Band 7 Radiotherapy Physicist

Bhrhospitals; Romford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Romford is recruiting a Radiotherapy Physicist. This role involves ensuring effective radiotherapy services, including treatment planning, equipment quality control, and dosimetry. Candidates must possess an accredited MSc in Medical Physics and be HCPC-registered clinical scientists. Join a dynamic team committed to delivering advanced oncology care, with opportunities for career development in a supportive environment. Flexible working arrangements may be discussed.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Accredited MSc in Medical Physics or equivalent education.
• HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist is essential.
• Relevant postgraduate experience with radiotherapy physics is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and effective Radiotherapy Physics service.
• Involved in treatment planning and equipment quality control.
• Conduct dosimetry and quality assurance systems.

Skills

Photon and electron dosimetry

Radiotherapy imaging

Quality assurance systems

Treatment planning

Equipment quality control

Education

Accredited MSc in Medical Physics or equivalent

HCPC-Registered Clinical Scientist

Eligible for Corporate Membership of MIPEM

Job description

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PEOPLE are at the HEART of everything we do

We are looking for someone to join our Radiotherapy Physics team as a Band 7 Radiotherapy Physicist.

The Oncology department is a well-equipped centre treating patients from across East London and Essex, committed to introducing the latest treatment techniques and equipment. External beam radiotherapy is delivered on Varian Halcyon, Edge, and Ethos Therapy linacs. The Edge is our stereotactic machine, with HDMLC, 4D-CBCT, 6 DoF couch, and HyperArc-enabled. Aria is cloud‑based, hosted by Varian. Treatment planning is done on Eclipse 17 (with RapidPlan and MCO licences) and in Ethos v2, with auto-contouring on Limbus. The department fully supports a wide range of clinical trials, and has an excellent selection of QA devices and software. We have a new Siemens go.Sim CT scanner; within the last two years we have introduced HyperSight on Ethos and Identify SGRT on all linacs. Our current commissioned SABR treatments are lung, bone (non‑spine), nodes, adrenal nodes, and spine, and we have recently started providing an intra‑cranial SRS service in partnership with Barts Health. We have collaborations and co‑operations with radiotherapy equipment vendors for reference site visits, training, beta testing and product development. A full linac refresh is due in 2027.
STP trainees in their last year of training are encouraged to apply.

Main duties of the job

Involved in all aspects of providing a safe and effective Radiotherapy Physics service, including treatment planning, equipment quality control, dosimetry, imaging, quality assurance systems and information systems.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Sarah Wood, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 4188. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.

Person specification

Education / Qualification

• Accredited MSc in Medical Physics or equivalent
• HCPC-Registered Clinical Scientist.
• Eligible for Corporate Membership of the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (MIPEM)

Experience / Knowledge

• Familiarity with photon and electron dosimetry and application of the latest UK Codes of Practice, and IR(ME)R legislation
• Relevant postgraduate experience which must include radiotherapy physics
• Highly developed specialist knowledge in one or more particular areas (e.g. IMRT, IGRT, SABR, radiotherapy imaging, film dosimetry, EPID dosimetry and/or any patient specific QA, electron treatment, treatment planning site specialisation, in vivo dosimetry etc.)

Ensuring people settle in and feel part of our Trust straight away is one of our top priorities. We hold two corporate welcome events each month and, if successful, you will start on one of these days so we can provide you with a seamless and welcoming introduction to our Trust.

We believe that providing the highest quality of care, is about having the best people, inspired and supported by the best leaders, and backed by the best training and career development opportunities. Our vision is to provide outstanding healthcare to our community, delivered with pride. It is driven by our PRIDE values and behaviours which were developed together with our staff.

Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospital NHS Trust is committed to Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults is central to the care provided by our Trust and the post holder must be aware of their responsibilities and work in line with our Trust’s Safeguarding Adult and Children Procedures.

All salaries are inclusive of standard allowances e.g. High Cost Area for staff on Agenda for Change contracts.

To create an inclusive and diverse workplace, we will work with you to get the best experience, so that you can provide outstanding care for our local community. We are happy to have an open discussion on part‑time hours and flexible working and will consider your requirements if our service is able to accommodate. Please have discussion with the recruiting manager about your flexibility requirements.

All correspondence regarding this application will be by e‑mail, please check as some emails may fall into your junk folder.

Please ensure that the references are from your most recent employer and one of these must be your direct Line Manager or Supervisor. Additionally, ensure that any gaps in your employment history are clearly indicated. Please ensure business/organisation email addresses are provided for all referees.

Barking, Havering, and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust (BHRUT) uses TrustID identification technology to verify essential documents, such as passports and driving licenses. All new employees will be expected to have their original documents verified through TrustID.

In line with UKVI guidelines BHRUT is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship for Band 2 or Band 3 positions.

We may close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received and to support with streamlining the recruitment process.

Unfortunately due to the large number of applications that the Trust receives for some posts, it is not possible to reply to every unsuccessful application.

If you have not received a response within 3 weeks of the closing date of an advert, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Trust buildings and grounds became fully Smoke Free on National No Smoking Day 11th March 2015. The Trust expects all staff to promote healthy living and to set good examples in their own behaviour. Those not ready to quit smoking must remain smoke free during working hours, and will not be able to smoke in Trust uniform, in Trust grounds including car parks, while driving on Trust business or take smoking breaks. Second hand smoke causes heart and lung disease, and is harmful to young children. However, disposable or rechargeable e‑cigarettes (“vaping”) may be used outside hospital buildings.

We are an equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community and welcomes applications from people wishing to job‑share, either with or without a partner. Applicants who consider themselves to have a disability (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be shortlisted for interview if they meet the essential criteria. We also operate strict screening procedures for posts with access to vulnerable adults and children.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

There’s never been a better time to join the team. Apply online now.

We have a wide range of flexible, temporary and part‑time opportunities.