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    Radiotherapy Engineer - London, United Kingdom - University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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    Job summary

    We are seeking a motivated and dedicated person to join a team of engineers, physicists and dosimetrists in the provision of Radiotherapy Physics services. The post holder will work as part of a wider team of scientists, technologists and dosimetrists to support the maintenance of the treatment and imaging units, maintenance of scientific equipment and ensure patient pathways are maintained efficiently.

    If you are interested in developing a career in healthcare science, Team working, a practical hands-on approach and flexibility are all key attributes for the successful candidate.

    Main duties of the job

    The role is to provide a high level of engineering technical support, which is typically beyond first line maintenance level, to a busy Radiotherapy department. There is also a requirement to undertake all Planned Maintenance activities. The successful applicant will work closely with members of the physics team to perform Quality Assurance checks of the Linear Accelerators. A significant aspect of the role is to undertake research and development projects.

    Applicants should be multi-skilled with a primary background in electronic/electrical engineering, with experience in exercising judgement to determine and resolve the causes of faults in high-capital, highly complex patient-critical medical devices and systems, applying suitable fault-finding techniques to diagnose problems, including those beyond the scope of normal first-line maintenance.Experience in servicing and repairing Linear Accelerators, kV and MV Imaging systems and patient support couches is essential.Experience of Varian TrueBeam Linear Accelerators would be desirable.Familiarity in performing Quality Assurance checks on Linear Accelerators would also be desirable.

    The job requires a high degree of manual dexterity and the ability to use fine tools for accurate adjustment or assembly of equipment. The Radiotherapy Physics Section undertakes clinically-based Research and Development Projects within Radiotherapy and the successful candidate will have opportunities to contribute to the various project teams.

    About us

    University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

    We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

  • University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
  • National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
  • Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
  • University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
  • Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
  • University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
  • The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
  • University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
  • We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

    We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

    Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

    UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

    *In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.

    UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

    Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.

    At UCLH, we have a real One Team ethos, and our values safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.

    Person Specification

    Knowledge and Qualifications

    Essential

  • First Degree or HND Equivalent in Physical Science, or equivalent level of knowledge
  • State Registered Clinical Technologist or Eligible
  • Professional Membership of a relevant professional body( IPEM / IEE) or Eligible
  • Experience

    Essential

  • Specialist Knowledge of 1)Computer Control Systems 2)Electrical and electronic engineering 3)Vacuum systems 4)X-Ray and Imaging Systems 5)Medical Device Management 6)Water cooling systems 7)Mechanical systems 8)Electromechanical systems 9)RF Systems Health and safety knowledge and understanding Experience and knowledge of quality assurance systems Logical approach to problem-solving, and attention to detail in technical work
  • Desirable

  • Specialist training - Attendance of Manufacturers training courses and practical experience on Linear Accelerators, Cobalt, Orthovoltage and Superficial therapy machines, Simulators, CT simulators and CT scanners
  • A minimum of 5 years practical experience in Radiotherapy servicing workshop practises and techniques, covering preventive maintenance, servicing, inspection, repair, calibration, quality control, safety, acceptance testing and procurement
  • A minimum of 5 years experience in servicing and maintenance of radiation based equipment, including linear accelerators
  • Experience of electrical safety testing of medical devices
  • Skills and Abilities

    Essential

  • Fault Diagnosis and Rectification, with the ability deal with complex and unpredictable situations
  • Personal and People Development

    Essential

  • Show ability to teach and train technical and non-technical staff in both formal and informal settings
  • To Participate in Continuing Professional Development and maintain state registration


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