Radiotherapy Dosimetrist, Healthcare Science Practitioner

Job summary

A Radiotherapy Dosimetrist is a medical professional that provides technical support in the field of Radiotherapy. Dosimetrists will generate treatment plans, manufacture immobilisation devices, and assist with dosimetric measurement to provide optimum treatment for patients.

An exciting opportunity presents itself to join the Radiotherapy Treatment Planning team at University Hospitals NHS Trust, Coventry. The candidate should have a Level 6 qualification (e.g. BSc. (Hons)) with a successful completion of an IPEM accredited training scheme. The candidate will be enthusiastic, motivated, and dynamic with strong communication skills and willingness to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Dosimetrists, Clinical Scientists, Radiographers and Clinical Oncologists and will be able to demonstrate a range of highly technical skills which are invaluable in the treatment of those suffering from cancer. The candidate will primarily work in treatment planning, mould room, brachytherapy.

For more information, please contact Michael Brown on 02476 967255, or Michael.Brown@UHCW.NHS.UK

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Please be advised there is a proposed interview date of 31st July 2025.

Main duties of the job

• Genertating treatment plans, both 3dCRT and VMAT/IMRT.
• Producing patient immobilisation devices.
• Manufacture of patient aids for the purpose of radiotherapy, including sheilding and build-up materials.
• Brachytherapy theatres including use of ultrasound, and the treating of patients.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.