
Defining and overseeing the performance of equipment quality assurance (QA).
Conducting commissioning and acceptance testing of imaging systems, new technologies and techniques.
Be responsible for the definitive calibration of the equipment.
Advising on equipment, room and installation design
Monitoring and ensuring the ongoing surveillance of equipment.
Analysing and investigating accidental or unintended radiation exposures.
Selecting appropriate equipment for radiation protection measurements.
Providing training, guidance and scientific support to practitioners and other staff on radiation safety and best practices.
Advise on patient imaging and therapies procedures for standard and non-standard cases
Write comprehensive reports for new procedures, equipment and techniques, including commissioning reports and work instructions.
Be the radiation protection supervisor (RPS) in his/her area. Job description
Job responsibilities
Optimising medical exposures and establishing Diagnostic Reference Levels (DRLs).
Defining and overseeing the performance of equipment quality assurance (QA).
Conducting commissioning and acceptance testing of imaging systems, new technologies and techniques.
Be responsible for the definitive calibration of the equipment.
Advising on equipment, room and installation design
Monitoring and ensuring the ongoing surveillance of equipment.
Analysing and investigating accidental or unintended radiation exposures.
Selecting appropriate equipment for radiation protection measurements.
Providing training, guidance and scientific support to practitioners and other staff on radiation safety and best practices.
Advise on patient imaging and therapies procedures for standard and non-standard cases
Write comprehensive reports for new procedures, equipment and techniques, including commissioning reports and work instructions.
Be the radiation protection supervisor (RPS) in his/her area.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• - Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of Nuclear Medicine to advanced level
• - Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of PET to advanced level
• - Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of molecular therapies to advanced level
• - Practical/programming skills of NM computer systems
• - Practical skills of imaging equipment, radiation monitors and assay equipment
• - Evidenced experience in use of PACS, EHR and other key IT systems
• - Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements, national standards, professional and other guidelines, relating to the safe and proper use of radioactive materials (e.g. IR(ME)R, EPR, IRR, ARSAC)

Qualifications
Essential

• - MSc or higher degree in Medical Physics
• - PhD or equivalent experience
• - Membership or fellowship of IPEM or eligible for membership
• - Registered Clinical Scientist under HCPC
• - Certified as a MPE under RPA 2000

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• - Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of Nuclear Medicine to advanced level
• - Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of PET to advanced level
• - Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of molecular therapies to advanced level
• - Practical/programming skills of NM computer systems
• - Practical skills of imaging equipment, radiation monitors and assay equipment
• - Evidenced experience in use of PACS, EHR and other key IT systems
• - Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements, national standards, professional and other guidelines, relating to the safe and proper use of radioactive materials (e.g. IR(ME)R, EPR, IRR, ARSAC)

Qualifications
Essential

• - MSc or higher degree in Medical Physics
• - PhD or equivalent experience
• - Membership or fellowship of IPEM or eligible for membership
• - Registered Clinical Scientist under HCPC
• - Certified as a MPE under RPA 2000

Skills Required