Job summary
Are you looking for a new opportunity in the beautiful and historic city of Lincoln? The radiotherapy team is aspiring to deliver state of the art treatments with motion management as our major focus using SGRT. Our suite of equipment and software is simplifying the routine activities and enabling us to focus on the more clinical aspects in a multidisciplinary team setting. The team have recently seen the integration of AI contouring and 3D printing which has streamlined in-house processes.
CT imaging is provided by a Toshiba Aquillion LB CT scanner , recently upgraded to include SEMAR, with Vision RT's GateCT adding the 4D aspect. This follows through to the TrueBeams utilising AlignRT.
The Brachytherapy service is provided by a multidisciplinary team in a dedicated suite. An Elekta HDR unit is used for gynae and prostate treatments, with Oncentra Masterplan and Oncentra Prostate planning systems. In addition there is an I125 seed prostate service using U/S guidance with Variseed planning. We also run the iodine ablation service.
The external beam service is provided by Varian TrueBeams, with MMI and OBI CBCT, and Eclipse planning system. Tattooless DIBH treatments utilising the SGRT AlignRT system are now routine in the department.
Main duties of the job
Dosimetrist Band 6 x 2
We are looking for two Dosimetrists, on the register of clinical technologists, or a state registered (HCPC) Radiographer with a relevant degree or equivalent post qualification experience and specialist knowledge in at least two areas; treatment planning, mould room, brachytherapy including iodine ablation.
You will have a relevant Healthcare Science degree or Radiotherapy and Oncology degree. You will want to develop your work practices to cover the multitude of new opportunities available through guidelines, peer reviewed publications and within the scope of our quality improvement programme and risk management strategies.
Multi-disciplinary working is essential and it is expected that you will be someone who can work as part of the team. The size of the department provides opportunities to be involved in many different areas of work and be part of the working groups improving aspects of patient throughput and experience.
Please contact Martin Cawley 01522 572281 to discuss this post or to arrange an informal visit. An MS Teams chat can be accommodated.
About us
Our Trust is situated in the beautiful county of Lincolnshire and is one of the biggest acute hospital trusts in England, serving a population of more than 700,000 people. We provide acute and specialist services to people in Lincolnshire and neighbouring counties. We have an annual income of £643 million (20/21) and we employ nearly 8,500 people.
Our Board have recently agreed a new vision statement - "Outstanding Care Personally Delivered" - stating their ambition for our Trust to be among the best.
We also have a five year Integrated Improvement Plan setting out how we will achieve our strategic objectives, for patients, services, people and partners, the last recognising that our future success depends on our ability to ensure the Lincolnshire healthcare system is successful in achieving its ambition to help people live healthier lives and provide care closer to where people live.
Our latest CQC report increased our ratings for being effective and well-led from 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good'. Our rating for caring remained as 'Good'.
This is in recognition of the huge amount of work that our amazing staff have done to improve the quality of care for our patients in recent years.
We are committed to helping our staff balance their work and home lives and ensure they feel supported, valued and appreciated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work as part of a team of staff and assist in the provision of a high quality Radiotherapy service with ISO 9001 accreditation since 1997; To undertake external beam radiotherapy treatment planning, Brachytherapy planning as part of a multi-disciplinary team using appropriate software packages. To undertake Mould Room duties as part of a multi-disciplinary team. To participate in some machine dosimetry and the iodine ablation service
You will contribute to the training of PTP apprentices, STPs and other staff rotating through planning.
Please refer to the job description and person specification for the details.
What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!!!
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work as part of a team of staff and assist in the provision of a high quality Radiotherapy service with ISO 9001 accreditation since 1997; To undertake external beam radiotherapy treatment planning, Brachytherapy planning as part of a multi-disciplinary team using appropriate software packages. To undertake Mould Room duties as part of a multi-disciplinary team. To participate in some machine dosimetry and the iodine ablation service
You will contribute to the training of PTP apprentices, STPs and other staff rotating through planning.
Please refer to the job description and person specification for the details.
What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!!!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Technologist BTEC HNC in Medical Physics or equivalent, or a Healthcare Science degree in an appropriate subject and an equivalent level of knowledge. Incorporate membership of IPEM, IIPEM Registration as a Clinical Technologist on an appropriate register
- Or Radiographer DCR(T) or BSc (Hons) in Radiotherapy and Oncology or equivalent.
- State registration via HCPC
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD
- Short specialist training courses.
- Postgraduate diploma or equivalent level of knowledge
Knowledge, Skills & Aptitudes
Essential
- Specialist knowledge across a range of techniques
- Awareness of all legislation relevant to the post
- Good organisational skills
Desirable
- Ability to critically analyse and develop new techniques
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience as a dosimetrist for external beam and/or brachytherapy; dosimetry measurements on therapy equipment
Desirable
- Involvement in the implementation of new techniques / technology
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure and to deal with stressful situations
- Flexible and willing to undertake a wide range of duties as a member of a team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Technologist BTEC HNC in Medical Physics or equivalent, or a Healthcare Science degree in an appropriate subject and an equivalent level of knowledge. Incorporate membership of IPEM, IIPEM Registration as a Clinical Technologist on an appropriate register
- Or Radiographer DCR(T) or BSc (Hons) in Radiotherapy and Oncology or equivalent.
- State registration via HCPC
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD
- Short specialist training courses.
- Postgraduate diploma or equivalent level of knowledge
Knowledge, Skills & Aptitudes
Essential
- Specialist knowledge across a range of techniques
- Awareness of all legislation relevant to the post
- Good organisational skills
Desirable
- Ability to critically analyse and develop new techniques
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience as a dosimetrist for external beam and/or brachytherapy; dosimetry measurements on therapy equipment
Desirable
- Involvement in the implementation of new techniques / technology
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure and to deal with stressful situations
- Flexible and willing to undertake a wide range of duties as a member of a team
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).
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).
