Job summary
The Radiotherapy department of University Hospitals Leicester is excited to offer the opportunity for 2 x Band 6 rotational therapeutic radiographers to join our team.
The department is the host for the East Midlands radiotherapy network and has excellent transport links around the region and with the rest of the country. Being based at the Royal Infirmary site you will be within walking distance of the vibrant and historical city centre of Leicester.
Equipment includes 2 Varian Clinac iX linear accelerators with OBI, respiratory gating and RapidArc, 2 Varian TrueBeam linacs, ARIA Oncology management system, Prosoma Virtual Simulation, Varian Eclipse treatment planning system, 1 Canon and 1 GE wide bore CT scanners with 4DCT, XStrahl superficial unit and Varian GammaMed brachytherapy unit. A replacement programme to include 2 more Varian TrueBeam linacs is underway as well as the construction of a new brachytherapy suite.
We offer a wide range of modern treatments and techniques including deep inspiration breath hold for breast patients and SABR for both primary lung and oligometastatic disease.
This is an excellent opportunity to utilise your clinical and leadership skills for the benefit of the LLR patient population and for those patients from further afield.
Main duties of the job
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To be responsible for the accurate preparation, planning and delivery of treatment by self and all members of the relevant team.
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To organise and supervise the work schedules and patient management on a Linear Accelerator or CT Scanner on a daily basis.
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To assist the Superintendent Radiographers in the daily management of the professional, efficient and effective provision of high-quality care.
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To comply with all Trust and Departmental Policies, procedures and protocols, commenting and suggesting changes as necessary.
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To ensure a patient centred approach to the radiotherapy service.
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Work independently, or closely with the Band 7 radiographer, to coordinate the efficient, accurate patient focused planning and delivery of ionising radiation following evidence-based protocols.
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Assist in the development of protocols, documentation systems, standards, policies, and clinical guidelines for use by the multi-disciplinary team, meeting the needs of an ever-evolving practice in terms of patient management.
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Running the treatment unit smoothly and effectively and being able to prioritise daily tasks, taking into consideration the patients' needs and the capability of the team
About us
We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.
Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:
We focus on what matters most
We treat others how we would like to be treated
We are passionate and creative in our work
We do what we say we are going to do
We are one team and we are best when we work together
Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Demonstrate the safe use of highly complex treatment machines which cost in excess of £2 million.
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Ensure that the correct data is captured for every treatment delivered
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To assist in identifying the potential to improve the efficiency of the service.
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Be aware of the impact of changes in treatment technique/protocols have on the activity of the service.
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Provides training and ensures completion of the competency records
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To assess and mentor students.
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To act as a role model for the team of radiographers and students.
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To support other staff in Continuous Professional Development programmes.
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To comply with all Trust policies and procedures.
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Question and propose changes to procedures and policies within the department
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To actively engage with the Quality Management System.
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Actively participate in the implementation of changes to policies and procedures including authoring documents and training staff.
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Be aware and comply with the Local Rules of the Radiotherapy Department in compliance with the Ionising Radiation Regulations.
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Conform to the requirements of the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations IRMER.
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Ensure that staff / students under your supervision are compliant with radiation legislation.
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Must be aware of the skills and competencies available within the team, utilising them effectively and delegating appropriately.
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Reacting and reorganising the workload in response to unforeseen circumstances, such as machine breakdown, in such a way as to minimise disruption.
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Deliver training sessions including supporting staff to achieve clinical competency
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To participate in service improvement projects and able to carry out presentations when appropriate, promoting knowledge and awareness of radiotherapy, developing the service as one team.
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To comply with departmental policies for IR(ME)R compliance.
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To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of the post-holders own practice, practising within the framework of current legislation, fulfilling the duty of care to the patient, public and the Profession
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Monitors work areas and practices and ensures they are safe and free from hazards
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To comply with professional, statutory and Trust policies and procedures (e.g. Code of Professional Conduct, SoR Guidelines on Professional Practice and CPD, Health and Safety at Work Act etc.)
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To report any injury to patients, visitors or contractors in accordance with Trust policy, completing appropriate documentation and informing the Head of Radiotherapy.
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To participate in the departments on-going clinical & QMS audit programme and appropriate work related developmental projects.
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To provide a highly specialised service to patients.
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Able to make complex decisions to ensure patients receive the correct care.
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Able to provide patients, their carers and other healthcare professionals with specialist advice relating to their treatment and care.
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Able to obtain consent in line with the Trust policy.
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Able to recognise when advice needs to be sought from other healthcare providers or services.
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To ensure that consistently high standards of customer service are delivered at all times.
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To advise and support patients and their carers should they have any concerns or complaints.
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To record errors using the Datix system in a timely manner.
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Actively engage in any relevant research or trials undertaken within the department.
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Participate in audit and research in the department.
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Promote research and audit and encourage other staff to take part in these activities
Please see job description/person specification for full details on the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
Demonstrate the safe use of highly complex treatment machines which cost in excess of £2 million.
-
Ensure that the correct data is captured for every treatment delivered
-
To assist in identifying the potential to improve the efficiency of the service.
-
Be aware of the impact of changes in treatment technique/protocols have on the activity of the service.
-
Provides training and ensures completion of the competency records
-
To assess and mentor students.
-
To act as a role model for the team of radiographers and students.
-
To support other staff in Continuous Professional Development programmes.
-
To comply with all Trust policies and procedures.
-
Question and propose changes to procedures and policies within the department
-
To actively engage with the Quality Management System.
-
Actively participate in the implementation of changes to policies and procedures including authoring documents and training staff.
-
Be aware and comply with the Local Rules of the Radiotherapy Department in compliance with the Ionising Radiation Regulations.
-
Conform to the requirements of the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations IRMER.
-
Ensure that staff / students under your supervision are compliant with radiation legislation.
-
Must be aware of the skills and competencies available within the team, utilising them effectively and delegating appropriately.
-
Reacting and reorganising the workload in response to unforeseen circumstances, such as machine breakdown, in such a way as to minimise disruption.
-
Deliver training sessions including supporting staff to achieve clinical competency
-
To participate in service improvement projects and able to carry out presentations when appropriate, promoting knowledge and awareness of radiotherapy, developing the service as one team.
-
To comply with departmental policies for IR(ME)R compliance.
-
To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of the post-holders own practice, practising within the framework of current legislation, fulfilling the duty of care to the patient, public and the Profession
-
Monitors work areas and practices and ensures they are safe and free from hazards
-
To comply with professional, statutory and Trust policies and procedures (e.g. Code of Professional Conduct, SoR Guidelines on Professional Practice and CPD, Health and Safety at Work Act etc.)
-
To report any injury to patients, visitors or contractors in accordance with Trust policy, completing appropriate documentation and informing the Head of Radiotherapy.
-
To participate in the departments on-going clinical & QMS audit programme and appropriate work related developmental projects.
-
To provide a highly specialised service to patients.
-
Able to make complex decisions to ensure patients receive the correct care.
-
Able to provide patients, their carers and other healthcare professionals with specialist advice relating to their treatment and care.
-
Able to obtain consent in line with the Trust policy.
-
Able to recognise when advice needs to be sought from other healthcare providers or services.
-
To ensure that consistently high standards of customer service are delivered at all times.
-
To advise and support patients and their carers should they have any concerns or complaints.
-
To record errors using the Datix system in a timely manner.
-
Actively engage in any relevant research or trials undertaken within the department.
-
Participate in audit and research in the department.
-
Promote research and audit and encourage other staff to take part in these activities
Please see job description/person specification for full details on the role.
Person Specification
Leadership
Essential
- Can describe how they would take the lead
Desirable
- Has examples of demonstrating leadership
Competency
Essential
- Has the basic competencies required for pre-treatment and/or for treatment delivery and imaging
Desirable
- Has a range of competencies including those for advanced techniques
Registration
Essential
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Awareness of Trust values and behaviours
Desirable
- Examples given of demonstrating trust values and behaviours
Planning & organisation
Essential
- Describes how they would plan and organise the workload
Desirable
- Examples given of planning and organising the workload
Person Specification
Leadership
Essential
- Can describe how they would take the lead
Desirable
- Has examples of demonstrating leadership
Competency
Essential
- Has the basic competencies required for pre-treatment and/or for treatment delivery and imaging
Desirable
- Has a range of competencies including those for advanced techniques
Registration
Essential
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Awareness of Trust values and behaviours
Desirable
- Examples given of demonstrating trust values and behaviours
Planning & organisation
Essential
- Describes how they would plan and organise the workload
Desirable
- Examples given of planning and organising the workload
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).
