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Radiotherapy Physics Intern - Studentjob.co.uk

Bristol On-site 0-2 yrs exp Software Development 38 employees
IT SkillsMicrosoft OfficePythonMedical Physics KnowledgeRadiotherapy Physics Knowledge

Requirements

Candidates should have or be working towards a BSc in Physics or Medical Physics, with knowledge of IT and scripting languages like Python. Desirable skills include a basic understanding of Medical Physics and Radiotherapy Physics.

Job Description

Job Summary

This is a fixed term (1 month) summer internship in Radiotherapy Physics to carry out a project relating to radiotherapy service development and gain experience working in a Radiotherapy Physics department.

There will be opportunities to gain experience in Medical Physics throughout the duration of the role, and contribute to some routine aspects of radiotherapy service delivery whilst under the supervision of Clinical Scientists and Clinical Technologists in the department.

Graduates and/or students planning to apply to the Scientist Training Programme (STP) in Radiotherapy are particularly encouraged to submit their application.

We are a friendly and sociable team, and offer a supportive environment for someone exploring an early step in their career.

For an informal discussion about the opportunity please email jack.aylward@uhbw.nhs.uk.

Main duties of the job

This is a fixed term (1 month) post for an intern in radiotherapy physics to carry out a project relating to radiotherapy service development.

There will be opportunities to gain experience in Medical Physics throughout the duration of the role, and contribute to some aspects of radiotherapy service delivery whilst under the supervision of Clinical Scientists and Clinical Technologists in the department.

Assist under supervision with administration tasks related to treatment planning.

Assist under supervision with the quality control of Radiotherapy Treatment machines and other equipment.

About Us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job Description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Job Description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Essential

Knowledge and Experience


  • Good IT experience and knowledge in the use of of Microsoft Office software
  • Knowledge of one scripting language (e.g. Python) and experience applying scripting skills to solve real-world problems.


Desirable


  • Knowledge of basic theory of Medical Physics and Radiotherapy Physics


Skills and Abilities

Essential


  • The post holder must be sufficiently dextrous to position delicate instruments such as radiation dose meters accurately without damaging the sensitive devices
  • The post holder must be sufficiently dextrous for fine control of radiotherapy treatment planning computers in order that the delineations of organs and target volumes are made with the - intended accuracy.
  • Good numeracy, literacy, and logical thinking skills.
  • The post holder must be strong enough to move dosimetry equipment weighing up to 12 Kg
  • The post holder must have the emotional resilience to spend time working in the vicinity of terminally ill cancer patients including young patients.


Desirable


  • Good organisation skills


Aptitudes

Essential


  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy
  • Ability to work effectively in a busy team and be a fast learner
  • Good attention to detail


Qualifications and Training

Essential


  • Obtained or working towards a BSc in Physics or Medical Physics or equivalent


Desirable


  • Obtained or working toward an MSc in Physics or Medical Physics or equivalent


Person Specification

Essential


  • Obtained or working towards a BSc in Physics or Medical Physics or equivalent


Desirable


  • Obtained or working toward an MSc in Physics or Medical Physics or equivalent


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 .

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. .

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 .

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. .

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Address

Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre

Bristol

BS2 8ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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Education

Bachelor Degree

Skills

IT SkillsMicrosoft OfficePythonMedical Physics KnowledgeRadiotherapy Physics KnowledgeDextrous SkillsNumeracy SkillsLiteracy SkillsLogical ThinkingOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailEmotional ResilienceTeamworkPressure ManagementFast Learning

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