Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Robert White Radiotherapy Centre in Dorchester, the satellite radiotherapy unit of the Poole Radiotherapy Department.
We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated, compassionate and technically skilled radiographer to support our satellite department to be a centre of excellence on the south coast.
At the Robert White Centre we have a True Beam Linac, with the VisionRT surface guided radiotherapy system, allowing us to give high quality radiotherapy to the local community which otherwise would have had to travel to the main site at Poole.
Although the post is based at the satellite centre, there will also be a rotation through the main department so the post holder can experience other specialist treatments.
Upon joining our team, the post holder will be supported with on-going professional and personal development and a comprehensive induction program.
Full time staff currently work their contracted hours over 4 days and are given a rolling day off each week with rotation. Applicants must be educated to DCR(T) / BSc Hons or equivalent and be registered with the Health Professions Council and have a minimum of 18 months post qualification experience.
Base Location: Robert White Radiotherapy Centre in Dorchester,
Interview Date: 25th July 2022
Main duties of the job
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert
About us
This is a really exciting time to join UHD! We are a three site acute trust with 'university hospital' status, due to our partnership with Bournemouth University, delivering highly regarded health services to the county of Dorset, and beyond. We employ some 10,000 staff, with an ambitious £250m estates programme on the way to delivering state-of-the-art facilities to meet the current and future healthcare needs of the populations we serve.
In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) with over seven miles of sandy beaches, you'll find inspirational opportunities to achieve your perfect work/life balance. With the New Forest and the Purbecks on our doorstep, we're also less than three hours from London by road or train. The thriving towns of Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch give way to idyllic villages and unspoilt landscapes just minutes from our hospitals.
Please note:
Staff recruited are expected to be available to work flexibly across all our Trust locations when service demands require it.
This advert may be closed early if sufficient applications are received.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated.
Internal Candidates: staff employed prior to merger who voluntarily change jobs will be appointed to UHD terms and conditions
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert
Person Specification
Qualification/registration
Essential
- BSc (Hons) in Radiotherapy or equivalent accredited programme
- HCPC registered
Desirable
- Formal evidence of post registration study
Relevant experience
Essential
- Minimum 18 months post registration experience of using sophisticated radiotherapy equipment. Treating patients using advanced techniques and competence in IGRT and IMRT technologies.
Desirable
- Participation in the delivery in a range of specialised techniques, i.e , IGRT, IMRT, vDIBH, SGRT
- Cannulation trained / experience In administering IV contrast media
- Demonstrate experience in using equipment associated with pre-treatment including CT scanners, virtual simulation software and clinical mark up.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to act as a deputy for the team leader in their absence. Lead and motivate team members
- Be an effective communicator across the multi-disciplinary team using both written and spoken English
- Good time keeping
- Able to demonstrate ability and willingness to take decisions and problem solve.
- Demonstrate attention to detail in all aspects of work
Desirable
- Evidence of management capability
- Display strong organisational and time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks
- Previous demonstrable participation in research and/or audit
- Demonstrable ability to work in a busy environment and cope when the service is under pressure.
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable theoretical and practical knowledge of Radiotherapy.
- Understanding and knowledge of first line radiotherapy care of side effects and advice
Person Specification
Qualification/registration
Essential
- BSc (Hons) in Radiotherapy or equivalent accredited programme
- HCPC registered
Desirable
- Formal evidence of post registration study
Relevant experience
Essential
- Minimum 18 months post registration experience of using sophisticated radiotherapy equipment. Treating patients using advanced techniques and competence in IGRT and IMRT technologies.
Desirable
- Participation in the delivery in a range of specialised techniques, i.e , IGRT, IMRT, vDIBH, SGRT
- Cannulation trained / experience In administering IV contrast media
- Demonstrate experience in using equipment associated with pre-treatment including CT scanners, virtual simulation software and clinical mark up.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to act as a deputy for the team leader in their absence. Lead and motivate team members
- Be an effective communicator across the multi-disciplinary team using both written and spoken English
- Good time keeping
- Able to demonstrate ability and willingness to take decisions and problem solve.
- Demonstrate attention to detail in all aspects of work
Desirable
- Evidence of management capability
- Display strong organisational and time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks
- Previous demonstrable participation in research and/or audit
- Demonstrable ability to work in a busy environment and cope when the service is under pressure.
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable theoretical and practical knowledge of Radiotherapy.
- Understanding and knowledge of first line radiotherapy care of side effects and advice
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
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).
