Job summary
This role offers a rare and exciting opportunity to be part of the radiotherapy team at UCLH and become a key member of the UCLH brachytherapy and molecular targeted therapies service.The post will require the applicant to co-ordinate and support the molecular radiotherapy department, taking responsibility for the training of junior staff rotating through the serviceand working closely and in conjunction with the Nuclear Medicine department to deliver the service.Radioisotope therapy offered together with the nuclear medicine department and includes, in addition to radioiodine and MIBG, therapies targeted to bone, octreotide receptors and lymphoma. Ten protected rooms are provided in the building, 6 of which are in regular clinical use.In addition to maintaining a clinical service the post holder will be required update and produce work instructions and procedures as well as taking an active role in clinical audit. The UCLH molecular radiotherapy department is a national referral centre.This role will enable patients to have access to a key-worker who will provide highly specialised support in molecular targeted therapies. This support will be available for patients and their families at diagnosis, during decision-making, during treatment, post treatment and during symptom management. Their knowledge, skill, care, and support are essential to ensuring that the outcomes and experiences of patients are as successful and as positive as possible.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide professional clinical leadership and effective management of the MRT service staff, deputising for the MRT Lead on the care of our MRT patients and be an integral part of the oncology team, providing the highest possible standard of care for patients requiring MRT.
The post holder will be recognised and accessible as an expert in MRT, promoting best practice, giving expert advice to patients and carers, delegating, and disseminating knowledge to the profession and to the wider multi discipline team. Ensuring highly accurate, complex MRT procedures are delivered safely to patients.
The post holder will play a key role in the overall pathway management of MRT patients within the radiotherapy service and for meeting national and local targets. They will ensure national and trust guidelines and directives are implemented and monitored.
The post holder will work with the MRT Lead to develop policies and protocols and will play an active role in research and in exploring and developing new ways of working to achieve the tri-fold goal of the service: improving quality of MRT treatment, improving patient care, and improving staff satisfaction.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital
Eastman Dental Hospital
Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
University College Hospitals at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Radiography/Nuclear Medicine or direct equivalent experience
- Demonstrate evidence of obtaining registration with HCPC/RCT or other appropriate professional body
Desirable
- Relevant experience in Nuclear Medicine department and or molecular radiotherapy
- Participation in audit/clinical governance.
- MSc or Master's level equivalent experience.
Experience
Essential
- 3 years postgraduate experience with specialist training and knowledge. At least 18 months in a band 6 role either with Radiotherapy or Nuclear Medicine
- Practical experience in planning and delivering a wide range of radiotherapy techniques.
- Leadership experience.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Provide specialist clinical training and undertake presentations, both within the dept and nationally in conferences and workshops.
- Plan, carry out and analyse clinical and departmental audits.
- Plan, prioritise and organise own and section workload.
- Demonstrate knowledge of radiotherapy equipment QA to ensure its safe use.
- Interpret a wide range of imaging modalities for planning and treatment optimisation.
- Be committed to self-development and continued professional development.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Radiography/Nuclear Medicine or direct equivalent experience
- Demonstrate evidence of obtaining registration with HCPC/RCT or other appropriate professional body
Desirable
- Relevant experience in Nuclear Medicine department and or molecular radiotherapy
- Participation in audit/clinical governance.
- MSc or Master's level equivalent experience.
Experience
Essential
- 3 years postgraduate experience with specialist training and knowledge. At least 18 months in a band 6 role either with Radiotherapy or Nuclear Medicine
- Practical experience in planning and delivering a wide range of radiotherapy techniques.
- Leadership experience.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Provide specialist clinical training and undertake presentations, both within the dept and nationally in conferences and workshops.
- Plan, carry out and analyse clinical and departmental audits.
- Plan, prioritise and organise own and section workload.
- Demonstrate knowledge of radiotherapy equipment QA to ensure its safe use.
- Interpret a wide range of imaging modalities for planning and treatment optimisation.
- Be committed to self-development and continued professional development.
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
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospital
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
