Dosimetrist / Treatment Planner

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust; Torquay; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Dosimetrist or Treatment Planner to join a dedicated radiotherapy team in beautiful South Devon. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to innovative clinical trials. You will be involved in purchasing and commissioning new treatment planning systems, enhancing patient care through creativity and inclusivity. If you're passionate about radiotherapy and eager to grow in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in treatment planning and clinical trials is essential.
• Knowledge of radiotherapy techniques and patient care standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely treatment planning services according to protocols.
• Collaborate with radiographers to resolve treatment setup issues.

Skills

Treatment Planning

Clinical Trials

Radiotherapy Techniques

Data Entry

Education

Degree in Radiotherapy

Relevant Certification

Tools

Pinnacle Treatment Planning System

Mosaiq Oncology Management System

Limbus AI OAR outlining software

VERSA Elekta Linacs

Job description

Job Title: Dosimetrist / Treatment Planner

We are seeking an experienced dosimetrist or treatment planner to join our friendly, multi-professional radiotherapy team at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust. Our department delivers techniques including Lung SABR and is actively engaged in research through commercial and non-commercial trials.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and experienced in treatment planning, introducing new techniques, clinical trials, and paper-light workflows. You will be part of a project team involved in purchasing and commissioning a new treatment planning system, with exciting developments planned for the coming years.

Our Team and Values

Join our caring, committed, and innovative team in beautiful South Devon. We value creativity, inclusivity, and work-life balance. Share our vision, and you’ll thrive here, surrounded by nature and opportunity.

Position Details

We are open to considering a Band 5 to Band 6 development role for this position.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide an efficient, effective, and timely treatment planning service in accordance with departmental protocols and procedures.
2. Accurately produce and review outlining of organs at risk (or check automated outlining) for all body sites, understanding organ at risk doses in line with site-specific clinical treatment protocols.
3. Perform palliative radiotherapy pre-treatment calculations and data entry.
4. Collaborate with treatment radiographers to resolve complex treatment setup issues and develop guidance for IGRT as needed.
5. Maintain ongoing professional development and contribute to departmental accreditation standards, ensuring high-quality patient care.

About Our Department

Our department features two VERSA Elekta Linacs, Mosaiq Oncology Management System, Pinnacle Treatment Planning System, Limbus AI OAR outlining software, and a Canon Aquilion CT Scanner installed in early 2024. We participate actively in clinical trials, with Lung SABR treatments initiated in 2021 and expansion into Bone and Nodal Treatments expected in 2025.

Future Plans

Upcoming initiatives include implementing SGRT in early 2025, upgrading Mosaiq, integrating EPIC, and commissioning a new TPS. Long-term plans involve preparing for successive Linac replacement programs.

Contact Information

For further details or informal visits, please contact:

• Name: Emma Meckiff
• Job Title: Pre-Treatment Manager
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]

Or

• Naomi Hopkins
• Head of Radiotherapy
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]