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Northern Radiotherapy Network

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RADIOTHERAPY CAREERS

are you interested in a career in radiotherapy?

There are so many different roles involved in prescribing, planning and delivering safe courses of radiotherapy. You can find out more about some of the roles here. 


Watch our videos below to hear from staff working in radiotherapy centres in the Northern Radiotherapy Network and what they enjoy about their roles. 

Therapeutic RadiographersClinical TechnologistsRadiotherapy PhysicsClinical EngineersRadiotherapy apprenticesEducation and training

Therapeutic radiographers

 Watch the video to hear from one of our very own Therapeutic Radiographers about what attracted her to the role and lead to a change of career. Karen talks about her training route and different aspects of the role that she enjoys.  

There are lots of opportunities to progress your career as a Therapeutic Radiographer by specialising in different areas. 


One of our Clinical Specialist Therapeutic Radiographers, Ruth, talks about her varied role as the scheduling lead, as well as her role working in pre-treatment and planning. 

Hear from one of our Pre-Treatment Lead Therapeutic Radiographers, Lauren, about her role in pre-treatment and planning. 


Lauren shares that she chose a career as a Therapeutic Radiographer as this provided both science and technological aspects, as well as providing direct care to patients . 

Take a look at the Wow Show's Career Guide for Therapeutic Radiographers with a look  behind the scenes to meet young people in the profession and find out what it’s really like to work as a Therapeutic Radiographer.   

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clinical technologist

John is a Senior Clinical Technologist working in the mould room and brachytherapy service at the Northern Centre for Cancer Care, Newcastle. 


John trained as a Therapeutic Radiographer and worked in the mould room after qualifying.

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radiotherapy physics

Watch the video to hear from Katie, a Clinical Scientist working in Radiotherapy at the Northern Centre for Care Care. 


Katie explains about different elements of her role and why she enjoys it so much. 

Hear from Sarah, another Clinical Scientist working in Radiotherapy at the James Cook University Hospital, about what her role involves. 

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Clinical engineering

Watch the video to hear from Barry, a Radiotherapy Engineer at The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough. 


Barry talks about how he got into his role and the job satisfaction he gets knowing how critical his role is to ensure people are able to access treatment. 

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radiotherapy apprentices

Apprentice Healthcare Science practitioner

Watch the video to hear from Eleanor, an Apprentice Healthcare Science Practitioner working in dosimetry at the Northern Centre for Cancer, Newcastle. 


Eleanor has now achieved a Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Science (medical Physics Technology) at the University of the West of England whilst working in the radiotherapy department. 

Find out more about the course here

Apprentice Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Watch the video to hear from Tina, an Apprentice Advanced Clinical Practitioner working at the Northern Centre for Cancer Care in North Cumbria. 


Tina is completing an apprenticeship programme whilst working as a Therapeutic Radiographer. 

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Education and training

Find out more about pursuing a career in radiotherapy.
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Careers information

Careers in Radiotherapy at South Tees Hospitals

  

Find out more about how to have a successful career in radiotherapy, including the personal qualities and professional skills required. 

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Careers in Radiotherapy Physics

Working in radiotherapy physics, you’ll be responsible for the precision and accuracy of treatments by using advanced computer calculations to develop individual patient treatment plans. 

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Careers in Clinical Oncology

 A clinical oncologist is a doctor who uses chemotherapy, radiotherapy and a range of other treatments to care for patients with cancer. 


 The role of a clinical oncologist is highly collaborative. You’ll work closely with your patients but also your colleagues as part of a multidisciplinary team. 


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Careers in Medical Engineering

 Medical engineering is a really exciting and varied role where you’ll use your expertise in electronic or mechanical engineering to undertake these activities. 


  This includes sophisticated linear accelerators which deliver radiotherapy, as well as other cutting-edge technologies.  

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UNIVERSITY COURSES

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Therapeutic radiography

Radiotherapy and oncology courses

Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology BSc (Hons)

Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology BSc (Hons)

This programme allows students to learn to use radiation equipment, software and systems for treatment delivery and planning for patients undergoing radiotherapy. 


 This  Health and Care Professions Council-accredited  degree will qualify you to apply for registration to begin a career as a therapeutic radiographer. You can also access  several specialist masters-level courses, some with part-time and distance learning options. 


All of these programmes are developed in consultation with partners in the sector, including NHS trusts, private healthcare companies and commissioning groups. 



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Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology BSc (Hons)

Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology BSc (Hons)

Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology BSc (Hons)

This Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology programme allows students the traditional academic and clinical learning opportunities to develop into competent and resilient radiographers, equipped with the necessary skills to flourish in a wide array of professional environments. 


 With an integrated case based approach enabling you to study all aspects of the radiotherapy patient pathway, through connecting your academic lectures, clinical placement experience and clinical simulation. 


 This programme aims to produce competent, reflective, research active, caring, safe, proactive and progressive Therapeutic Radiographers, through an innovative and authentic teaching and assessment strategy encompassing real world radiotherapy research and radiotherapy clinical simulation. 


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Radiotherapy physics

Healthcare Science Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship

Healthcare Science Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship

Healthcare Science Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship

 Thanks to a unique collaboration between UWE Bristol and NHS providers, healthcare science practitioners can now access exciting learning opportunities fully funded via an apprenticeship. 


 This Level 6 degree apprenticeship is aimed at healthcare workers who wish to develop in the field of medical physics and specialise in radiation physics, nuclear medicine or radiotherapy physics.  


You can study one of three specialist pathways on the Healthcare Science Practitioner (Medical Physics Technology) apprenticeship. For careers in radiotherapy, you will specialise in radiotherapy physics and will qualify with a BSc (Hons) Healthcare science  accredited by the National School of Healthcare Science. 



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Clinical Science MSc

Healthcare Science Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship

Healthcare Science Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship

This accredited MSc Clinical Sciences course is available to the healthcare science workforce and through competitive national recruitment.

The course co-ordinates specialist contributions from:

  • clinical scientists
  • consultants
  • clinical networks and departments.


It uses facilities from Newcastle University and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.


The Medical Physics pathway offers specialisms in the areas of:

  • radiotherapy physics
  • nuclear medicine
  • radiation safety and diagnostic radiology
  • imaging with non-ionising radiation

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