Therapeutic Radiographer

Job summary Do you want to start your careerin a small patient focused, forward thinking department?
If the answer is yes,then we are the department for you.
Applications welcome from 2025 graduates.As a newly qualified radiographeryou will be supported in your transition from a student to an autonomous memberof the team via our preceptorship program.
As a band 5 Radiographer you willrotate through both the treatment and pretreatment areas, gaining experience onElekta linacs using both CBCT and MV imaging as well as the opportunity todeliver superficial treatment on our Gulmay unit.
You will also rotate into thepre-treatment area where you will participate in the localization of patients usinga Toshiba (cannon) Wide Bore Scanner and carry out radiographer led Vsim usingRaystation.
Mosaiq is our booking and verificationsystem.We are a friendly team of approximately 35 radiographers.
We strive to ensure that all patients are treated in a supportive and calming environment.We are based in anew bespoke purpose built building on the Worcestershire Royal Hospital site,with beautiful views of the Malvern Hills and the Cotswolds.
Worcester is athriving city on the banks of the river Severn, close to areas of outstandingnatural beauty.
We have close links to the M5; Birmingham, Cheltenham andBristol are all within easy reach.We provide placements forundergraduate students from Birmingham City University as well as supportapprenticeships through Sheffield Hallam University.
Main duties of the job Towork as part of a Radiography team under the supervision of SeniorRadiographers in the planning and delivery of radiotherapy treatment usinghighly specialist equipment.
Providing information, education, practical andemotional support to patients and carers during their radiotherapy episode.
Thedepartment provides clinical placements for student radiographers and thepost holder will be expected to participate fully in the training and mentoringof students.The post holder will be expected to participate in the on call roster.
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 WorcesterOur 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 peopleBest experience of care and best outcomes for our patientsBest use of resourcesBest peopleBetter 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 KeyDuties and Responsibilities:Operate radiotherapy equipment safelyand accurately interpreting and applying radiation prescription plans.Be clinically competent to safely andefficiently manipulate all complex and specialised equipment associated withthe planning and treatment of patients undergoing radiotherapy treatment withionising radiation.Work in on a rotational basis throughboth the pre-treatment and treatment areas of the department.Technical Accurately interpret complex treatmentplans and prescriptionsUndertake verification processesevaluating the accuracy of treatment using portal imaging or CBCT.Undertake in-vivo dosimetry measurementsfor patients receiving external beam treatment.
Calculate, data input and electronicallycheck radiotherapy plans and prescriptions.Use department computerised patientmanagement systems to schedule, record and monitor patient activity.Undertake appropriate treatment unitquality assurance checks reporting any faults or errors in line withdepartmental / Trust policies.Undertake treatment planning activitiesincluding use of CT scanner and Raystation to produce virtual simulation plans.Patient CareMonitor patients medical condition andprogress during treatment recording and reporting any significant changes tothe appropriate consultant or Macmillan Review RadiographerParticipate in planning and delivering asupportive care package for patients undergoing radiotherapy offeringappropriate advice and making onward referrals where necessary.GeneralTake individual professionalresponsibility for the accurate delivery of treatment to radiotherapy patientsensuring that the requirements of all ionising radiation regulations areadhered to.
Assist in the daily workload of thedepartment, liaising with portering service, administration staff and othermembers of the MDT to facilitate the co-ordination of patient appointments.Maintain the professional standards ofthe department, making suggestions for possible service developments.Provide direct supervision and trainingof undergraduate students and less experienced staff enabling theirprofessional development.Undertake training / updates required tooperate equipment safely effectively and to maximise its therapeutic /diagnostic potential.
Take responsibility for personal ContinuingProfessional Development activities including Trust mandatory training, sharingknowledge and cascade training where appropriate.Move patients and heavy equipment usingsafe and approved techniques and aids, updating Manual Handling trainingannually in line with Trust policy.To ensure professional appearance and ahigh standard of hygiene is maintained at all times in compliance with thetrusts uniform policy.UndertakeOut of Hours and On-Call duties to support full service delivery.CommunicationEnsure that any records relating to theplanning, treatment and care of patient are accurately recorded and maintainedas per departmental / trust policySeek appropriate support and guidanceregarding any concerns related to the accuracy of a treatment.Report any malfunctions / breakdown ofequipment to the appropriately.
Communicate and receive sensitiveinformation, maintaining patient confidentiality at all timesCommunicate with Cancer patients andtheir carers in a sensitive and reassuring manner in order to ensure that eachpatient understands the treatment of procedure for which they are undergoing.ClinicalGovernanceBe responsible and accountable for ownactions in accordance with the HCPC Radiographers Professional Code of ConductWork within the standards andrequirements of Quality Management System and contribute to the development,implementation and audit of radiotherapy quality procedures and workinstructions.To understand and comply withprofessional, statutory and trust policies and procedures ( SCOR Code ofProfessional conduct) Person Specification Experience Essential Experience (either post grad or undergraduate) of using modern radiotherapy equipment including the use of Cone beam CT Desirable Worked within the NHS Qualifications Essential BSc Hons (or equivalent) in Therapeutic radiography (or currently studying for) Desirable HCPC registration Knowledge and Skills Essential Knowledge of a wide range of current Radiotherapy techniques and associated requirements for patient care Awareness of IR(ME)R regulations and their implication for Radiotherapy practice Able to perform treatment set ups quickly and accurately, working to tight tolerances Able to communicate complex or sensitive information in a manner which aids understanding and compliance (verbal and written) Able to work under pressure Desirable Knowledge of new developments in Radiotherapy treatment and the cancer agenda Personal qualities Essential Caring and empathetic Works well as part of a team Able to work effectively in an emotionally charged environment Inspires confidence in patients and colleagues