Senior Staff Physicist

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private hospital in London is seeking a Senior Staff Physicist to join their Medical Physics team. This role involves providing comprehensive radiotherapy physics support, managing imaging systems, and ensuring quality assurance for advanced radiotherapy equipment. The successful candidate will have a strong educational background in physics, practical experience with radiotherapy techniques, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including career development opportunities.

Benefits

Private Medical Healthcare

33 days annual leave

Season ticket travel loan

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a clinical setting or hospital environment.
• State registration as a Clinical Scientist or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead calibration of imaging equipment and develop policies.
• Perform quality assurance for treatment and imaging equipment.
• Support departmental training and contribute to research.

Skills

Communication

Scientific Practice

Education

BSc in Physics

MSc in Medical Physics

Tools

VMAT

IGRT

SRS

SBRT

SGRT

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Staff Physicist to join our Medical Physics team at The London Clinic. We offer a competitive salary of £62,978 - £73,997 per annum, depending on skills and experience.

About The London Clinic:

Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, located in London's medical community around Harley Street. We have approximately 1350 employees dedicated to providing expert, individualized care. Our hospital has various accreditations for quality and safety, including the CQC, ICNARC, JACIE, and the Macmillan Quality Environment Mark.

Department Overview:

The Medical Physics department supports radiotherapy with state-of-the-art equipment, including Varian Truebeam linear accelerators, an Accuray Cyberknife, and advanced imaging systems like 3T MRI and PET/CT. Treatment planning is performed using Eclipse and Precision systems, with ARIA R&V system support.

Job Profile:

The Senior Staff Physicist will provide comprehensive radiotherapy physics support, including routine QA for equipment such as linear accelerators, CT-Simulator, and Cyberknife, as well as treatment planning QA. A key responsibility involves leading the management of imaging systems, developing protocols, and training staff. The role also involves supporting research activities.

Key Duties:

• Support the Radiotherapy department as a Medical Physics Expert (MPE).
• Lead calibration and policy development for imaging equipment.
• Perform and advise on dosimetry measurements and support developments in in-vivo dosimetry and imaging.
• Conduct routine QA and maintain calibration of equipment.
• Collaborate with engineers and suppliers on equipment status and development.
• Review and approve treatment plans and related records.
• Perform independent checks of treatment plans.
• Contribute to departmental training, research, and publications.

Skills & Experience:

• BSc in Physics (2:1 or higher), MSc in Medical Physics, and HCPC registration or eligibility.
• Experience in a clinical or hospital setting, with private radiotherapy experience preferred.
• Knowledge of radiotherapy equipment and techniques such as VMAT, IGRT, SRS/SBRT, SGRT, and gating.
• Excellent communication skills and a patient-centered approach.

We are committed to safeguarding and safeguarding all adults at risk, children, and young people, with robust recruitment practices and pre-employment checks, including DBS where applicable.

We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you believe you have the skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.