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Specialist Radiographer in Radiotherapy Physics (Dosimetrist)


Location
Salary
£47,951 - £56,863 Per annum inclusive of HCAS
Profession
Radiographer
Grade
Band 6
Deadline
28 Jul 2026
Contract Type
Fixed term: 12 months (Maternity Cover)
Posted Date
14 Jul 2026
Medical Protection — the side of locally employed doctors from £83

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic experienced Planning Radiographer/Dosimetrist to join the UCLH dosimetry team as part of the radiotherapy and proton therapy physics team. Please note this post is a is a 12-month fixed term contract. Applicants should be State registered or equivalent. Experience of treatment planning using Varian Eclipse planning system is desirable. The successful applicant will join a growing team of dosimetrists liaising closely with physics, clinical and radiographic staff in the provision of radiotherapy and proton therapy physics services. The ability to work and communicate effectively with minimum supervision is essential. Candidates must have a clinical background with good knowledge of relevant anatomy, physiology, and pathology. As the dosimetry team is hybrid working, a good understanding of using Microsoft Teams is also an essential requirement for this position.

Main duties of the job

The dosimetry team will be expected to produce photon and proton treatment plans for the diverse UCLH case mix, including treatment complex sarcoma, head and neck, neurological and paediatric cancers.

The successful candidate will be expected to participate in multidisciplinary discussions to produce the best treatment options for each patient. They will participate in the training of students and other staff members on treatment planning.

The postholder will support the Senior Dosimetrists in ensuring treatment planning pathways are delivered in a timely fashion across the radiotherapy and proton therapy services. They will support the development of new and existing techniques including production of the standard operating procedures and training competencies for staff

Detailed job description and main 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 - 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 third year in a row.  UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff – To find out more, visit: Flexible working.   To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person specification

Experience

Essential

  • Knowledge of varied radiotherapeutic techniques
  • Experience with Microsoft applications such as Word, Access and Excel
  • Treatment Planning experience

Desirable

  • Experience of IMRT/VMAT Treatment planning systems
  • Knowledge of Varian treatment equipment and techniques

Communication

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills with an ability to relate confidently to all hospital staff

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Must demonstrate good patient care at all times

Desirable

  • Flexibility and ability to use own initiative and be innovative

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of the College of Radiographers D.C.R.T. or equivalent
  • State registration or eligible

Desirable

  • Evidence of further study/ ongoing education

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This advert is for Specialist Radiographer in Radiotherapy Physics (Dosimetrist) with University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Radiographer role. The advertised salary is £47,951 - £56,863 Per annum inclusive of HCAS. The contract type is Fixed term: 12 months (Maternity Cover). The application deadline is 28 Jul 2026.

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