Job summary Radiotherapy Principal Physicist- Band 8a We welcome applications from candidates with relevant qualifications, however those with less experience are invited to apply. The post holder will provide leadership in the area of clinical computing within radiotherapy. Some Saturday working is required Main duties of the job To participate in the safe delivery of Radiotherapy at Cheltenham General Hospital (GRH) and the satellite centre in conjunction with other Medical Physics Experts (MPEs) and senior staff within the Radiotherapy Department, with particular concentration on all aspects of computing related medical devices within the service including Treatment Planning Systems, Dose Calculation Software, Oncology Information Systems and bespoke solutions. To develop and maintain information and computing systems used to ensure all patients have excellent care in our Radiotherapy centre To have an in-depth knowledge of the legislation associated with ionising radiation, including the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 and the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017 To participate in staff training including for trainee clinical scientists, clinical technologists and radiographers. About us Gloucestershire Hospitals is one of the largest hospital trusts in England serving a diverse population of almost 620,000 people. We provide acute hospital services from two large district general hospitals, Cheltenham General Hospital and Gloucestershire Royal Hospital. Maternity Services are also provided at Stroud Maternity Hospital. Our people are at the heart of what we do. Our workforce is almost 8,000 strong and our caring and dedicated staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care across a range of clinical areas. We also have exceptional teams of professional services staff underpinning our vision every step of the way. We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us to achieve our vision of providing Best Care for Everyone and our success depends on the commitment and dedication of our staff. We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity for everyone, valuing and celebrating differences and encouraging a workplace and culture where all can thrive. We endeavour to ensure each and every person working in our organisation feel respected and valued. Respecting and valuing differences will help to ensure that our policies and services reflect the needs and experiences of the people and community we serve. Date posted 18 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 318-24-D&S-T1861 Job locations Cheltenham General Hospital Sandford Road Cheltenham GL53 7AN Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description for more information on the main responsibilities for this vacancy. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description for more information on the main responsibilities for this vacancy. Person Specification Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Essential MSc in Medical Physics HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist (Medical Physics) Extensive post-registration experience or equivalent in radiotherapy Certificate of competence as a Medical Physics Expert in Radiotherapy Significant experience of scientific computing Degree in physics or related discipline Understanding of legislation as applied to clinical computing Desirable Evidence of delivering scientific training and education Evidence of dealing with radiation incidents and interaction with regulators. Up-to-date detailed expert knowledge of Ionising Radiation Physics and relevant Radiation Protection legislation Experience of delivering quality control programmes within Radiotherapy Person Specification Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Essential MSc in Medical Physics HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist (Medical Physics) Extensive post-registration experience or equivalent in radiotherapy Certificate of competence as a Medical Physics Expert in Radiotherapy Significant experience of scientific computing Degree in physics or related discipline Understanding of legislation as applied to clinical computing Desirable Evidence of delivering scientific training and education Evidence of dealing with radiation incidents and interaction with regulators. Up-to-date detailed expert knowledge of Ionising Radiation Physics and relevant Radiation Protection legislation Experience of delivering quality control programmes within Radiotherapy 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. 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Cheltenham General Hospital Sandford Road Cheltenham GL53 7AN Employer's website https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)