Job summary
We are offering an exciting opportunity for Pre-Treatment Radiographer to join our team in a forward thinking radiotherapy department at Velindre Cancer Services
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Face to face interviews only
Main duties of the job
BSc (Hons) T, Diploma College of Radiographers DCR(T), or Post Graduate Diploma in Radiotherapy.
Registered with HCPC.
Experience rotating through all specialist areas/units of radiotherapy service.
In depth experience or in depth theoretical study of a range of radiotherapy treatment techniques.
Provides a highly specialist clinical service. Implements highly specialist radiotherapy procedures i.e. use of complex diagnostic imaging to produce radiotherapy plans for treatments.
The experience of the radiographer will allow for an informed discussion within a MDT environment of how optimum treatment delivery can be achieved.
Interprets complicated treatment plans and calculations.
Provides first line advice for GPs, nurses and doctors.
Undertakes daily calibrations and quality assurance of pre-treatment equipment.
Specialist skills for assessing acute and chronic cancer conditions. This includes assessment of patient prior to planning radiotherapy, evaluation of treatment plan, plan modifications, and general patient health and wellbeing.
Responsible for ensuring that the treatment prescription is accurate and correct before treatment can commence.
Calculation of radiotherapy treatment doses including appropriate corrections or alterations within stated protocols.
About us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centreand our award-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you
Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Organisational skills
- Interpersonal skill
- IT skills
- Organised
- Adaptable to change
- Shows initiative/ drive
- Self motivated
- Team worker
- Reliable and punctual
- Flexible approach to work and needs of the service
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh to Level 1
- Supervisory skills - radiographers and students
- Mentoring skills
Experience
Essential
- Significant specific knowledge of radiotherapy acquired by rotating through all aspects of radiotherapy involving the whole range of highly specialised and highly complex radiotherapy equipment including linear accelerators and CT simulators Significant specific knowledge of radiotherapy acquired by rotating through all aspects of radiotherapy involving the whole range of highly specialised and highly complex radiotherapy equipment including linear accelerators and CT simulators
- Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy.
- Sound practical and technical ability and experience in a wide range of pre-treatment and immobilisation techniques
Desirable
- Quality assurance
- Audit
- Student assessment
Qualifications
Essential
- B.Sc. (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of College of Radiographers DCR (T)
- Registration with Health Care Professions Council
- Evidence of CPD (continuing professional development) gained through short courses at Masters level or equivalent experience
- Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy.
- Knowledge and understanding of current oncology issues
- Full knowledge of radiation regulations
Desirable
- Evidence of further study to Masters Level
- Leadership or management studies/ qualification
- Knowledge of COSHH and Health and Safety Regulations.
- Knowledge of research and development.
- Understanding of NHS Wales
Values
Essential
- Excellence in Patient care
- Adhere to trust values
Person Specification
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Organisational skills
- Interpersonal skill
- IT skills
- Organised
- Adaptable to change
- Shows initiative/ drive
- Self motivated
- Team worker
- Reliable and punctual
- Flexible approach to work and needs of the service
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh to Level 1
- Supervisory skills - radiographers and students
- Mentoring skills
Experience
Essential
- Significant specific knowledge of radiotherapy acquired by rotating through all aspects of radiotherapy involving the whole range of highly specialised and highly complex radiotherapy equipment including linear accelerators and CT simulators Significant specific knowledge of radiotherapy acquired by rotating through all aspects of radiotherapy involving the whole range of highly specialised and highly complex radiotherapy equipment including linear accelerators and CT simulators
- Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy.
- Sound practical and technical ability and experience in a wide range of pre-treatment and immobilisation techniques
Desirable
- Quality assurance
- Audit
- Student assessment
Qualifications
Essential
- B.Sc. (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of College of Radiographers DCR (T)
- Registration with Health Care Professions Council
- Evidence of CPD (continuing professional development) gained through short courses at Masters level or equivalent experience
- Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy.
- Knowledge and understanding of current oncology issues
- Full knowledge of radiation regulations
Desirable
- Evidence of further study to Masters Level
- Leadership or management studies/ qualification
- Knowledge of COSHH and Health and Safety Regulations.
- Knowledge of research and development.
- Understanding of NHS Wales
Values
Essential
- Excellence in Patient care
- Adhere to trust values
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
