Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Radiographer Radiotherapy

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Job summary

We have an excellent opportunity for 4 Band 6 Radiographers to join our friendly and supportive team!

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the relevant team leader in the day to day management of patient flow, assisting in the organisation and the management of the clinical workload.

We have 4 Elekta linear accelerators including Versa HD which enhances our ability to provide high quality Radiotherapy and facilitate the delivery of Stereotactic treatment. All machines are utilised to deliver VMAT/IMRT with XVI imaging. We have recently had a new Linac installed and we are expecting to use this clinically by late SummerWe have an active HDR Brachytherapy program, treating Prostate, Skin, and Gynecological cancers. The Brachytherapy suite includes a small ops theatre with recovery area situated within the Radiotherapy department. Treatments are delivered using the HDR Microselectron featuring 30 transfer tubes.

Patients are localised using our new brand Canon CT scanner which has been clinical since June 2022.

Planning software includes; Prosoma VSS, Xio, Monaco and Oncentra Brachy.

Main duties of the job

To support the relevant team leader in the day to day management of patient flow, assisting in the organisation and the management of the clinical workload.
To provide high quality individualised treatment and care to all patients.
To act with integrity and professionalism at all times and to act as a role model to junior staff members and students.
The post is competency driven and can be rotational through all areas of the department (CT, pretreatment checking, treatment and Brachytherapy) or you may wish to specialise depending on yourinterests and experience.
Have a flexible approach to work. Work shifts or extended hours to meet capacity and demand.
Participate in the departmental on-call rota and when necessary work weekends and Bank holidays to meet gap management needs

About us

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.

We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.

We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.

Date posted

15 July 2022

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£32,306 an hour Per Annum Pro Rata for Part Time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-CSS-7430

Job locations

Southend

Westcliff-on-Sea

SS0 0RY

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist in the daily organisation and running of the relevant unit. To deputise for the senior in charge of the unit when required.
To promote and maintain high standards of professional and technical work within the department
To liaise with other members of staff and other departments to ensure the care and well-being of patients throughout their treatment, giving clear instructions and explanations where necessary.
To provide high quality individualised treatment and care to all patients.
To act with integrity and professionalism at all times and to act as a role model to junior staff members and students.

For further information, please refer to the attached job description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist in the daily organisation and running of the relevant unit. To deputise for the senior in charge of the unit when required.
To promote and maintain high standards of professional and technical work within the department
To liaise with other members of staff and other departments to ensure the care and well-being of patients throughout their treatment, giving clear instructions and explanations where necessary.
To provide high quality individualised treatment and care to all patients.
To act with integrity and professionalism at all times and to act as a role model to junior staff members and students.

For further information, please refer to the attached job description.

Person Specification

HCPC Registration

Essential

Must be Registered with HCPC

Experience

Essential

Experience at Band 5

Desirable

Evidence of post graduate development

Person Specification

HCPC Registration

Essential

Must be Registered with HCPC

Experience

Essential

Experience at Band 5

Desirable

Evidence of post graduate development

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Westcliff-on-Sea

SS0 0RY

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Westcliff-on-Sea

SS0 0RY

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)