Description
A 12-month fixed-term maternity cover job opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Radiotherapy Physicist to join the friendly and dynamic radiotherapy physics team at the Royal Free Hospital. Either HCPC registered Clinical Scientist or eligible for registration within 3 months are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidates should be dedicated, communicative, and collaborative persons willing to participate in all aspects of the radiotherapy physics service.
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies, and carry out more than 17 million tests.
Job Responsibilities: Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification:
- Education and Professional Qualifications:
- Honours first degree (1st or 2nd) in physics or containing a major physics component.
- Relevant MSc or higher degree or equivalent level of knowledge.
- Successful completion of MSC STP in Radiotherapy Physics, ACS Route 2, AHCS STP Equivalence or equivalent.
- Registered Clinical Scientist with HCPC or eligible for membership within 1 year.
- Experience:
- Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge and experience of radiation dosimetry, patient dosimetry, treatment unit technology, treatment planning systems, quality assurance, dosimetry equipment, and computer systems in radiotherapy.
- Knowledge of clinical procedures and practices in radiotherapy.
- Broad understanding of patient and staff risks arising from equipment failure and staff error.
- Skills and Aptitudes:
- Able to priorities and manage own workload with effective time management skills.
- Flexible, able to adjust commitments when required and work to tight deadlines.
- Able to deal with complex and unpredictable situations.
Benefits: The Trust offers a range of benefits, including flexible hours and generous benefits, to next-level training.
Salary: £58,133 to £65,261 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS