Radiotherapy Equipment Assistant

Job overview

Radiotherapy Equipment Assistant

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our friendly and dedicated Equipment Engineering Team within the Radiotherapy Physics Department, based at the Queen’s Centre, Castle Hill Hospital in Cottingham.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with an interest in pursuing a career in engineering. This entry-level post provides valuable hands-on experience in a specialist clinical environment and may offer a progression route to a degree apprenticeship within the team, subject to availability and eligibility criteria.

Please note: To qualify for a future apprenticeship opportunity, applicants must not already hold a degree or higher qualification in an engineering-related field.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work under supervision to support the maintenance and servicing of complex medical equipment used in radiotherapy treatment. Duties include:

• Performing daily safety and functionality checks on treatment machines
• Assisting equipment technicians with fault-finding and repairs
• Monitoring and managing equipment stock
• Logging and tracking equipment faults through to resolution
• Assist with tasks in the wider Radiotherapy department where appropriate

You will be working with a wide range of advanced specialised radiotherapy technologies, including:

• Varian Linear Accelerators (Halcyon and TrueBeam)
• Siemens CT Scanners
• Flexitron brachytherapy afterloader
• Xstrahl superficial unit
• Papillon contact radiotherapy machine
• Machines used directly for patient care,
• The team are responsible for the maintenance of test equipment used for servicing and quality control.

Full training and supervision will be provided. This role is ideal for individuals seeking structured career development within a clinical engineering setting.

Our department is proud to be the first Radiotherapy Physics service in the UK to achieve UKAS accreditation to the BS70000 MPACE quality standard. We also maintain ISO9001 certification, highlighting our commitment to clinical safety, service excellence, and continual improvement.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We offer:

• A supportive and experienced team
• A strong focus on training and development
• A role that contributes directly to safe and effective patient care
• Working Pattern: Flexible shifts between 06:30 and 20:00 (Monday to Friday)

For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. You can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the post by assessing your circumstances against criteria specified on the gov.uk website.

Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may be closed earlier than stated