Job summary
An attractive opportunity has arisen to join the Radiotherapy department at BHRUT NHS Trust as a Band 6 Senior Therapy Radiographer. We are committed to innovation and continual improvements with the patient at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for an HCPC Registered experienced proactive and dynamic therapeutic radiographer who can meet complex and competing demands, deadlines and targets. This is a brilliant opportunity to gain excellent leadership skills in a fast paced Trust.
Main duties of the job
The department treat patients from across East London and Essex. RapidArc, IMRT, IGRT, DIBH and 4DCT are in routine use for a wide range of clinical sites and we are one of the highest providers of IMRT & VMAT in England. The centre participates in several clinical trials.
Our department is equipped with
. Halcyon Linac
. Edge + unit that has SRS and SABR capabilities, 4D CBCT and a 6DOF couch
. Ethos Therapy Linac
. Siemens wide-bore CT Scanner with iMAR capability
. Xstrahl Orthovoltage unit
. ARIA Rad-Onc EMR, Eclipse Treatment planning and Ethos Treatment Management Systems
. QPulse Quality Management System
. Varian Noona Patient Report Outcomes app
The radiotherapy department is located on the Queen's Hospital site. Romford is an historic market town with excellent road links as well as an easy rail commute into London. The hospital is a 15-minute walk from the train station but there are frequent bus services that drop right outside the main entrance.
About us
Under the leadership of our Chair, Jacqui Smith and Matthew Trainer, our Chief Executive we provide care for the residents of three diverse London boroughs. More than half of our 7,500 strong workforce are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and most live in Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge. We also provide healthcare services to people in south west Essex, and specialist neurosciences services to the whole of the county.
Our services include all the major specialties of large acute hospitals, operating from two main sites - King George Hospital in Goodmayes and Queen's Hospital in Romford. We also provide outpatient services at Brentwood Community Hospital, Barking Hospital, Loxford Polyclinic and Harold Wood Polyclinic.
As we recover from Covid-19, we're proud to be leading the way in reducing the time our patients wait to get the treatment they need. The pandemic provided the drive for our teams to innovate and change.
We know we have more work to do to improve waiting times for urgent and emergency care, and this will be one of the many benefits of our closer collaboration with Barts Health. Working with them and with all our partners across north east London, we will find a sustainable solution to enhance patient care.
We are particularly proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre; Radiotherapy Centre; Hyper Acute Stroke Unit; and dedicated breast care service at King George Hospital. We're also pleased to be part of the NEL Cancer Alliance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.
Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.
All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.
Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Balram Kullootee, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 4250. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.
Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.
All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.
Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Balram Kullootee, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 4250. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Therapeutic radiography or equivalent formal qualification.
- Health & Care Profession Council (HCPC) registration as a therapy radiographer.
Desirable
- Evidence of recent CPD
- Specialist training, knowledge and experience to master's level or equivalent.
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Be committed to self-development and continued professional development.
- Have a high level of physical fitness in order to accurately manoeuvre patients and equipment, and work in sub-optimal conditions (eg dim light, extended height etc)
- Demonstrate ability to work under pressure in an unpredictable working environment, maintaining a calm and professional attitude.
- Work flexibly in a variety of situations and participate in shift work in the event of machine breakdown.
- Participate in weekend On-call and bank holiday working where required
- Good communication skills, able to supervise and support junior staff/students
Desirable
- Practical experience in planning and delivering a wide range of radiotherapy techniques.
Experience/ Knowledge
Essential
- Minimum of 18 months postgraduate experience
- Practical experience in delivering a wide range of radiotherapy techniques
- Demonstrate knowledge of radiotherapy equipment QA to ensure its safe use.
- Problem - solve and make decisions using mathematical and evaluative skills.
- Demonstrate knowledge and ability to ensure compliance with quality system.
- Interpret a wide range of imaging modalities for planning and treatment optimisation.
- Provide information and support about cancer, and communicate highly distressing, sensitive information to patients and relatives/carers.
Desirable
- Experience using Varian equipment
- Experience using Eclipse planning system
- Experience of SABR treatment
- Experience of paperless working
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Therapeutic radiography or equivalent formal qualification.
- Health & Care Profession Council (HCPC) registration as a therapy radiographer.
Desirable
- Evidence of recent CPD
- Specialist training, knowledge and experience to master's level or equivalent.
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Be committed to self-development and continued professional development.
- Have a high level of physical fitness in order to accurately manoeuvre patients and equipment, and work in sub-optimal conditions (eg dim light, extended height etc)
- Demonstrate ability to work under pressure in an unpredictable working environment, maintaining a calm and professional attitude.
- Work flexibly in a variety of situations and participate in shift work in the event of machine breakdown.
- Participate in weekend On-call and bank holiday working where required
- Good communication skills, able to supervise and support junior staff/students
Desirable
- Practical experience in planning and delivering a wide range of radiotherapy techniques.
Experience/ Knowledge
Essential
- Minimum of 18 months postgraduate experience
- Practical experience in delivering a wide range of radiotherapy techniques
- Demonstrate knowledge of radiotherapy equipment QA to ensure its safe use.
- Problem - solve and make decisions using mathematical and evaluative skills.
- Demonstrate knowledge and ability to ensure compliance with quality system.
- Interpret a wide range of imaging modalities for planning and treatment optimisation.
- Provide information and support about cancer, and communicate highly distressing, sensitive information to patients and relatives/carers.
Desirable
- Experience using Varian equipment
- Experience using Eclipse planning system
- Experience of SABR treatment
- Experience of paperless working
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).
