We are looking for an enthusiastic physicist with experience in Radiotherapy Physics to join the Physics and Engineering team at the Chelsea branch of the Hospital, in a permanent position. Applicants should have a good honours degree in physics or a closely related discipline, plus an MSc relevant to Radiotherapy physics.

The role includes treatment planning , QA, dosimetry , brachytherapy and some computing in RT . Participation in innovative project work is also encouraged.

The Radiotherapy Department at Chelsea has 4 Varian Truebeams providing VMAT, SRS, SABR, CBCT and fff delivery. Additional equipment includes the Brainlab ExacTrac imaging system. A Cyberknife radiosurgery unit is in clinical use. External beam treatment planning systems include Eclipse, Multiplan, Oncentra and BrainLab. 4D CT acquisition is applied for lung and liver imaging. HDR for gynaecological malignancies (using IGBT) (Oncentra) and Iodine seed brachytherapy are also performed.For informal visits and further enquiries, contact Margaret Bidmead, Head of Physics on 020 78082506 or Carole Meehan , Head of Treatment planning, on 020 7 8082500.

Main duties of the job

1.1. To provide specialist support to all aspects of the clinical, scientific and technical Radiotherapy Physics Service to Radiotherapy

1.2. Responsible for day-to day essential complex treatment planning performing Quality Assurance and dosimetry and analysing results,(including brachytherapy) and producing documented evidence and reports.

1.3. Responsible for participating in radiotherapy development projects , particularly to support Radiotherapy Physics.

1.4. Participate in clinical duties as outlined in the activities of the Radiotherapy Physics Group on a day-to-day basis as indicated by the duty rota.

1.5. Work closely with the other Senior and Principal Physicists in all areas.

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

2.1 Produce complex treatment plans. Carry out associated dosimetry calculations and verification measurements, in accordance with clinical prescription and agreed procedures. Analyse requirements and make complex judgements regarding treatment parameters and patient dose effects to produce the required dose distribution over the treatment volume, using computerised planning systems as appropriate. The post holder is expected to use specialised planning software to perform and check routine and complex radiotherapy treatment planning for treatments on linear accelerators, Cyberknife and brachytherapy.2.3 Advise clinical staff on the effects of various treatment plan options on patient dose distributions. Discuss and agree approaches with clinical staff to create optimum treatment plans and advise on aspects of the treatment and patient set-up, as required. Provide expert advice at multidisciplinary clinical audit meetings, when required.2.4 Replan patient treatments where required, following a treatment error or changes in patient shape. Use judgement to analyse and determine the most appropriate compensation method. Calculate the compensation required and subsequent patient dose. Carry out manual dose calculations.2.5 Participate in the commissioning of new radiotherapy treatment equipment including the preparation and checking of complex beam data for treatment planning systems.2.6 Undertake both routine and complex dosimetry measurements, following procedures and/or guidelines as appropriate. Perform quality control, dosimetry and other measurements and procedures on highly complex, patient-critical treatment machines.

Person Specification

Scientific Grades

Essential

• Good (1st or 2nd class) Honours degree in a relevant subject.
• Relevant MSc or higher degree or equivalent.
• Close to achieving, or awarded IPEM Certificate of completion of Post-qualification Higher Training or equivalent (e.g. Corporate Membership of IPEM)

Desirable

• PhD in relevant subject
• IPEM Diploma or equivalent in Medical Physics or Medical Engineering.

Registration

Essential

• Close to achieving or State Registered as a Clinical Scientist

Scientific/Technical/Specialist

Essential

• At least a few years of basic knowledge across the range of working procedures and practices in radiotherapy physics, building on theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
• Some experience in clinical radiotherapy treatment planning, brachytherapy and in the use of dosimetry equipment in radiotherapy.
• Specialist training on and practical experience with a range of radiotherapy treatment & simulation/scanning equipment, including clinical applications.

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Marsden Chelsea

Fulham Road

Chelsea

SW3 6JJ

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