Shape the Future of Radiotherapy Treatment at Peterborough City Hospital
Due to an internal secondment, we are seeking a
highly experienced, registered Radiotherapy Dosimetrist (HCPC/VRCT)
to take a senior role within our radiotherapy planning team at Peterborough City Hospital on a 12-month fixed-term basis. This is an exceptional opportunity to influence the direction of our cutting-edge radiotherapy services and join a team dedicated to providing top-tier patient care. Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for: Acting as lead for SABR planning and technique development, or acting as planning lead for clinical trials implementation and national audit Deputising for the Radiotherapy Planning Manager as required Assisting with the management of complex treatment planning pathways Provision of highly complex clinical technical information to oncologists and radiographers Training of radiographer, planning, and physics staff in treatment planning techniques About us
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area. As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including: Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff) Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme Flexible working opportunities Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment Access to our in-house physiotherapy service On-site canteens offering subsidised meals Subsidised staff parking (currently free) Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached documents for a full description of the main duties and responsibilities of the role. Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
BSc degree in Radiography, Radiotherapy Physics, or equivalent Higher degree (MSc or equivalent) or equivalent level of experience Qualified Clinical Technologist or Therapy Radiographer (with, or eligible for, registration with the HCPC or the Voluntary Register for Clinical Technologists). Desirable
Published papers/presentations Key Skills/Abilities
Essential
Understanding of the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposures) Regulations 2017 Extensive knowledge of the techniques employed to produce and check radiotherapy treatment plans and measure radiation doses. Experience of managing clinical teams to maintain radiotherapy planning pathways Experience
Essential
Specialist experience in the use of specialist software for the planning of very complex, patient-critical radiotherapy Highly-specialist clinical experience of advanced radiotherapy planning techniques, including SABR Experience of radiotherapy planning trials QA, management, and reporting processes. Employer details
Employer name
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Address
Peterborough City Hospital Peterborough PE3 9GZ Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 176-F-6829491
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Due to an internal secondment, we are seeking a
highly experienced, registered Radiotherapy Dosimetrist (HCPC/VRCT)
to take a senior role within our radiotherapy planning team at Peterborough City Hospital on a 12-month fixed-term basis. This is an exceptional opportunity to influence the direction of our cutting-edge radiotherapy services and join a team dedicated to providing top-tier patient care. Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for: Acting as lead for SABR planning and technique development, or acting as planning lead for clinical trials implementation and national audit Deputising for the Radiotherapy Planning Manager as required Assisting with the management of complex treatment planning pathways Provision of highly complex clinical technical information to oncologists and radiographers Training of radiographer, planning, and physics staff in treatment planning techniques About us
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area. As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including: Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff) Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme Flexible working opportunities Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment Access to our in-house physiotherapy service On-site canteens offering subsidised meals Subsidised staff parking (currently free) Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached documents for a full description of the main duties and responsibilities of the role. Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
BSc degree in Radiography, Radiotherapy Physics, or equivalent Higher degree (MSc or equivalent) or equivalent level of experience Qualified Clinical Technologist or Therapy Radiographer (with, or eligible for, registration with the HCPC or the Voluntary Register for Clinical Technologists). Desirable
Published papers/presentations Key Skills/Abilities
Essential
Understanding of the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposures) Regulations 2017 Extensive knowledge of the techniques employed to produce and check radiotherapy treatment plans and measure radiation doses. Experience of managing clinical teams to maintain radiotherapy planning pathways Experience
Essential
Specialist experience in the use of specialist software for the planning of very complex, patient-critical radiotherapy Highly-specialist clinical experience of advanced radiotherapy planning techniques, including SABR Experience of radiotherapy planning trials QA, management, and reporting processes. Employer details
Employer name
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Address
Peterborough City Hospital Peterborough PE3 9GZ Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 176-F-6829491
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