Consultant Physicist Head of Radiotherapy Physics Service

Are you a dynamic and experienced Consultant Clinical Scientist seeking a leadership role in a cutting‑edge Radiotherapy Physics department?

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Humber Health Partnership, is seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our team as Head of Radiotherapy Physics Service, who also has responsibilities as part of the Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering Divisional Senior Leadership Team and the wider Radiotherapy Operational Delivery Network. This is an exceptional opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of radiotherapy services for a population of circa 1 million within the Humber, Coast and Vale region.

As a key member of our Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering Division, you will provide managerial and scientific leadership within this innovative Radiotherapy Physics service. You will work closely with the Group Head of Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering to ensure the delivery of a high‑quality, safe, and effective service.

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• Providing expert scientific support and leadership for the clinical development of the radiotherapy service.
  
• Contributing to research and development programmes, which have attracted national and international recognition.
  
• Deputising for the Group Head of Medical Physics and Engineering, as directed.
  
• Providing expert advice and guidance to a multidisciplinary team, including Clinical Consultants, Radiographers and technical support staff.
  
• Managing staff, including appraisals, sickness/absence management and recruitment.
  
• Responsibility for the training and development of staff across various levels.
  
• Responsibility for service planning and strategy, including equipment procurement and implementation.
  

Castle Hill Hospital, Castle Road, Cottingham, HU16 5JQ

Band 8d – £91,342 to £105,337 a year, permanent, full‑time.

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• Masters Degree (MSc) in Medical Physics, or equivalent experience.
  
• Corporate Membership of the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM).
  
• Registration as a Clinical Scientist with HCPC.
  
• Secretary of State recognised Medical Physics Expert (MPE); e.g. RPA2000 certified.
  

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• Higher Degree (PhD).
  
• Fellowship of IPEM.
  
• Chartered Scientist (CSci).
  
• Academy of Healthcare Science (AHCS) Higher Specialist Scientist Register (HSSR) or equivalent.
  
• Leadership/Management qualification.
  

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• Highly advanced theoretical and practical knowledge and experience in Radiotherapy.
  
• Both routine provision and operational management of a service or significant section of a service.
  
• Change management leadership.
  
• Demonstrable practical experience as acting as a Medical Physics Expert for a radiotherapy service.
  
• Project management for the planning/implementation of new systems or technologies.
  
• In‑depth working knowledge of Quality Management Systems and similar governance tools.
  
• Business management experience.
  

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• Scientific and Clinical Leadership.
  
• Excellent analytical skills.
  
• Good interpersonal skills.
  
• Clear and articulate communicator.
  
• Multi‑disciplinary working.
  
• Effective collaboration with other organisations.
  
• Performance of staff reviews and appraisals.
  
• Good verbal and written communication.
  
• Ability to work on own initiative.
  
• Team working.
  
• Understanding of confidentiality.
  
• Participation in standard setting and research projects.
  
• Planning, assessment, evaluation and implementation of patient care.
  
• Ability to prioritise care in changing environments.
  
• Facilitation of learning of others.
  

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• Expert knowledge of Radiation Physics (Radiotherapy and Radiation safety) processes and systems.
  
• Specialist knowledge of Radiotherapy processes.
  
• Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems.
  
• Specialist knowledge of appropriate legislation, standards and guidelines.
  
• Motivation to develop new skills.
  
• High level of interpersonal skills.
  
• Demonstrate empathy and diplomacy.
  
• Flexible and reliable.
  
• Good timekeeper.
  
• Ability to work from both hospital sites as required.
  
• Expert knowledge of Radiation Safety and Imaging systems.
  
• Basic understanding of NHS finance systems and HR policies.
  
• Experience of research and clinical governance.
  

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. The post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Castle Hill Hospital, Castle Road, Cottingham, HU16 5JQ

Website: https://www.hey.nhs.uk/