Job summary
Are you ready for the opportunity to be part of a team working with the latest radiotherapy treatment equipment? With a suite of Versa HD Elekta linacs we are also one of the few UK departments with an MR Linac and the latest CyberKnife technology. The pre-treatment service includes Mould room, Siemens CT scanners and Virtual Simulation using Raystation the majority of which is radiographer led. The department uses Mosaiq Smartclinic to manage all aspects of the digital patient pathway. The Royal Marsden Hospital is the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Europe. We have an international reputation for high quality patient care, research and education, and want you to come and be part of our team.
We have opportunities within our Sutton department to work at the cutting edge of radiotherapy development in a research driven pioneering department.We are looking for someone with an excellent technical background who is confident and proficient in delivering advanced radiotherapy including VMAT and breath-hold techniques. SABR is routine on the linacs, and with the addition of a M6 CyberKnife, we have expanded our busy SRS service to Sutton.
Our ideal candidate will be competent in IGRT (both EPI and CBCT) and be able to deputise for the Team Leader in their absence. If you are motivated, ready for a change and looking for an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of radiotherapy as a band 6 radiographer then we want you to apply.
Main duties of the job
- The post-holder will be responsible for carrying out radiotherapy processes as prescribed, carefully and accurately and assisting in the operational management of a specialist highly complex radiotherapy work base, which may be a treatment unit, a brachytherapy unit, a CT scanner, VS area or a treatment preparation area, and supervising the immediate radiographic team in the absence of a team leader.
- The post-holder will liaise with medical, physics, nursing, clerical and support staff within the department and throughout the institution. The key working relationships will be with the Senior I radiographers.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
- Responsible for the accurate preparation, planning and delivery of treatment by self and by members of the immediate team in the absence of the Senior I radiographer.
- Maintain and develop own personal standards of care and technical ability.
- Set high standards of technical expertise, acting as role model to junior staff members.
- Assist in the training of team members in the operation of all equipment safely and efficiently as per manufacturers instructions, including local guidelines, under the guidance of the work base leader.
- Meet the regulatory responsibilities defined for an operator as delegated by the Trust under the IR(ME)R regulations. With appropriate experience may be defined also as a practitioner for concomitant exposures as before.
- Make evidence based decisions within the prescribed scope of practice. Analysis and approval of planning and treatment verification images, following designated training and adhering to work instructions and protocols.
- Be responsible for accurate record keeping and that information required for statistics are provided as required by self and team members in the absence of the work base leader.
- Participate in day to day and weekly quality assurance of equipment at the work base in accordance with ISO 9001 documentation, including fault reporting Promote multi-disciplinary awareness and compliance with current Radiotherapy protocols, and to attend gynae MDT.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
- Responsible for the accurate preparation, planning and delivery of treatment by self and by members of the immediate team in the absence of the Senior I radiographer.
- Maintain and develop own personal standards of care and technical ability.
- Set high standards of technical expertise, acting as role model to junior staff members.
- Assist in the training of team members in the operation of all equipment safely and efficiently as per manufacturers instructions, including local guidelines, under the guidance of the work base leader.
- Meet the regulatory responsibilities defined for an operator as delegated by the Trust under the IR(ME)R regulations. With appropriate experience may be defined also as a practitioner for concomitant exposures as before.
- Make evidence based decisions within the prescribed scope of practice. Analysis and approval of planning and treatment verification images, following designated training and adhering to work instructions and protocols.
- Be responsible for accurate record keeping and that information required for statistics are provided as required by self and team members in the absence of the work base leader.
- Participate in day to day and weekly quality assurance of equipment at the work base in accordance with ISO 9001 documentation, including fault reporting Promote multi-disciplinary awareness and compliance with current Radiotherapy protocols, and to attend gynae MDT.
Person Specification
Attainments
Essential
- HCPC registration as a therapeutic radiographer (requires BSc (Hons) in Radiotherapy or equivalent accredited programme)
- Post registration experience of sophisticated RT equipment treating advanced techniques in a complex department, competent in IGRV , IMRT technologies
Desirable
- Previous experience of participating in clinical education of preregistration students
Special aptitudes and disposition
Essential
- Be an effective communicator across the multi-disciplinary team using both written and spoken; including being able to manage sensitive information and to deal with anxious and demanding individuals using diplomacy and persuasion.
- Computer literacy
- Commitment to personal and professional development
Desirable
- Display strong organisational and time management skills, and ability to prioritise tasks
- Have participated in research/audit/service evaluation.
Circumstances
Essential
- Able to work non-standard hours between the hours of 08:00 and 20:00 to meet the exigencies of the service and will be expected to participate in the non-residential radiotherapy weekend on call service and the weekend day or bank holiday service that runs up to 8 times a year to cover gaps in treatment.
- Able to work on both sites and to be flexible to meet the needs of the role
Person Specification
Attainments
Essential
- HCPC registration as a therapeutic radiographer (requires BSc (Hons) in Radiotherapy or equivalent accredited programme)
- Post registration experience of sophisticated RT equipment treating advanced techniques in a complex department, competent in IGRV , IMRT technologies
Desirable
- Previous experience of participating in clinical education of preregistration students
Special aptitudes and disposition
Essential
- Be an effective communicator across the multi-disciplinary team using both written and spoken; including being able to manage sensitive information and to deal with anxious and demanding individuals using diplomacy and persuasion.
- Computer literacy
- Commitment to personal and professional development
Desirable
- Display strong organisational and time management skills, and ability to prioritise tasks
- Have participated in research/audit/service evaluation.
Circumstances
Essential
- Able to work non-standard hours between the hours of 08:00 and 20:00 to meet the exigencies of the service and will be expected to participate in the non-residential radiotherapy weekend on call service and the weekend day or bank holiday service that runs up to 8 times a year to cover gaps in treatment.
- Able to work on both sites and to be flexible to meet the needs of the role
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).
