Job summary We are looking to employ a Therapeutic Radiographer to be part of the team of radiotherapists on the treatment units!Previous experience within image evaluation and knowledge of IGRT techniques would be an advantage.
Students qualifying this year are welcome to apply.The post will be linked to a professional development package which will assist the post holder to progress through a career pathway.You will be expected to undertake imaging assessment for all sites using both MV,kV and Cone Beam CT imaging modalities.We actively support training opportunities at an in-house and external levels.All posts are linked to a competency package which enables radiotherapists to progress through a career pathway.Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications.
Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.
Main duties of the job To act as part of a team in the treatment process ensuring the highest professional and technical standards are set and maintained.To provide a patient focused service within the teamTo undertake radiotherapeutic procedures efficiently and to treat patients with ionising radiation in accordance with prescribed protocols, radiation control measures and medico-legal requirements.To plan and organise daily work and some complex activities or programmes for an area of practice, some of which may be ongoing.To be aware and report any variances in the performance of equipment by the normal reporting system.When necessary to cover emergency duties in accordance with the Department Policy.To attend Departmental meetings.To identify and report any possible risks.This post may require the post-holder to travel across the Trust sites in the course of fulfillment of their duties About us MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex.
We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff.
We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.Would you like to work flexibly?
In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you.
Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.
Job description Job responsibilities Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level.
(Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career.
We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients.
We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities.
We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace.
Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible.
You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - (Interview Date: To be confirmed.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc Radiotherapy or equivalent Registered with HPC Operator under IRMER regulations Desirable Further education or short courses Experience Essential To have worked in a clinical environment Desirable Have worked within a multi-disciplinary team Skills Essential Good communication skills Basic computer skills Able to teach and train Desirable Analytical and Decision-making skills Planning and Organisational Skills