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- Prif leoliad
- Clinical Support
- Gradd
- Band 8a
- Contract
- Parhaol
- Oriau
- Llawnamser
- Rhan-amser
- Gweithio hyblyg
- Gweithio gartref neu o bell
- Cyfeirnod y swydd
- 188-CL210125
- Cyflogwr
- University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
- Math o gyflogwr
- NHS
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- Southampton General Hospital
- Tref
- Southampton
- Cyflog
- £53,755 - £60,504 per annum (PA) Pro rata
- Yn cau
- 14/02/2025 23:59
- Dyddiad y cyfweliad
- 27/02/2025
Teitl cyflogwr
Principal Dosimetrist (Radiotherapy Physics)
Band 8a
Trosolwg o'r swydd
Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd
If you are a highly skilled and motivated Dosimetrist with strong technical expertise in radiotherapy planning, excellent organizational skills, and a collaborative team spirit, this is a fantastic opportunity to join our radiotherapy planning team.
In this role, you will manage a team of dosimetrists, support treatment planning, participate in equipment commissioning, lead projects, and mentor and train staff.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Specific to this role is the suitability for agile working which is a mixture of on-site and remote working. In addition, we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service.
Swydd ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
Working at UHS, you will join a friendly and dynamic team of Scientists, Dosimetrists, and Engineers in the Radiotherapy Physics Group.
Our department operates 7 linear accelerators across two sites, supported by Pinnacle and ELEMENTs TPS, to deliver a comprehensive radiotherapy service. All our linacs are equipped with IGRT and SGRT capabilities, and we have recently installed new HDR brachytherapy equipment. Our active Scientific Computing group drives innovative solutions to introduce automated workflows. We are the only centre in the UK offering Intra-Operative Radiotherapy with an Electron Accelerator and provide physics services for breast Intra-Operative Radiotherapy.
Our upcoming major project is the commissioning and implementation of a new treatment planning system, presenting an excellent opportunity for you to contribute throughout the process.
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification document for full details regarding this position.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
About the Role
Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of oncologists, radiographers, dosimetrists and clinical scientists, you will:
• Provide specialist advice and support on treatment planning and dosimetry.
• Develop and check complex radiotherapy treatment plans using state-of-the-art planning systems.
• Participate in the commissioning and quality assurance of new equipment and techniques.
• Lead on advanced projects to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes.
• Support the training and mentoring of junior staff and students.
What We’re Looking For
• BSc in Clinical Technology or related discipline or BSc Therapy Radiography, with HCPC or RCT
registration.
• MSc in Therapeutic Radiography or relevant Science based subject or equivalent level of knowledge
and experience.
• Extensive experience in radiotherapy treatment planning and dosimetry at an advanced level.
• Proficiency with modern treatment planning systems (e.g., Pinnacle, Eclipse, RayStation) and
techniques such as IMRT, VMAT, and stereotactic radiotherapy.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and team-working abilities.
• Experience of training others.
Why Join Us?
• Access to the latest technologies and techniques in radiotherapy.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership training.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.
• Comprehensive NHS benefits, including pension and annual leave entitlements.
Manyleb y person
Trust Values
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Skills and competencies
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Attention to detail
- Change management
- General IT skills
- Microsoft Office skills
- People management
- Leadership
- Time management
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Meini prawf hanfodol
- BSc in Clinical Technology or related discipline or BSc Therapy Radiography
- On register of clinical technologists (RCT), HCPC registered therapy radiographer or equivalent level of competence.
- MSc in Therapeutic Radiography or relevant Science based subject or equivalent level of knowledge and experience including highly specialist knowledge of radiation interactions and advanced use of radiotherapy treatment planning.
- Able to demonstrate significant experience & competence in complex radiotherapy treatment planning.
- Experience of training others.
- Experience of post master’s specialist training gained through in house training and attendance at external courses enabling in depth knowledge of radiotherapy /treatment planning/mould room and radiation dosimetry applied to radiotherapy treatment.
- Experience of people management.
- Specialist knowledge of CT and MR anatomy
- Able to show a knowledge of current legislation related to radiotherapy
- Able to show a knowledge of up-to-date trends in radiotherapy practice
Meini prawf dymunol
- Incorporated level membership of IPEM
- Practical Mould room experience
Bathodynnau ardystio / achredu cyflogwyr
Gofynion ymgeisio
Rhaid i chi gael cofrestriad proffesiynol priodol yn y DU.
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
Dogfennau i'w lawrlwytho
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Iulianna Craciun
- Teitl y swydd
- Head of EBRT Planning
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 02381208305
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