Medical Physics Apprentice
The closing date is 24 June 2025
Job summary
This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Medical Physics department at University Hospitals Birmingham as an apprentice, to study and gain an undergraduate degree.
You will carry out work-based learning in the department, under supervision, whilst also attending academic sessions at University and earning a salary.
On successful completion of this apprenticeship, you will gain a BSc (Hons) in Healthcare Science (Medical Physics Technology), with recognition of your specialist pathway in either Radiotherapy Physics or Nuclear Medicine. This degree programme is endorsed by the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM), and accredited by the National School of Healthcare Science (NSHCS) as part of Health Education England.
This opportunity will enable you to gain the necessary education, experience, skills and knowledge to work as a Medical Physics Technologist (Healthcare Science Practitioner) in Radiotherapy Physics or Nuclear Medicine.
You will also be required to attend University for seminars, laboratory and practical sessions, plus tutorials and assessments.
There are two roles for Radiotherapy Physics; one role has a focus on the quality assurance and maintenance of the treatment machines, the other role has a focus on patient care and planning of radiotherapy treatment.
Please indicate in your application if you have a preference for Nuclear Medicine, or Radiotherapy Physics (and which Radiotherapy Physics role).
Main duties of the job
To study and gain formal qualification in BSc Healthcare Science Medical Physics through the Healthcare Science Apprenticeship Programme. The post holder will carry out work based learning in the department under the supervision of a workplace supervisor whilst also attending academic sessions as prescribed by the academic institute
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Details
Date posted
03 June 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£14,763 to £23,875 a year
Contract
Apprenticeship
Duration
3 years
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
304-1094123
Job locations
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
West Midlands
B15 2TH
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
West Midlands
B15 2TH
Employer's website
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