Clinical Specialist Radiation Therapist -UPMC Cork

UPMC Ireland; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative healthcare provider as a Clinical Specialist Radiation Therapist, where you will be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional patient care. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies, including Varian linear accelerators and advanced treatment techniques. You will also have opportunities for professional development through teaching and collaboration with academic partners. With a strong focus on patient-centered care, this position not only allows you to enhance your skills but also to make a significant impact in the lives of patients. Embrace this exciting opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Relocation Package

Flexible Working Hours

Conference Attendance Support

Education Support

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years post-qualification experience required.
• Current registration with CORU is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional patient care using advanced radiotherapy technologies.
• Participate in teaching and mentorship opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Qualification in Radiation Therapy

Tools

Varian TrueBeam

Varian Edge

GE CT-simulation scanner

Job description

Clinical Specialist Radiation Therapist - UPMC Cork

Location: Radiotherapy Centre Cork
Job type: Permanent

Overview of role:

We are currently recruiting a Clinical Specialist Radiation Therapist to work as an integral part of the radiotherapy department at the Bon Secours Radiotherapy Department in partnership with UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre in Cork. We are offering an attractive relocation package, flexibility, and excellent opportunity to use advanced technologies, research, and education support to successful candidates.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• We are looking for a dynamic, passionate Clinical Specialist Radiation Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team. We take pride in providing exceptional patient care and state-of-the-art radiotherapy.
• We offer opportunities and support for presenting, conference attendance, and collaboration with our academic partner UCC to provide teaching and mentorship.
• We have 2 Varian linear accelerators: a TrueBeam and an Edge. We offer IMRT, V-MAT and advanced techniques including SRS and SABR.
• We have a GE CT-simulation scanner and provide Radiation Therapist-led IV contrast delivery.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Completion of a qualification in Radiation Therapy recognised by the Radiographers Registration Board at CORU.
• Current CORU registration.
• Candidate needs a minimum of five years appropriate post-qualification experience.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills.

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About UPMC:

A $26 billion healthcare provider and insurer, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based UPMC is inventing new models of patient-centred, cost-effective, accountable care. Working in close collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shares its clinical, managerial and technological skills worldwide through its innovation and commercialisation arm, UPMC Enterprises, and through UPMC International.

Providing high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006, UPMC’s operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny.