Dosimetrist

Progressive Band 5-6 Dosimetrist (Radiotherapy)
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
This is a progressive post suitable for newly qualified applicants appointed at Band 5 or staff with relevant experience will be appointed at Band 6. Newly qualified staff will have set competencies to become a Band 6 which you will be expected to complete within 12 months.
We have a comprehensive clinical trials portfolio and research projects ongoing in areas of imaging and dosimetry. Southampton is equipped with 6 linacs and 2 dedicated planning CTs and Basingstoke is equipped with a further linac and dedicated planning CT and HDR brachythery equipment.
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. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
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.
The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
They will work directly with patients to deliver bespoke immobilisation solutions as well as supporting evaluation and procurement of optimal solutions and teaching and training. They will work directly with patients to deliver bespoke immobilisation solutions as well as supporting evaluation and procurement of optimal solutions and teaching and training. Training will be delivered to develop specialist skills in Radiotherapy Physics.
Qualifications / training required
Specialist knowledge of anatomy and physiology, radiation interactions and advanced radiotherapy techniques, Practical training in complex treatment planning and mould room skills.
Vocational degree in Therapeutic Radiography or Medical Technology
Training as a Clinical Technologist in Radiotherapy Physics or as a Therapeutic Radiographer supplemented by significant expertise in radiotherapy planning techniques gained through CPD and work based training. Broad knowledge of anatomy, physiology radiotherapy treatment planning, mould room skills and dosimetry