Radiotherapy Physics Technologist

2 weeks ago

Swansea, United Kingdom Swansea Bay University Health Board Full time

Job summary

We seek an enthusiastic and motivated Radiotherapy Physics Technologist / Dosimetrist to join the Radiotherapy Physics Service in the South West Wales Cancer Centre (SWWCC) in Swansea. The post holder will provide support for quality control of treatment machines and associated equipment in the centre. Recently qualified BSc graduates, with education in mathematics, physics, or information technology are encouraged to apply. The post would also suit Medical Physics MSc graduates looking to further their experience working in a clinical setting.

The service supports a range of state-of-the-art radiotherapy equipment that includes four Elekta linear accelerators (including SGRT and FFF capability), Philips wide-bore CT-scanner, Pinnacle treatment planning system utilising image fusion (ProSoma), auto segmentation and adaptive techniques (Mirada), and a well-developed oncology information management system (Mosaiq), all deployed in a Citrix environment to provide electronic access across the South-West Wales region.

Treatments are delivered for a number of clinical trials and clinical sites using techniques that include IMRT, VMAT, SBRT, 4D options and SGRT. The Cancer Centre has recently undergone an equipment refresh: replacing our four linear accelerators and a dedicated new CT scanner. The SWWCC has an ongoing collaboration agreement with Elekta to develop the next-generation radiotherapy workflow management software tools.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will be required to perform routine tests on equipment in the department, typically only available on weekends and evenings. They will also ensure that quality control records and local procedures are kept up-to-date and assist with equipment management. Good communication skills are needed to work closely with clinical scientists supporting the service and engineers who perform maintenance on the treatment machines.

The successful candidate will have a Degree or HND in an appropriate subject (or equivalent experience) for this role. The candidate will have good organisational skills and a commitment to improving services. Ideally, experience working in a Radiotherapy Physics Department would be desirable.

Due to the requirements of the service, the post holder will be expected to routinely work on weekends, with specific arrangements to be discussed at interview.

This post is fixed term for 12 months to cover maternity leave.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative,forward-thinking organisation.

You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.

There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; genderidentity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.

Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.

If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all thebenefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Applynow to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Relevant Degree/HND

Desirable

Degree with a strong Medical Physics component Registration as a Radiotherapy Physics Clinical Technologist

Experience

Essential

Practical experience in physical or biological sciences Participation in a scientific project/ research

Desirable

Experience working in a Radiotherapy Medical Physics Department

Skills

Essential

Good Written and Oral Communication Skills Manual and mental dexterity to perform practical tasks with a high degree of accuracy and precision

Desirable

Ability to manage own time and prioritise Ability to Speak welsh

Values

Essential

Demonstrates Values Required for the role

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