Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer
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Job summary
We are very excited to have the opportunity to recruit 2 Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographers.
The apprenticeship is a 3 year BSc programme based within the Radiotherapy and Oncology Department in The James Cook University Hospital at Middlesbrough, in conjunction with The University of West England via a predominantly distance learning approach.
The applicant will have 20% protected study time, equivalent to one day per week.
Applications are invited from those looking to embark on a apprenticeship as a therapeutic radiographer in a forward thinking, award winning and technically advanced radiotherapy department at The James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough.
Our focus is to continually improve patients' experiences and outcomes and you will be supported by a friendly, committed multi-disciplinary team of staff striving to ensure the delivery of excellence in all aspects of patient care.
Main duties of the job
To work within the radiotherapy and oncology departments at The James Cook University Hospital as a trainee therapeutic radiographer under the Therapeutic Radiographer Apprenticeship Programme.
To work as part of a team, ensuring safe and accurate delivery of radiotherapy to patients, under the supervision of a state registered radiographer at all times.
We work between two sites within the hospital, following the build of The Endeavour Unit, an award winning state of the art radiotherapy facility.
The department is well equipped which provides scope for our expanding technological and professional development,
We are a future focused department and support radiographers in their clinical development from apprenticeship to therapeutic radiographer, to advanced practitioner level and up to Consultant Radiographer.
Our radiographers are fully involved in the MDT approach to developments within the department. The department has a major commitment to evidence based practice, and participates in multi-centre clinical research trials, led by our Radiotherapy Research Team. Ongoing professional development is supported and encouraged.
Successful applicants will be highly motivated and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
About us
Leadership and Improvement Training
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff. This training programme has been designed to support our staff in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the following training sessions.
Your Leadership Impact
Leading Your Team to Success
Service Improvement for Beginners
Developing your Service Improvement Skills
The leadership and improvement programme aims to:
- Explore leadership within the NHS
- Promote Trust values and behaviours
- Develop your leadership effectiveness and skills
- Equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to lead and complete service improvements within the scope of your role.
After you complete these three and a half days of training you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities. We also offer further in-house courses and bitesize programmes through our Leadership and Improvement Team.
Details
Date posted
16 January 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,071 to £29,114 a year Per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
36 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
328-JCSM-6872188
Job locations
The James Cook University Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3BW
Employer details
Employer name
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The James Cook University Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3BW
Employer's website
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