Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a senior therapeutic radiographer to join the team at Basingstoke Radiotherapy Department, a Satellite centre for University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Across both sites we have large and very friendly team of radiographers (over 60 clinical radiographers and assistants) delivering high quality radiotherapy treatment to over 2800 cancer patients each year. We are looking for an enthusiastic and friendly HCPC registered Therapeutic Radiographers to join our team to deliver a high quality of care. The role involves the day to day care of radiotherapy patients, working in pre-treatment and treatment units, providing safe, state-of-the-art patient centred care for our patients.
Main duties of the job
You can read an overview of the main duties of the role in the section below: Job Description and Main Responsibilities.
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents attached.
About us
ABOUT THE TEAM
At Basingstoke we have 1 Elekta Linear Accelerator and 1 planning CT scanner where the team are involved at every step of the radiotherapy pathway from planning to treatment for breast, prostate and palliative patients.
Combined we are the largest radiotherapy centre on the south coast. Southampton comprises of 6 Elekta Linear Accelerators (2 with ExacTrac imaging, Hexapod 6DF couches and FFF), 1 Ortho voltage machine, 2 Planning CT scanners (with 4D capability) and a full brachytherapy service.
We are a CHKS accredited department delivering highly specialised radiotherapy treatments for a variety of tumour sites. Southampton are also a tertiary referral centre for Neuro-oncology (delivering SRS/T), Haematology (delivering Total Body Irradiation-TBI) and Lung, Bone and nodal SABR centre. The department is also the only centre in the country delivering Intra operative Radiotherapy (IOERT) for Pancreatic and GI tumours.
The post holder will be responsible for radiotherapy pre-treatment and treatment delivery as part of a team within the Basingstoke Satellite Centre.
The normal department working hours include 7.5 hour shifts between the hours of 0700-2000 (Monday-Saturday). We also provide on call services for MSCC patients during the weekend.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO
- To lead the delivery of radiotherapy treatment using available equipment.
- To calculate and record radiotherapy treatments accurately and maintain written records.
- To be responsible for the well-being and care of patients during the course of their radiotherapy.
- To maintain all treatment records to department standards.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
- Enthusiastic individuals with a Degree in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of College of Radiographers
- Candidate should have a State Registration with the HCPC
- Excellent written and verbal English language skills
- Experience of a wide variety of Radiotherapy techniques & equipment.
- Ability to communicate with wide range of people.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Ability to work under own initiative.
- Be able to take instruction / directions and work within the confines of the role
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we can offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. We believe you deserve the best possible surroundings in which to do your job and we want to support you in doing your job to the best of your ability.
As a Trust, we support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. Youll have an opportunity to discuss this at interview. Our LiveWell and inspire programme offers opportunities, support and advice, including smoking cessation services, exercise and activity classes, and support for mental health.
UHS employees are able to access a huge range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata) on appointment, can access on-site nursery facilities (subject to availability), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO APPLY
If youre interested in applying for this role, wed encourage you to get in touch using the contact information at the bottom of this advert with any questions or if you would like to arrange an informal visit. Alternatively, if youre ready to apply, please follow the link below to complete an application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO
- To lead the delivery of radiotherapy treatment using available equipment.
- To calculate and record radiotherapy treatments accurately and maintain written records.
- To be responsible for the well-being and care of patients during the course of their radiotherapy.
- To maintain all treatment records to department standards.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
- Enthusiastic individuals with a Degree in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of College of Radiographers
- Candidate should have a State Registration with the HCPC
- Excellent written and verbal English language skills
- Experience of a wide variety of Radiotherapy techniques & equipment.
- Ability to communicate with wide range of people.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Ability to work under own initiative.
- Be able to take instruction / directions and work within the confines of the role
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we can offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. We believe you deserve the best possible surroundings in which to do your job and we want to support you in doing your job to the best of your ability.
As a Trust, we support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. Youll have an opportunity to discuss this at interview. Our LiveWell and inspire programme offers opportunities, support and advice, including smoking cessation services, exercise and activity classes, and support for mental health.
UHS employees are able to access a huge range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata) on appointment, can access on-site nursery facilities (subject to availability), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO APPLY
If youre interested in applying for this role, wed encourage you to get in touch using the contact information at the bottom of this advert with any questions or if you would like to arrange an informal visit. Alternatively, if youre ready to apply, please follow the link below to complete an application.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training Required
Essential
- Degree in Therapeutic Radiography, or Diploma of College of Radiographers
- State Registration Defined area of specialist practice/experience with caseload management
- Evidence of further study
Desirable
- Higher degree / Diploma in Management.
- Educational experience
Previous or Relevant Experience
Essential
- Experience of working to a high standard with a wide variety of Radiotherapy techniques & equipment. Knowledge / Experience of modern Radiotherapy technique
- Ability to lead a team as well as work as a team member
Desirable
- Experience and practice with the latest technological advances
Aptitudes and Skills
Essential
Desirable
- Evidence of some teaching / training/ presentation skills
- Evidence of multi-disciplinary practice
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training Required
Essential
- Degree in Therapeutic Radiography, or Diploma of College of Radiographers
- State Registration Defined area of specialist practice/experience with caseload management
- Evidence of further study
Desirable
- Higher degree / Diploma in Management.
- Educational experience
Previous or Relevant Experience
Essential
- Experience of working to a high standard with a wide variety of Radiotherapy techniques & equipment. Knowledge / Experience of modern Radiotherapy technique
- Ability to lead a team as well as work as a team member
Desirable
- Experience and practice with the latest technological advances
Aptitudes and Skills
Essential
Desirable
- Evidence of some teaching / training/ presentation skills
- Evidence of multi-disciplinary practice
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
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).
