Job summary
We are looking for an outstanding Radiographer who has strong leadership qualities and is hardworking, flexible and highly motivated to join our busy friendly and supportive team; the successful candidates will rotate through all aspects of Radiotherapy treatment and pre-treatment CT located at Eastbourne General Hospital, becoming an integral part of our extensive multi-disciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
The Sussex Cancer Centre are taking every opportunity to improve the patient experience by expanding our services to enable our teams to work in the communities where our patients live, providing the most advanced cancer services close to their homes, therefore currently the Eastbourne radiotherapy department has a mixed portfolio of equipment. We have three sites in total:
At Royal Sussex County Hospital, Elekta Precise & Synergy Platform Linacs, Flexitron HDR, Phillips Brilliance Big Bore CT with virtual simulation. At our first linked treatment facility within Brighton: two high spec Accuray TomoTherapy units at the Preston Park Radiotherapy Centre. At our second linked treatment facility in Eastbourne, East Sussex, we will be providing comprehensive cancer services using 2 Elekta Versa HD treatment units with FFF capabilities and a second CT scanner to support this service.
The radiotherapy service is registered to ISO 9001:2015 and we are developing our reputation as a centre of excellence in treatment and Radiotherapy Research Trials. The Centre is committed to patient involvement and service improvement. We are also keen to provide training opportunities for all staff.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. .
Job description
Job responsibilities
ROLE SUMMARY
The postholder for all parts of this job description will require an advanced understanding and knowledge of the radiotherapy process and be a clinical expert in Radiotherapy. They will have responsibilities within the role they are employed to ensure good communication, good understanding of safety, excellent patient care, development under evidence base practice and teaching skills for all aspects of their job.
The postholder will be designated areas of technical or process responsibilities and will have the remit to ensure high standards are met and efficient processes are put into place for radiotherapy. The postholder will be expected to follow a defined project process when commencing new methods of working.
Lead Radiographer on treatment machine and calculations:
The post holder is the clinical specialist for the calculating and treatment of cancer patients at the Eastbourne Radiotherapy Centre and will be in charge of a treatment unit and team of staff. The post holder will be expected to have good knowledge of Pre-treatment planning, CT and Simulation. The post holder requires advanced clinical knowledge of radiotherapy treatment procedures, radiation tolerances for human tissue, and physiological reactions due to exposure (side effects). The post holder will practise in accordance with current legislation governing the use of ionising radiation. The postholder must be able to manage their team and students, ensuring efficient and safe patient care. The postholder must have the ability to identify and develop their team. An advanced level of competence is required in the use of a wide range of highly complex technical and computerised systems, including:
- Equipment for the delivery of high dose radiation treatment - multi energy, dual modality Linear Accelerators (LAs), Tomotherapy and Brachytherapy treatment units
- 2D & 3D Imaging system and the associated image matching programme for treatment field verification and evaluation procedures during radiotherapy treatment
- Quality assurance (QA) equipment for daily tolerance checks
Job description
Job responsibilities
ROLE SUMMARY
The postholder for all parts of this job description will require an advanced understanding and knowledge of the radiotherapy process and be a clinical expert in Radiotherapy. They will have responsibilities within the role they are employed to ensure good communication, good understanding of safety, excellent patient care, development under evidence base practice and teaching skills for all aspects of their job.
The postholder will be designated areas of technical or process responsibilities and will have the remit to ensure high standards are met and efficient processes are put into place for radiotherapy. The postholder will be expected to follow a defined project process when commencing new methods of working.
Lead Radiographer on treatment machine and calculations:
The post holder is the clinical specialist for the calculating and treatment of cancer patients at the Eastbourne Radiotherapy Centre and will be in charge of a treatment unit and team of staff. The post holder will be expected to have good knowledge of Pre-treatment planning, CT and Simulation. The post holder requires advanced clinical knowledge of radiotherapy treatment procedures, radiation tolerances for human tissue, and physiological reactions due to exposure (side effects). The post holder will practise in accordance with current legislation governing the use of ionising radiation. The postholder must be able to manage their team and students, ensuring efficient and safe patient care. The postholder must have the ability to identify and develop their team. An advanced level of competence is required in the use of a wide range of highly complex technical and computerised systems, including:
- Equipment for the delivery of high dose radiation treatment - multi energy, dual modality Linear Accelerators (LAs), Tomotherapy and Brachytherapy treatment units
- 2D & 3D Imaging system and the associated image matching programme for treatment field verification and evaluation procedures during radiotherapy treatment
- Quality assurance (QA) equipment for daily tolerance checks
Person Specification
Experience Senior Radiographer
Essential
- Must have a minimum of 18 months experience and have evidence of CPD
- BSc [Hons] in Therapeutic Radiography
- Relevant short specialist courses in Radiotherapy
Desirable
HCPC
Essential
Desirable
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Person Specification
Experience Senior Radiographer
Essential
- Must have a minimum of 18 months experience and have evidence of CPD
- BSc [Hons] in Therapeutic Radiography
- Relevant short specialist courses in Radiotherapy
Desirable
HCPC
Essential
Desirable
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
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.
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
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).
