Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Scientist with radiotherapy experience to join a friendly and enthusiastic team in a busy Radiosurgery Physics department providing scientific and technical support to the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery.
The National Centre in Sheffield has been treating patients with the Gamma Knife since 1985 and has recently installed the world's first Gamma Knife Esprit unit providing exciting opportunities for development. The centre currently treats around 950 patients per year. The post provides a mix of experience in an area where radiotherapy physics, MR physics and diagnostic radiation physics are all applied.
You will participate in all aspects of the service including:
- Radiosurgery treatment planning.
- Treatment delivery.
- Equipment quality assurance and dosimetry.
- Development and maintenance of our Quality Management System.
- Patient data analysis for service evaluation and the research and development activities of the department.
Applications will be considered from trainees who are close to completion of the Scientist Training Programme who would be appointed at band 6 until registration is confirmed.
For further information, please contact Katie Hunt via katharine.hunt@nhs.net or call +44 114 271 1783.
Closing date: 29th October 2023, Interview date: 14th November
Main duties of the job
To take an active role in the provision of medical physics support for the stereotactic radiosurgery services, including the scientific input at all stages of the patient preparation, target localisation, planning and treatment processes.
To ensure all work complies with current UK legislation for work with ionising radiation (IRR 2017, IR(ME)R 2017)
To take an active role in the maintenance and development of the quality management system (ISO 9001:2015) within the radiosurgery service.
To participate in the development of new techniques, advising and implementing as and when required while maintaining patient safety.
To participate in the physics-based research and development of techniques within the section
Please note this vacancy is banded dependent upon applicants skills/experience relevant to this post. The banding of the successful applicant/s will start at Band 6 unless applicants meet the necessary threshold of skills and experience required to start on Band 7.
About us
The Radiosurgery Physics Section provides scientific support to the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery, which offers Gamma Knife treatment for patients from the across the UK. Gamma Knife Radiosurgery is a highly specialised radiotherapy treatment for abnormalities in the brain which requires precise target localisation, complex planning and accurate patient positioning (to sub-millimetre accuracy) for treatment.
The section consists of a highly specialist team of 3 clinical scientists and 4 clinical technologists who possess a unique combination of multi-disciplinary skills which are applied in the localisation, treatment planning and treatment delivery processes. The section is responsible for ensuring that the Gamma Knife radiotherapy device is maintained and quality assured to the highest standards to ensure the safe and accurate radiation delivery. The section contributes to the continuous improvement of the unique service through research and development and the incorporation of innovative techniques and technology.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals is one of the largest NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK and has a strong reputation for innovation and development of services. Sheffield lies on the boundary of the Peak District National Park and provides an excellent location for those who wish to live in an area that includes both city living and easy access to the countryside and outdoor life.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for the full details of the Band 7 Clinical Scientist role and the Band 6 Trainee Clinical Scientist role.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for the full details of the Band 7 Clinical Scientist role and the Band 6 Trainee Clinical Scientist role.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- First or Second-class degree in Physics or equivalent. (Band 7)
- Postgraduate degree or equivalent in medical physics relevant subject area or for band 6 role: enrolled on such masters, close to completion
- Registration as a Clinical Scientist with the HCPC or for band 6 role: ability to register within a short timescale
Desirable
- Specialist training in Radiotherapy/Radiosurgery
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience in clinical science with evidence of scientific activity within Radiotherapy Physics and proven ability in a hospital environment. It is generally expected that part of this experience will have been gained through structured basic and advanced training programmes. Masters degree or equivalent in medical physics relevant subject area or enrolled on such masters, close to completion
Desirable
- Competence in scientific computing and IT (Band 6 & Band 7)
- Evidence of research experience through presentation at scientific meetings or publication in peer-reviewed journals (Band 6 & Band 7)
- Experience in the specialised field of Stereotactic Radiosurgery. (Band 6 & Band 7)
- Experience working with an ISO9001 Quality Management system (Band 6 & Band 7)
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to deal with complex and unpredictable situations.
- Good communication skills.
- Good organisational skills.
- Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Motivated and Enthusiastic approach.
- Understanding of the need for confidentiality.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Caring attitude.
- Regular and punctual attendance.
- Flexible and adaptable with ability to work some evening hours on a rota system.
- Able and willing to continue personal development and to keep up to date with developments in the specialty.
Values and Behaviours (PROUD)
Essential
- Patients first - Strong focus on ensuring the patient is at the heart of the service
- Respectful - Values the diversity of service users and colleagues
- Ownership - Strives to continually improve and is accountable for own actions
- Unity - Develops strong working relationships
- Delivery - Committed to service delivery
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- First or Second-class degree in Physics or equivalent. (Band 7)
- Postgraduate degree or equivalent in medical physics relevant subject area or for band 6 role: enrolled on such masters, close to completion
- Registration as a Clinical Scientist with the HCPC or for band 6 role: ability to register within a short timescale
Desirable
- Specialist training in Radiotherapy/Radiosurgery
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience in clinical science with evidence of scientific activity within Radiotherapy Physics and proven ability in a hospital environment. It is generally expected that part of this experience will have been gained through structured basic and advanced training programmes. Masters degree or equivalent in medical physics relevant subject area or enrolled on such masters, close to completion
Desirable
- Competence in scientific computing and IT (Band 6 & Band 7)
- Evidence of research experience through presentation at scientific meetings or publication in peer-reviewed journals (Band 6 & Band 7)
- Experience in the specialised field of Stereotactic Radiosurgery. (Band 6 & Band 7)
- Experience working with an ISO9001 Quality Management system (Band 6 & Band 7)
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to deal with complex and unpredictable situations.
- Good communication skills.
- Good organisational skills.
- Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Motivated and Enthusiastic approach.
- Understanding of the need for confidentiality.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Caring attitude.
- Regular and punctual attendance.
- Flexible and adaptable with ability to work some evening hours on a rota system.
- Able and willing to continue personal development and to keep up to date with developments in the specialty.
Values and Behaviours (PROUD)
Essential
- Patients first - Strong focus on ensuring the patient is at the heart of the service
- Respectful - Values the diversity of service users and colleagues
- Ownership - Strives to continually improve and is accountable for own actions
- Unity - Develops strong working relationships
- Delivery - Committed to service delivery
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
