What is IPEM? Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine Your professional body, with around 4000 members Exists to promote for the public benefit the advancement of physics and engineering applied to medicine and biology and to advance public education in the field Trainees are eligible for Associate Membership of IPEM for 60 per year Why Join? Stay up to date Scope IPEMs quarterly magazine Monthly newsletter Fortnightly jobs bulletin Skills and knowledge Conferences and workshops Reports and guidance All have discounts for IPEM members
Why Join? Prizes and awards Up to 2,000 to fund overseas visits Up to 10,000 to support research Networking IPEM has 4000 members covering every career stage (ITN) facilitates contact and networking for associate members Why Join? The chance to get involved IPEM supports outreach events with equipment and leaflets Join the ITN Panel, or another committee/group Help shape the future of the sector IPEM works to raise the profile of the sector and represents the views of its membership to the media, healthcare policy makers, Parliament and the European Union. ITN Who we are ITN represents trainee Healthcare Scientists and Practitioners within IPEM The ITN Panel currently consists of 6 scientist reps, 1 engineering rep and 1 technologist rep Members serve on the panel for a period of 3 years Roles on the panel rotate annually
Chelsey Turner Chair Paul Smith Vice Chair Who we are Leila Brown Events Thomas Biggans Events Theo Barfoot Events Georgina de Vries Newsletter Rachel Sharp newsletter Sarah Green Secretary ITN Activities Panel meets 3 times a year Representation on IPEM and external committees Monthly section of the IPEM newsletter Facebook group Section in IPEM website ITN Activities Events Trainee Induction and Specialism Day Communication Skills Workshop Contributions to annual Medical Physics and Engineering Conference (MPEC) Trainee social Trainee sessions Trainee stall
ITN Activities Representing Trainees ITN Activities Representing Trainees Science, Research and Innovation Council (SRIC) Professional and Standards Council (PSC) National School of Healthcare Science Physical Sciences Themed Board (NSHCS PS TB) Oversees and ensures delivery of outputs related to scientific issues, including the Institute s programme of scientific meetings and the work of its Special Interest Groups (SIGs). Oversees and coordinates the Institute s activities to ensure standards are set and maintained. Oversees the Institute s professional activities. Provides a forum for all stakeholders to ensure a collaborative and cohesive approach to training, supports implementation of the programme, reviews progression of trainees ad ensures quality and standards of the training are maintained across the specialisms. ITN Activities Representing Trainees Clinical Scientist Education & Training Panel (CSETP) Advises on and oversees Part I & Part II Clinical Scientists' training. Clinical Technologist Education & Training Panel (CTETP) Advises on and oversees IPEM Clinical Technologists' training. Engineering Advisory Group (EAG) Professional Development Panel (PDP) Advises on the processes necessary for formal Engineering registration with the Engineering Council. Manages the institutes CPD program and is working on post registration training courses. UK Liaison Group (UKLG) Integrates approaches to workforce and professional issues across the Institute. Responds to policy initiatives across the UK and assists the Institute to provide advice.
ITN Activities Newsletter Relating stories and opportunities of interest to trainees A chance for trainees to contribute and get their names out there! ITN Activities Trainee Induction Day A superb networking opportunity for trainees A chance to hear from and meet those involved in organising training ITN Activities MPEC Stall Trainee stall a chance to meet the ITN panel, you can t miss us! Network and discuss with other trainees and/or IPEM Officers & Staff
ITN Activities MPEC Trainee Sessions Sessions dedicated to trainee work Your chance to showcase your work at a national conference Gain experience of presenting, in a friendly environment And the chance to win a prize! How to get involved Get in touch if you d like to contribute to the newsletter: Attended an interesting conference or event? Organised an outreach event? Want to review a useful book? Participated in a journal club? Got any advice for future trainees?? How to get involved Submit an abstract to the trainee sessions at MPEC Watch out for details in the newsletter, Facebook etc. Showcase a project you ve been working on Think about how you have contributed to your department
Future Challenges for ITN Expanding practitioner representation Making trainees aware that we are available to them as an benefit of IPEM membership Staying relevant to trainees on all training schemes and specialisms A call to help ITN! This year, 2 ITN Panel members will complete their terms and stand down In the summer we will be recruiting their successors Keep an eye on the newsletter, Facebook etc. ready for when these vacancies appear Please apply! Why join the ITN panel? The chance to have your say, contribute to IPEM and raise your concerns Be involved with your professional body Network with other trainees and senior IPEM members Professional development Looks good on the CV!
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