Job summary
The Radiotherapy Physics department at Queen's Hospital in Romford is looking for an imaginative Band 8b consultant radiotherapy physicist to lead on all aspects of the production of high-quality treatment plans. Leading on service development and implementation of innovative techniques is a vital part of this role, working in an enthusiastic multi-disciplinary environment with state-of-the-art equipment.
The Radiotherapy department at Queen's Hospital is a well-equipped centre treating patients from across East London and Essex. External beam radiotherapy is delivered on Varian Halcyon, Edge, and Ethos Therapy linacs. The department was the first in the country to treat patients with Halcyon, and to treat patients with on-line adaptive radiotherapy with Ethos. The Edge treatment machine is multimodality, with high-definition MLC, 4D-CBCT, 6 DoF couch, and is HyperArc-enabled. The department also has an Xstrahl Superficial unit. Treatment Planning is done on Eclipse 15.6 (with RapidPlan & MCO licences) and in Ethos, on scans from the department's Siemens 64-slice CT scanner which has respiratory gating enabled. The department fully supports a wide range of clinical trials, and has an excellent selection of QA devices and software. The department embraces and welcomes change, and we are committed to introducing the latest treatment techniques and equipment: current areas of development include RapidPlan, stereotactic treatments and on-line adaptive treatment techniques.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be responsible for the production of all the accuracy and clinical suitability of radiotherapy treatment plans and calculations for external beam radiotherapy at Queen's Hospital, managing the treatment planning team and, with senior colleagues, managing physicists within the department. Leading service improvement and the development of treatment techniques is a key responsibility, as is collaboration with radiotherapy vendors. Involvement in routine QA, management of the department's Aria system, the department's on-line adaptive radiotherapy service, training of trainees and other members of staff, and maintaining the department's Quality System, are also expected as required.
The Trust has Flexible Working and Agile Working policies offering potential for non-standard hours and working from home, provided that the demands of the service can be met.
Interested candidates can arrange an on-site visit to the department or discuss enquiries via phone, email or virtual meeting.
About us
Under the leadership of our Chair, Jacqui Smith and Matthew Trainer, our Chief Executive we provide care for the residents of three diverse London boroughs. More than half of our 7,500 strong workforce are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and most live in Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge. We also provide healthcare services to people in south west Essex, and specialist neurosciences services to the whole of the county.
Our services include all the major specialties of large acute hospitals, operating from two main sites - King George Hospital in Goodmayes and Queen's Hospital in Romford. We also provide outpatient services at Brentwood Community Hospital, Barking Hospital, Loxford Polyclinic and Harold Wood Polyclinic.
As we recover from Covid-19, we're proud to be leading the way in reducing the time our patients wait to get the treatment they need. The pandemic provided the drive for our teams to innovate and change.
We know we have more work to do to improve waiting times for urgent and emergency care, and this will be one of the many benefits of our closer collaboration with Barts Health. Working with them and with all our partners across north east London, we will find a sustainable solution to enhance patient care.
We are particularly proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre; Radiotherapy Centre; Hyper Acute Stroke Unit; and dedicated breast care service at King George Hospital. We're also pleased to be part of the NEL Cancer Alliance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.
Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.
All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.
Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Balram Kullootee, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 4250. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.
Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.
All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.
Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Balram Kullootee, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 4250. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Honours degree (1st or 2nd class) in Physical Science
- Postgraduate MSc degree in Medical Physics or knowledge equivalent to the level of an MSc
- Corporate membership of the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (MIPEM) / Registration with an approved CPD scheme
- HCPC Registered Clinical Scientist
- Evidence of regular attendance at national and international scientific meetings and training courses to ensure up-to-date knowledge
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Holder of RPA2000 Certificate of Competence to be a Medical Physics Expert
- At least 6 years' post-registration experience of working in Radiotherapy including
- oPhoton and electron dosimetry and application of latest UK codes of practice
- oModern computer treatment planning systems
- oApplication of computer treatment planning systems to clinical practice
Desirable
- Publication/presentation track record
- Experience of networking environments
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Knowledge of all radiotherapy planning and treatment techniques, including VMAT, SABR, SRS, and adaptive radiotherapy
- Ability to work under own initiative and without close supervision
- Ability to prioritise work and to demonstrate effective personal time management.
- Ability to work effectively within a team leading when appropriate.
- Ability to oversee implementation of change.
- Good written communication (scientific report writing skill to a high degree will be required).
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Honours degree (1st or 2nd class) in Physical Science
- Postgraduate MSc degree in Medical Physics or knowledge equivalent to the level of an MSc
- Corporate membership of the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (MIPEM) / Registration with an approved CPD scheme
- HCPC Registered Clinical Scientist
- Evidence of regular attendance at national and international scientific meetings and training courses to ensure up-to-date knowledge
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Holder of RPA2000 Certificate of Competence to be a Medical Physics Expert
- At least 6 years' post-registration experience of working in Radiotherapy including
- oPhoton and electron dosimetry and application of latest UK codes of practice
- oModern computer treatment planning systems
- oApplication of computer treatment planning systems to clinical practice
Desirable
- Publication/presentation track record
- Experience of networking environments
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Knowledge of all radiotherapy planning and treatment techniques, including VMAT, SABR, SRS, and adaptive radiotherapy
- Ability to work under own initiative and without close supervision
- Ability to prioritise work and to demonstrate effective personal time management.
- Ability to work effectively within a team leading when appropriate.
- Ability to oversee implementation of change.
- Good written communication (scientific report writing skill to a high degree will be required).
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).
