Radiotherapy Linac Engineer — Keep Treatments On Track

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS foundation trust in Long Eaton seeks a Band 6 Radiotherapy Engineering Technician to ensure linear accelerators operate safely and effectively. The role requires experience with Radiotherapy equipment, fault-finding skills, and the ability to perform quality assurance checks. Responsibilities include maintaining clinical technology expertise, calibrating equipment, and participating in maintenance records. The position offers professional development, employee benefits, and is central to providing exceptional patient care.

Benefits

Development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience with Varian TrueBeams or other linear accelerator vendors.
• Understanding of QA checks and machine performance requirements.
• Ability to work in hazardous areas related to high voltage and radiation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clinical technology expertise through training and self-study.
• Participate in Radiotherapy machine 'Run up' services.
• Calibrate Radiotherapy equipment to manufacturer limits.
• Write and maintain records of maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Radiotherapy equipment maintenance

Fault-finding on equipment

Calibration of radiotherapy equipment

Technical advice provision

Job description

A leading NHS foundation trust in Long Eaton seeks a Band 6 Radiotherapy Engineering Technician to ensure linear accelerators operate safely and effectively. The role requires experience with Radiotherapy equipment, fault-finding skills, and the ability to perform quality assurance checks. Responsibilities include maintaining clinical technology expertise, calibrating equipment, and participating in maintenance records. The position offers professional development, employee benefits, and is central to providing exceptional patient care.