Job summary We are looking to recruit an experienced Dosimetrist (Clinical Technologist or Therapeutic Radiographer), with particular skills and interest in Treatment Planning and Mould room duties. The post holder will participate largely in these areas but experience in Brachytherapy or Linac QA and Dosimetry would be beneficial. The Radiotherapy Physics Service has 48 scientific and technical staff working to treat approximately 5000 patients per year on 6 linear accelerators, 2 TomoTherapy HD units, and a CyberKnife unit. The department has 2 wide-bore CT scanners, a dedicated HDR suite, and RayStation, TomoTherapy and CK planning systems. There are two posts, one is 1.0 WTE (37.5 hours), and one is 0.6 WTE (22.5 hours). Main duties of the job The post holder will participate primarily within the Treatment Planning and Mould Room sections of the radiotherapy department, and should have extensive experience in 3DCRT and IMRT planning techniques. UHB currently delivers IMRT to 80% of radical patients. 4DCT and SABR techniques are in routine use for all current clinical indications, and a well developed adaptive planning service is in place. Participation in these services, clinical trials and in technical developments across the department would be expected. Due to the nature of the role the post holder will be expected to work flexibly as the service requires, including participation in an on-call weekend rota for emergency patients. Applications from less experienced candidates would be considered for appointment at a lower band. For further information on the above position please contact Matthew Brennan, or David Stange on 44 (0)121 351 5051 (Matthew.Brennanuhb.nhs.uk) or (David.Stangeuhb.nhs.uk) About us We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Date posted 18 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 304-1081304 Job locations Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant BSc or equivalent. Registration on the Register of Clinical Technologists or Health Care Professionals Council (HCPC) Experience Essential Subsequent Field Work / Training Courses / Updating and experience in Radiotherapy Planning Dosimetry. Understanding of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines, e.g. IRR, IR(ME)R, ISO 9001:2000, Data Protection Act, Caldicott and other relevant BSI and ISO standards, professional and regulatory body reports and guidelines. Able to keep abreast of developing Treatment Planning Dosimetry and Mould Room Technology techniques and apply relevant advances. Ability to contribute, sometimes in a multidisciplinary approach, in the development, implementation and use of new equipment and techniques and Clinical Trials. Undertakes R&D projects as part of regular activity Competency and fluency with Trust standard software packages (e.g. Word, Excel, e-mail etc.) and with specialist Radiotherapy systems (e.g. Mosaiq Radiotherapy data/information system). Regular requirement to produce reports, drawings and statistics Full competency and expertise in the use of various Radiotherapy Planning software tools for 3D and IMRT work. Competency in the use of the Q-Pulse ISO management system to update Oncology Quality Management System procedures, protocols and other documentation. Additional Criteria Essential Specialist knowledge and expertise, underpinned by theoretical knowledge gained through study beyond Graduate level plus additional practical experience in the area of Radiotherapy Treatment Planning Dosimetry and Mould Room Technology. Extensive experience in the use of a wide range of manual methods and computerised Treatment Planning Dosimetry systems to produce routine and non-standard treatment plans. Radiation Oncology: Knowledge of anatomy, radiobiology and tolerance doses to organs at risk. Evidence of Continuous Professional Development and PDRS assessments, or equivalent evidence of career progression over a minimum of 2 years post Registration. Evidence of career progression at post Registration level. Competence and expertise in the performance of the full range of Treatment Planning Dosimetry procedures undertaken within the Radiotherapy Physics Planning Room. Specialist knowledge required for 3D conformal treatment planning, including ability to interpret anatomical information from CT and other imaging modalities and knowledge of radiobiologically significant organ dose tolerances. The ability to critically evaluate the highly complex facts which influence the choice of every radiotherapy plan from a wide range of options for each individual patient, analysing and comparing the options and interpreting the potential consequences, so as to provide the highly specialist clinical technical solution required. Authoritatively advise clinical oncologists and therapy radiographers on possible treatment technique solutions. Problemsolving ability required when dealing with problems or difficulties associated with treatment planning dosimetry that arise during or immediately prior to a course of radiotherapy. Specialist knowledge required to produce preliminary dosimetric reports, on treatment delivery errors, to produce reports on treatment verification and to recommend corrective actions. Ability to discuss patient set-up problems encountered in the treatment room with radiographers and clinicians in terms that deal with the situation without causing alarm or undue worry to the patient. Able to interpret anatomical information from CT and X-rays. Able to work in unpredictable and stressful circumstances, particularly when a treatment plan needs to be produced, with great urgency. These circumstances occur frequently. Understanding of hazards posed by, and precautions needed with: Ionising radiation Electrical Hazards Lasers Biological Hazards Chemical Hazards Occasional work with potentially toxic chemicals: Cadmium, Lead, Acetone and Plaster of Paris dust. Occasional exposure to ionising radiations arising from brachytherapy sources whilst following approved procedures. Frequent prolonged use of VDU equipment on most days. More or less continuous use of VDUs [except when involved in discussions]. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant BSc or equivalent. Registration on the Register of Clinical Technologists or Health Care Professionals Council (HCPC) Experience Essential Subsequent Field Work / Training Courses / Updating and experience in Radiotherapy Planning Dosimetry. Understanding of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines, e.g. IRR, IR(ME)R, ISO 9001:2000, Data Protection Act, Caldicott and other relevant BSI and ISO standards, professional and regulatory body reports and guidelines. Able to keep abreast of developing Treatment Planning Dosimetry and Mould Room Technology techniques and apply relevant advances. Ability to contribute, sometimes in a multidisciplinary approach, in the development, implementation and use of new equipment and techniques and Clinical Trials. Undertakes R&D projects as part of regular activity Competency and fluency with Trust standard software packages (e.g. Word, Excel, e-mail etc.) and with specialist Radiotherapy systems (e.g. Mosaiq Radiotherapy data/information system). Regular requirement to produce reports, drawings and statistics Full competency and expertise in the use of various Radiotherapy Planning software tools for 3D and IMRT work. Competency in the use of the Q-Pulse ISO management system to update Oncology Quality Management System procedures, protocols and other documentation. Additional Criteria Essential Specialist knowledge and expertise, underpinned by theoretical knowledge gained through study beyond Graduate level plus additional practical experience in the area of Radiotherapy Treatment Planning Dosimetry and Mould Room Technology. Extensive experience in the use of a wide range of manual methods and computerised Treatment Planning Dosimetry systems to produce routine and non-standard treatment plans. Radiation Oncology: Knowledge of anatomy, radiobiology and tolerance doses to organs at risk. Evidence of Continuous Professional Development and PDRS assessments, or equivalent evidence of career progression over a minimum of 2 years post Registration. Evidence of career progression at post Registration level. Competence and expertise in the performance of the full range of Treatment Planning Dosimetry procedures undertaken within the Radiotherapy Physics Planning Room. Specialist knowledge required for 3D conformal treatment planning, including ability to interpret anatomical information from CT and other imaging modalities and knowledge of radiobiologically significant organ dose tolerances. The ability to critically evaluate the highly complex facts which influence the choice of every radiotherapy plan from a wide range of options for each individual patient, analysing and comparing the options and interpreting the potential consequences, so as to provide the highly specialist clinical technical solution required. Authoritatively advise clinical oncologists and therapy radiographers on possible treatment technique solutions. Problemsolving ability required when dealing with problems or difficulties associated with treatment planning dosimetry that arise during or immediately prior to a course of radiotherapy. Specialist knowledge required to produce preliminary dosimetric reports, on treatment delivery errors, to produce reports on treatment verification and to recommend corrective actions. Ability to discuss patient set-up problems encountered in the treatment room with radiographers and clinicians in terms that deal with the situation without causing alarm or undue worry to the patient. Able to interpret anatomical information from CT and X-rays. Able to work in unpredictable and stressful circumstances, particularly when a treatment plan needs to be produced, with great urgency. These circumstances occur frequently. Understanding of hazards posed by, and precautions needed with: Ionising radiation Electrical Hazards Lasers Biological Hazards Chemical Hazards Occasional work with potentially toxic chemicals: Cadmium, Lead, Acetone and Plaster of Paris dust. Occasional exposure to ionising radiations arising from brachytherapy sources whilst following approved procedures. Frequent prolonged use of VDU equipment on most days. More or less continuous use of VDUs [except when involved in discussions]. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). 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 University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)