Senior Specialist Radiographer in Radiotherapy Physics (Dosimetrist)

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

UCLH top trust to work at in England - for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England - for the second year in a row.

UCLH top trust to work at in England - for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.

At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.

Person specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential criteria

• BSc Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of the College of Radiographers D.C.R.T.
• State registration or eligible

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of further study/ ongoing education
• MSc Level equivalent education

Experience

Essential criteria

• Knowledge of varied radiotherapeutic techniques
• Experience with Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel
• Treatment Planning experience
• Experience of 3-D Treatment Planning systems.
• Experience of IMRT/VMAT planning
• Understanding of hazards posed by, and precautions needed with: Ionising radiation

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of Varian treatment equipment and techniques.
• Experience with ARIA Radiation Oncology Management system

Skills and Abilities

Essential criteria

• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the day-to-day running and organisation of a Treatment Planning section.
• Experience with Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel

Desirable criteria

• Experience with ARIA Radiation Oncology Management system
• Understanding of Quality systems within Radiotherapy
• Ability to participate in introduction of new radiotherapy techniques and to implement change

Communication

Essential criteria

• Excellent communication skills with an ability to relate confidently to all hospital staff
• Must be able to communicate in a sensitive manner when talking to patients.

Personal and People Development

Essential criteria

• Evidence of Continuing personal development (CPD)
• Willingness to attend courses and keep abreast of developments in the service

Desirable criteria

• Experience of training junior Staff including doctors and radiographers

Specific Requirements

Essential criteria

• Able to vary working hours to meet needs of the department

At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.

At UCLH we take equality of opportunity seriously and are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, with a culture that creates a real sense of belonging and trust. It is our fundamental aim, to recruit, retain and promote a diverse mix of people who are representative of our local communities. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to support our world class research, innovation and creativity.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff and has a dedicated policy which allows staff to apply for flexible working right from the beginning of employment. For more information please go to: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/work-with-us/why-choose-uclh/flexible-working.

We offer our permanent staff an interest free season ticket loan for travel, all our staff have access to free independent and confidential support, large retail discounts, a staff discount platform, cycle to work scheme and on-site accommodation to name a few.

Additionally, UCLH Arts and Heritage's staff wellbeing programme, Creative Comfort, offers a variety of ways to engage with the arts as a member of UCLH staff. You can try out the weekly choir, weekly art club and join the Culture Club for exclusive access to free and discounted tickets for opera, exhibitions, theatre and more.

We recognise, reward and thank colleagues by nominating them for our annual Celebrating Excellence Awards, which are funded by UCLH Charity.

We are also members of www.mytrustbenefits.co.uk/ which offers discounts on high street retail stores, offers on travel deals, and also to take advantage of cash back schemes.

This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.

Please note that all correspondence regarding your application will be via email. The emails will be sent to you via TRAC.jobs and not via NHS Jobs, we encourage you to check your inbox regularly.

Please note that if you are at present in a training position on the 2016 new junior doctor's contract and are applying for a Trust doctor role your salary will not be pay protected.

You will be placed on the appropriate point of the Trust Doctor pay scale based on your previous experience.

Please note that if you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date of the advert to assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

The Trust uses electronic new starter forms on Trac to collect personal details. Information collected is securely stored and used to set up the employee record on the ESR HR system.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

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.

Documents to download

• Job Description (PDF, 424.4KB)
• Functional Requirements (PDF, 262.3KB)
• UCLH Values (PDF, 860.9KB)