Job summary
Would you like the opportunity to work in the largest cancer centre in Europe with an international reputation for high quality patient care, research and education.
In addition to 4 Elekta linear accelerators, the Sutton dept has an Elekta MR linear accelerator, Cyberknife unit, Gulmay superficial unit and two Radixact units with a new Elekta Evo currently being installed. The department has a Siemens Confidence CT scanner and utilises multi- modality imaging for planning. 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 be part of our team.
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 please refer to the 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.
- 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.
- Guide and encourage patients through all stages of the radiotherapy process with support for both their physical and emotional reactions.
- Participate in the clinical education and assessment, both formal and informal of a diverse mix of student radiographers at the work base, and assist in their day to day supervision.
- Comply with standard infection control precautions to prevent or minimise the spread of micro-organisms and communicable diseases to patients, staff and surrounding community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please refer to the 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.
- 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.
- Guide and encourage patients through all stages of the radiotherapy process with support for both their physical and emotional reactions.
- Participate in the clinical education and assessment, both formal and informal of a diverse mix of student radiographers at the work base, and assist in their day to day supervision.
- Comply with standard infection control precautions to prevent or minimise the spread of micro-organisms and communicable diseases to patients, staff and surrounding community.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration as a therapeutic radiographer
- BSc (Hons) in Radiotherapy or equivalent accredited programme
Desirable
- Postgraduate attainment in therapeutic radiography related subject/leadership/management
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience of sophisticated RT equipment treating advanced techniques in a complex department, competent in IGRV , IMRT technologies
- Participated in a quality management programme
Desirable
- Previous experience of participating in clinical education of pre-registration students
- Have participated in research/audit/service evaluation.
- Have experience in paper light/paper free radiotherapy processes
- Have experience of using Aria/Mosaiq
Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding of the advanced principles for sophisticated radiotherapy treatment planning and delivery.
- Be an effective communicator using both written and spoken English
- Able to manage sensitive information in situations that will require diplomacy and empathy.
- Display strong organisational and time management skills, and ability to prioritise tasks
- Computer literate with associated keyboard skills
Circumstances
Essential
- Able to work non-standard hours between the hours of 08:00 and 20:00 to meet the exigencies of the service
- Able to participate in the non-residential radiotherapy weekend on call service
- Able to work 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
Skills/Ability/Knowledge
Essential
- Have demonstrable problem solving and decision making ability
- Be a credible practitioner so as to be able to deputise as team leader in Senior I radiographer absence
- Sensitive and considered manner to enable appropriate interaction with all team members, displaying appropriate confidence in own abilities.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration as a therapeutic radiographer
- BSc (Hons) in Radiotherapy or equivalent accredited programme
Desirable
- Postgraduate attainment in therapeutic radiography related subject/leadership/management
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience of sophisticated RT equipment treating advanced techniques in a complex department, competent in IGRV , IMRT technologies
- Participated in a quality management programme
Desirable
- Previous experience of participating in clinical education of pre-registration students
- Have participated in research/audit/service evaluation.
- Have experience in paper light/paper free radiotherapy processes
- Have experience of using Aria/Mosaiq
Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding of the advanced principles for sophisticated radiotherapy treatment planning and delivery.
- Be an effective communicator using both written and spoken English
- Able to manage sensitive information in situations that will require diplomacy and empathy.
- Display strong organisational and time management skills, and ability to prioritise tasks
- Computer literate with associated keyboard skills
Circumstances
Essential
- Able to work non-standard hours between the hours of 08:00 and 20:00 to meet the exigencies of the service
- Able to participate in the non-residential radiotherapy weekend on call service
- Able to work 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
Skills/Ability/Knowledge
Essential
- Have demonstrable problem solving and decision making ability
- Be a credible practitioner so as to be able to deputise as team leader in Senior I radiographer absence
- Sensitive and considered manner to enable appropriate interaction with all team members, displaying appropriate confidence in own abilities.
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).
