Job Description

Molecular Radiotherapy Lead
London, The Harley Street Clinic and across the hospital group
Full time: 37.5 hours per week
Fixed Term, Maternity Cover
Salary: Competitive + a range of flexible benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity to join Harley Street Clinics Molecular Radiotherapy service. The purpose of this role is to maintain and develop the radionuclide service, as well as provide specialist scientific support to the wider Medical Physics service.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will also be responsible for the direction of these services and supporting other hospitals within the group like The Wellington Hospital and London Bridge Hospital.
There will also be an opportunity to be involved in other aspects of work within the Medical Physics department (e.g. LDR prostate brachytherapy, Linac QA and dosimetry, research and development, etc.)
We currently offer I-131 thyroid ablation, Lu-177 DOTATATE, and Y-90 SIRT.
About us
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers. In the UK, were one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over 500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. Thats why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Molecular Radiotherapy Lead youll be eligible for:
Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
Group Life Assurance from day one
Critical illness cover
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Details
Date posted
24 December 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
E0115-0050152
Job locations
The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street
London
W1G 8BJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Manage all aspects of molecular radiotherapy activity in the department.
Contribute to the QA program for all areas of the department.
Assess, maintain and calibrate radiation monitoring instruments
Enhance existing and implement new molecular therapy techniques.
Advise and assist clinicians in setting up new therapeutic protocols that require the analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of options.
Provide training to other staff members e.g. nurses, RMOs or other physics staff on the safe use and storage of radionuclides within the hospital environment.
Represent the department during inspections for external compliance or conformance e.g. EA, CQC, HSE, ARSAC or BSI.
Act as Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS) for areas where radionuclides are used or stored within the hospital.
Prepare procedures, protocols, Local Rules and risk assessments pertaining to MRT and other areas of the Medical Physics department where appropriate. Contribute to regular reviews of all documentation in use and prepare related reports and presentations.
Develop the continual growth of the service. This can be through assisting the onboarding of new consultants and the launching of new MRT services, ensuring HCA policies and external compliance requirements are met in the process.
Lead the development, standardisation and alignment of MRT services across all HCA campuses, in line with the One HCA vision. Job description
Job responsibilities
Manage all aspects of molecular radiotherapy activity in the department.
Contribute to the QA program for all areas of the department.
Assess, maintain and calibrate radiation monitoring instruments
Enhance existing and implement new molecular therapy techniques.
Advise and assist clinicians in setting up new therapeutic protocols that require the analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of options.
Provide training to other staff members e.g. nurses, RMOs or other physics staff on the safe use and storage of radionuclides within the hospital environment.
Represent the department during inspections for external compliance or conformance e.g. EA, CQC, HSE, ARSAC or BSI.
Act as Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS) for areas where radionuclides are used or stored within the hospital.
Prepare procedures, protocols, Local Rules and risk assessments pertaining to MRT and other areas of the Medical Physics department where appropriate. Contribute to regular reviews of all documentation in use and prepare related reports and presentations.
Develop the continual growth of the service. This can be through assisting the onboarding of new consultants and the launching of new MRT services, ensuring HCA policies and external compliance requirements are met in the process.
Lead the development, standardisation and alignment of MRT services across all HCA campuses, in line with the One HCA vision.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Knowledge of best practices for handling of sealed and unsealed radioactive sources
• Ability to create and update protocols and procedures
• Knowledge of best practices for use of contamination and dose rate monitors
• Knowledge of best practices for use of radionuclide dose calibrators
• Able to explain complex information across various formats
• Able to coordinate diverse professionals to resolve clinical challenges
• Manual dexterity to manipulate unsealed radioactive sources safely / accurately
• Working knowledge of appropriate legislation (e.g. EPR, IRR, IRMER)
• Understanding the wider Radiation Oncology Service offerings in healthcare

Qualifications
Essential

• Bachelors degree in relevant scientific, technical or healthcare discipline

Desirable

• Registration with an appropriate body (e.g. RCT or HCPC)

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Knowledge of best practices for handling of sealed and unsealed radioactive sources
• Ability to create and update protocols and procedures
• Knowledge of best practices for use of contamination and dose rate monitors
• Knowledge of best practices for use of radionuclide dose calibrators
• Able to explain complex information across various formats
• Able to coordinate diverse professionals to resolve clinical challenges
• Manual dexterity to manipulate unsealed radioactive sources safely / accurately
• Working knowledge of appropriate legislation (e.g. EPR, IRR, IRMER)
• Understanding the wider Radiation Oncology Service offerings in healthcare

Qualifications
Essential

• Bachelors degree in relevant scientific, technical or healthcare discipline

Desirable

• Registration with an appropriate body (e.g. RCT or HCPC)

Skills Required