Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Therapy Radiographer to join our Radiotherapy team at The London Clinic, based at our Duchess of Devonshire Wing (W1G 6JA). We are offering a competitive inclusive salary range of £44,252 - £54,077 per annum.
Main duties of the job
The Therapy Radiographer will support the radiotherapy patient through the clinical and technical delivery of all radiotherapy tasks from referral to follow up, with specific focus on treatment planning. The post holder will bridge the gap between planning and treatment by supporting treatment delivery, underpinned by radiotherapy planning knowledge and expertise. The post holder will ensure the highest standards of treatment and care at all times.
About us
Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with 8 state-of-the-art facilities located in the heart of London's medical community around Harley Street. We have circa 1350 employees, and we are dedicated to providing our patients with expert, individualised treatment and care. The Duchess of Devonshire Wing is The London Clinic's dedicated award-winning cancer centre, which includes state-of-the-art radiotherapy, and chemotherapy suites as well as 47 dedicated patient bedrooms for Oncology & Haematology patients. The London Clinic radiotherapy department uses the world's most up-to-date technology to provide the most advanced treatments possible for our patients. The radiotherapy equipment includes three linear accelerators (Linacs), the CyberKnife robotic radiosurgery system, and two Varian Linacs.
The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community.
The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The below outlines the key duties of this role. For further information on the responsibilities of this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description.
Key Duties:
- Implement safe and accurate high-energy radiotherapy treatment to cancer patients, adhering to radiotherapy protocols and procedures.
- Provide a continuum or care, requiring complex technical skills in localisation, planning and dosimetry, verification, and management of treatment processes.
- Conduct quality assurance and controls tasks as required insuring high-quality patient treatments and care.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team providing a high-quality radiotherapy service.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The below outlines the key duties of this role. For further information on the responsibilities of this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description.
Key Duties:
- Implement safe and accurate high-energy radiotherapy treatment to cancer patients, adhering to radiotherapy protocols and procedures.
- Provide a continuum or care, requiring complex technical skills in localisation, planning and dosimetry, verification, and management of treatment processes.
- Conduct quality assurance and controls tasks as required insuring high-quality patient treatments and care.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team providing a high-quality radiotherapy service.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Able to work successfully in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Able to work under pressure.
- Able to communicate effectively with consultants, peers, associated staff and trainees.
- Computer literate to support clinical needs.
- Able to critically evaluate clinical plan for radiotherapy treatment.
- Broad, fundamental knowledge of radiotherapy.
- Understanding of the radiotherapy regulatory environment.
- Understanding of radiotherapy professional development and maintenance of professional acumen.
- In depth knowledge of radiotherapy side effects and associated treatments.
- In depth knowledge of radiotherapy treatment modalities, options and techniques.
- Knowledge in fundamentals of radiotherapy planning.
Desirable
- Development and implementation of new technologies.
- Able to conduct and publish research.
- Able to critically evaluate radiotherapy practice.
- Capable of developing and implementing new radiotherapy treatment modalities.
- Experience of presenting locally / nationally.
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR (T) or BSc Radiotherapy or UK recognised equivalent.
- State Registration with HCPC.
- Evidence of CPD activities commensurate with the post roles and responsibilities.
Desirable
- Masters study / work-based learning / taught courses commensurate with post.
Experience
Essential
- Broad post qualification clinical experience in all aspects of radiotherapy.
- Practical experience of a wide range of radiotherapy equipment, technique and practice including IMRT and IGRT.
- Experience in dealing with clinical problems.
- Experience in patient support and information.
Desirable
- Practical experience of VMAT, SRS. SBRT, SGRT and gating.
- Presentation of scientific papers to peers at national conferences.
- Experience with CyberKnife and Varian radiotherapy systems.
- Experience in paperless working.
- Private radiotherapy healthcare.
- Participation in research or development projects.
- Experienced in the training of other clinical staff.
- Experience of leadership / supervision skills.
- Experience in 2D, 3D,VMAT radiotherapy planning.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Able to work successfully in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Able to work under pressure.
- Able to communicate effectively with consultants, peers, associated staff and trainees.
- Computer literate to support clinical needs.
- Able to critically evaluate clinical plan for radiotherapy treatment.
- Broad, fundamental knowledge of radiotherapy.
- Understanding of the radiotherapy regulatory environment.
- Understanding of radiotherapy professional development and maintenance of professional acumen.
- In depth knowledge of radiotherapy side effects and associated treatments.
- In depth knowledge of radiotherapy treatment modalities, options and techniques.
- Knowledge in fundamentals of radiotherapy planning.
Desirable
- Development and implementation of new technologies.
- Able to conduct and publish research.
- Able to critically evaluate radiotherapy practice.
- Capable of developing and implementing new radiotherapy treatment modalities.
- Experience of presenting locally / nationally.
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR (T) or BSc Radiotherapy or UK recognised equivalent.
- State Registration with HCPC.
- Evidence of CPD activities commensurate with the post roles and responsibilities.
Desirable
- Masters study / work-based learning / taught courses commensurate with post.
Experience
Essential
- Broad post qualification clinical experience in all aspects of radiotherapy.
- Practical experience of a wide range of radiotherapy equipment, technique and practice including IMRT and IGRT.
- Experience in dealing with clinical problems.
- Experience in patient support and information.
Desirable
- Practical experience of VMAT, SRS. SBRT, SGRT and gating.
- Presentation of scientific papers to peers at national conferences.
- Experience with CyberKnife and Varian radiotherapy systems.
- Experience in paperless working.
- Private radiotherapy healthcare.
- Participation in research or development projects.
- Experienced in the training of other clinical staff.
- Experience of leadership / supervision skills.
- Experience in 2D, 3D,VMAT radiotherapy planning.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
