Job summary
We are very excited to announce that we are offering a level 6
Apprenticeship in Therapeutic Radiography. Once qualified as a therapeutic radiographer you will be
part of a multidisciplinary team treating patients with cancer using radiation.
The apprenticeship will run over 3 years and 3 months, comprising of: -
On the job training based within the radiotherapy department
housed in the Oncology Centre at Worcestershire Royal Hospital
Off the job training - following
an integrated timetable with Sheffield Hallam University.
Completion of a BSc (Hons) degree in Therapeutic
Radiography, approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
The post is 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday (this includes study
time).
Applicants must be able to evidence Maths and
English GCSE grade C/4 or above or functional skills for both at level 2 and
evidence of study at level 3 or above (please see personal specification for
full details of entry requirements for the University).
Interviews will be held jointly with Sheffield Hallam
University.
We encourage anyone interested in applying to arrange a pre-interview site
visit to ensure that this is the right career choice for you.
Main duties of the job
The apprentice will be based as an
employee within Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS trust as an apprentice
radiographer under the Therapeutic Radiographer Apprenticeship Programme,
committing themselves to train as a radiographer meeting the clinical and
academic requirements of the course.
The apprentice
will develop and maintain knowledge, skills and competencies related to the
role within the service and through completion of the degree apprenticeship
programme which includes working in a variety of clinical placements and
delivery of person centred care.
The apprentice
will work towards attainment of a Level 6 BSC (Hons) degree qualification
through a Level 6 apprenticeship.
The
apprentice will work alongside the multidisciplinary team within the
radiotherapy department whilst they train to be a therapeutic radiographer
under the direct supervision of a registered practitioner. The post holder will
be required to work shifts as required by the department (from 07:15 until
20:00).
The successful
applicant must be prepared to undertake any formal or informal study and
training required to fulfil the needs of the post. There will be a minimum of
20% protected study time (equivalent to 1 day per week).
Upon successful
completion of the apprenticeship the post holder will gain a BSc (Hons) in
Therapeutic Radiography and will be eligible to apply for registration with the
Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Therapeutic Radiographer.
About us
Our purpose is simple - Putting Patients First. We are looking for exceptional colleagues who can help us achieve this.
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond.
The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester
Our workforce is over 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be one of them.
We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us to achieve our Vision - working in partnership to provide the best healthcare for our communities, leading and supporting our teams to move 4ward. Our 4ward behaviours, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do.
Our objectives are simple:
- Best services for local people
- Best experience of care and best outcomes for our patients
- Best use of resources
- Best people
Better never stops, and our Clinical Services Strategy provides a clear future vision for our Trust, our hospitals, our services and our role in the wider health and care system.
We are proud to have achieved Timewise accreditation - this means we are committed to embedding flexible working within our organisation as a flex positive employer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key
Duties:
General / Clinical:
Assist
in the daily workload of the department, liaising with portering service,
administration staff and other members of the MDT to facilitate the
co-ordination of patient appointments.
To
identify the patient as per trust policy
Under
the supervision of a registered practitioner operate radiotherapy equipment in
both the treatment areas as well as in the pre-treatment area.
Under
the supervision of a registered practitioner carry out machine QA.
Under
the supervision of a registered practitioner follow departmental procedure for
equipment shutdown.
Move
patients and heavy equipment using safe and approved techniques and aids,
updating Manual Handling training annually in line with Trust policy.
To
ensure professional appearance and a high standard of hygiene is maintained at
all times in compliance with the trusts uniform policy.
Take a flexible approach in supporting colleagues during times of
workload pressure
To
act within professional and legal frameworks taking responsibility and
accountability for all aspects of ones own work.
To
be an active member of the teams learning process such as in service training,
staff meetings, training sessions, insight visits, shadowing, external courses
and reflective practice. To share skills
learnt from other clinical areas or academic study with the team.
To
respond positively to organisational change and be flexible with work practices
depending on need.
Patient care:
Under
the supervision of a registered practitioner assess patients medical condition
monitor their progress during treatment and any significant changes are
reported to your supervising radiographer.
Under
the supervision of a registered practitioner provide written and verbal
information to patients and carers on all aspects of Radiotherapy treatment and
its associated side effects ensuring that explanations are appropriate to the
patients comprehension and level of understanding.
Under
the supervision of a registered practitioner educate, motivate and reassure
patients to ensure consent to and compliance with treatment regimens which may
be arduous and poorly tolerated, assessing the patients physical and emotional
state on a daily basis to ensure fitness for treatment.
Education
The
post holder will make a commitment to study both at work and at home during the
duration of the apprenticeship course
Maintain
a learning journal of the 20% off-the-job learning required to meet the
apprenticeship standard.
Attendance
of the Universities teaching session are mandatory (either e-learning, virtual
tutorials or on site tutorials), annual leave is to be taken outside of the
universities teaching sessions.
To
be prepared to undertake any formal or informal training required to fulfil the
needs of the post. This includes
self-study.
Take
responsibility for the quality of your own work and keep your manager informed
of how the work is progressing, addressing any queries or concerns in a timely
manner
Submit
all apprenticeship assessment work on time in line with the requirements of the
training provider
With
your managers support identify additional areas of development or training
required to meet the role.
To
participate in the Trusts appraisal process and consider personal and professional
development plan.
To
take personal responsibility for ensuring own mandatory/statutory training is
kept up to date and to use the ESR to record all mandatory training.
To
develop and consolidate personal knowledge and skills through the forming of a
CPD portfolio.
Clinical Governance:
Work
within the standards and requirements of Quality Management System and
contribute to the development, implementation and audit of radiotherapy quality
procedures and work instructions
Report
all incidents to supervising radiographer and report using Datix in a timely
manner
To
work within the framework of add trust name policies and procedures.
Communication
Ensure
that any records relating to the planning, treatment and care of patient are
accurately recorded and maintained as per departmental / trust policy
Seek
appropriate support and guidance regarding any concerns related to the accuracy
of a treatment.
Report
any malfunctions / breakdown of equipment to the appropriately.
Under
supervision communicate and receive sensitive information, maintaining patient
confidentiality at all times
To
develop a high standard of care be developing excellent communication skills
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key
Duties:
General / Clinical:
Assist
in the daily workload of the department, liaising with portering service,
administration staff and other members of the MDT to facilitate the
co-ordination of patient appointments.
To
identify the patient as per trust policy
Under
the supervision of a registered practitioner operate radiotherapy equipment in
both the treatment areas as well as in the pre-treatment area.
Under
the supervision of a registered practitioner carry out machine QA.
Under
the supervision of a registered practitioner follow departmental procedure for
equipment shutdown.
Move
patients and heavy equipment using safe and approved techniques and aids,
updating Manual Handling training annually in line with Trust policy.
To
ensure professional appearance and a high standard of hygiene is maintained at
all times in compliance with the trusts uniform policy.
Take a flexible approach in supporting colleagues during times of
workload pressure
To
act within professional and legal frameworks taking responsibility and
accountability for all aspects of ones own work.
To
be an active member of the teams learning process such as in service training,
staff meetings, training sessions, insight visits, shadowing, external courses
and reflective practice. To share skills
learnt from other clinical areas or academic study with the team.
To
respond positively to organisational change and be flexible with work practices
depending on need.
Patient care:
Under
the supervision of a registered practitioner assess patients medical condition
monitor their progress during treatment and any significant changes are
reported to your supervising radiographer.
Under
the supervision of a registered practitioner provide written and verbal
information to patients and carers on all aspects of Radiotherapy treatment and
its associated side effects ensuring that explanations are appropriate to the
patients comprehension and level of understanding.
Under
the supervision of a registered practitioner educate, motivate and reassure
patients to ensure consent to and compliance with treatment regimens which may
be arduous and poorly tolerated, assessing the patients physical and emotional
state on a daily basis to ensure fitness for treatment.
Education
The
post holder will make a commitment to study both at work and at home during the
duration of the apprenticeship course
Maintain
a learning journal of the 20% off-the-job learning required to meet the
apprenticeship standard.
Attendance
of the Universities teaching session are mandatory (either e-learning, virtual
tutorials or on site tutorials), annual leave is to be taken outside of the
universities teaching sessions.
To
be prepared to undertake any formal or informal training required to fulfil the
needs of the post. This includes
self-study.
Take
responsibility for the quality of your own work and keep your manager informed
of how the work is progressing, addressing any queries or concerns in a timely
manner
Submit
all apprenticeship assessment work on time in line with the requirements of the
training provider
With
your managers support identify additional areas of development or training
required to meet the role.
To
participate in the Trusts appraisal process and consider personal and professional
development plan.
To
take personal responsibility for ensuring own mandatory/statutory training is
kept up to date and to use the ESR to record all mandatory training.
To
develop and consolidate personal knowledge and skills through the forming of a
CPD portfolio.
Clinical Governance:
Work
within the standards and requirements of Quality Management System and
contribute to the development, implementation and audit of radiotherapy quality
procedures and work instructions
Report
all incidents to supervising radiographer and report using Datix in a timely
manner
To
work within the framework of add trust name policies and procedures.
Communication
Ensure
that any records relating to the planning, treatment and care of patient are
accurately recorded and maintained as per departmental / trust policy
Seek
appropriate support and guidance regarding any concerns related to the accuracy
of a treatment.
Report
any malfunctions / breakdown of equipment to the appropriately.
Under
supervision communicate and receive sensitive information, maintaining patient
confidentiality at all times
To
develop a high standard of care be developing excellent communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Meet University entry requirements:-
- The usual entry requirements are 3 GCSE passes at grade C or grade 4 and above including mathematics, English Language or literature and a science subject. Alternative and equivalent Maths and English qualifications will be accepted.
-
- GCSE maths and English equivalents
- Equivalency test from: www.equivalencytesting.co.uk
- Level 2 Key Skills/Application of Number/ Grade D at GCSE Maths/Level 2 Maths credits from an Access course.
-
- GCSE Science equivalents
- Science units gained on a level 3 BTEC or National Diploma or Extended Diploma Qualification
- Science credits gained on Access to Higher Education Diploma
- Science equivalency test from: www.equivalencytesting.co.uk
-
- Plus one of the following:
- 120 UCAS points from 3 A levels (including at least 40 points from natural science such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics or social science subject (psychology or sociology). Or equivalent from national BTEC qualifications e.g.: Extended Diploma in Applied Science, Health Science or Health Studies
- Access to HE Diploma in health studies, health science, nursing or another science-based course. Normally we require 15 of the level 3 credits to be graded at distinction level with 12 of these distinctions from science units.
- Previous degree in a related subject or evidence of science in your academic profile.
- Other entry routes will be considered on an individual basis.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Time management skills and the ability to prioritise
- Basic understanding of radiotherapy
- Establish and maintain communication with others on routine, daily and operational matters.
- Contribute to own personal development
- Computer literacy
- Able to organise self and others, to take initiative
Desirable
- Awareness of national standards such as IRR (2017), IR(ME)R 2017 and associated codes of practice.
- Knowledge of responsibility/accountability and importance of patient documentation
Experience
Essential
- Work experience in the chosen profession or a healthcare setting
- Evidence of time spent working in a person facing role. This would include part time roles whilst at school or college
- Experience of helping people
Desirable
- Previous experience working within health care environment
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to communicate well, individually and as a team
- Caring and empathetic
- Enjoy working with and helping people
- Approachable and friendly
- An ability to work under pressure
- Flexible attitude with respect to hours of work
- Flexible attitude to departmental duties
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Meet University entry requirements:-
- The usual entry requirements are 3 GCSE passes at grade C or grade 4 and above including mathematics, English Language or literature and a science subject. Alternative and equivalent Maths and English qualifications will be accepted.
-
- GCSE maths and English equivalents
- Equivalency test from: www.equivalencytesting.co.uk
- Level 2 Key Skills/Application of Number/ Grade D at GCSE Maths/Level 2 Maths credits from an Access course.
-
- GCSE Science equivalents
- Science units gained on a level 3 BTEC or National Diploma or Extended Diploma Qualification
- Science credits gained on Access to Higher Education Diploma
- Science equivalency test from: www.equivalencytesting.co.uk
-
- Plus one of the following:
- 120 UCAS points from 3 A levels (including at least 40 points from natural science such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics or social science subject (psychology or sociology). Or equivalent from national BTEC qualifications e.g.: Extended Diploma in Applied Science, Health Science or Health Studies
- Access to HE Diploma in health studies, health science, nursing or another science-based course. Normally we require 15 of the level 3 credits to be graded at distinction level with 12 of these distinctions from science units.
- Previous degree in a related subject or evidence of science in your academic profile.
- Other entry routes will be considered on an individual basis.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Time management skills and the ability to prioritise
- Basic understanding of radiotherapy
- Establish and maintain communication with others on routine, daily and operational matters.
- Contribute to own personal development
- Computer literacy
- Able to organise self and others, to take initiative
Desirable
- Awareness of national standards such as IRR (2017), IR(ME)R 2017 and associated codes of practice.
- Knowledge of responsibility/accountability and importance of patient documentation
Experience
Essential
- Work experience in the chosen profession or a healthcare setting
- Evidence of time spent working in a person facing role. This would include part time roles whilst at school or college
- Experience of helping people
Desirable
- Previous experience working within health care environment
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to communicate well, individually and as a team
- Caring and empathetic
- Enjoy working with and helping people
- Approachable and friendly
- An ability to work under pressure
- Flexible attitude with respect to hours of work
- Flexible attitude to departmental duties
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.
