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Radiotherapy Physics Intern - Studentjob.co.uk
Bristol On-site 0-2 yrs exp Software Development 38 employees
Medical PhysicsRadiotherapy PhysicsMicrosoft OfficePythonQuality Control
Requirements
Candidates should have good IT experience, knowledge of Microsoft Office, and familiarity with a scripting language like Python. A BSc in Physics or Medical Physics is required or in progress, with an MSc being desirable.
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
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
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
#Jobster
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.
- Knowledge of basic theory of Medical Physics and Radiotherapy Physics
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.
- Good organisation skills
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
Essential
- Obtained or working towards a BSc in Physics or Medical Physics or equivalent
- Obtained or working toward an MSc in Physics or Medical Physics or equivalent
Essential
- Obtained or working towards a BSc in Physics or Medical Physics or equivalent
- Obtained or working toward an MSc in Physics or Medical Physics or equivalent
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
#Jobster
Education
Bachelor Degree
Skills
Medical PhysicsRadiotherapy PhysicsMicrosoft OfficePythonQuality ControlTreatment PlanningNumeracyLiteracyLogical ThinkingAttention to DetailEmotional ResilienceOrganization SkillsTeamworkFast Learning
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