Dosimetrist

Bristol Radiotherapy Physics has a brand new,Band 5 Dosimetrist/Clinical Technologist post due to an exciting expansion of our service.

There is lots to get involved with as a Band 5 with additional possibility to gain HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist via Route 2.

In Bristol we have 5 Elekta Agility-Head linacs with onboard imaging (our next commissioning cycle kicks off next year), Varian HDR brachytherapy (Prostate, Gynae, Oesophagus, Skin), Gammaknife, Molecular RT, 2 Philips Wide Bore CT’s, Raystation TPS, Clarity Ultrasound and surface guided RT, as well as a 3D printer.

Bristol is wonderful place to live. There are lots of things to do and we have easy access to the coast and countryside, and easy transport links to South Wales, London, and the North. We are a very friendly and sociable department.

The Radiotherapy Physics group works with a multidisciplinary team including doctors, radiographers, computing and engineering staff.

We use and develop the latest technology to ensure the best possible radiotherapy treatments for our patients.

We are a large, friendly, sociable group that work hard to provide the best possible outcomes for our patients.
- Plan and carry out calibration measurements and QC equipment checks of Linear Accelerators, Brachytherapy unit, CT scanner, MRI Scanner and associated equipment, to ensure their safe and accurate operation, in accordance with Radiotherapy Physics department’s QA program traceable to professional and National Standards.
- Carry out initial QC data analysis, for checking by competent Physicists. Understand the acceptable tolerances and immediately draw to the attention of the Head of Section, or other appropriate physicist, any data that is not within tolerance.
- Undertake acceptance testing and commissioning of radiotherapy equipment, as determined by the Head of Section
- To generate treatment plans for simple and complex radiotherapy treatments for a range of clinical sites.
- The post-holder may assist with specialist clinical technical services, for example as part of the TBI, Gamma knife or Brachytherapy rotas.
- To assist with administration tasks related to dosimetry.
- In providing all the above services, the post holder acts as an Operator within the meaning of the Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposures) Regulations.

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.