Apprentice Medical Physics Technologist

Description:

The position will involve work across both Trusts, and the post holder may be rotated through any of the two main locations. The base will be RDUH, Wonford in Exeter. Radiotherapy Physics provides scientific support services to the treatment of cancer using ionising radiation produced by linear accelerators (linacs) and brachytherapy sources, for example. Alongside your studies you could be working on testing linac radiation beam performance, carrying out radiation treatment planning for patients or producing bespoke patient immobilisation devices to ensure accurate radiotherapy, for example.

Applicants should be numerate, computer literate and must meet the entry requirements for the degree course at the University of West of England in Bristol. This currently requires 128 UCAS points from A level (ABB, including at least one relevant science from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Physiology), + Maths and English GCSE Grade C (4) or equivalent. Alternative qualifications may be accepted, subject to the UWE admissions process. Applications may be considered from candidates with a lower UCAS points score who can demonstrate a particular aptitude for the role.

You will undertake a fully funded, professionally accredited BSc (Hons) Degree qualification in Healthcare Science (Medical Physics Technology) specialising in Radiotherapy Physics (Radiation Engineering or Radiotherapy Technology). Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship you will be eligible for entry on the professional Register for Clinical Technologists (RCT). There may be an opportunity to join the department permanently at the end of your training but in any case, your new-found skills as a Clinical Technologist will be in high demand as there is a national shortage of trained staff. These posts will be commencing in September 2023.