Job summary
The Radiotherapy department of University Hospitals Leicester is excited to offer the opportunity for a Band 5 therapeutic radiographer to join our team. Year 3 students from the UK will be considered as will overseas candidates who have proof of IELTS Level 7 or equivalent qualifications.
Being based at the Royal Infirmary site you will be within walking distance of the vibrant and historical city centre of Leicester.
Equipment includes, 1 Canon and 1 GE wide bore CT scanners, 4 Varian TrueBeam linacs, a Halcyon linac with an XStrahl superficial unit and a Varian GammaMed brachytherapy unit in a brand-new brachytherapy suite. We have the ARIA Oncology management system, Prosoma Virtual Simulation, Varian Eclipse treatment planning system,
This post is an excellent opportunity to develop your clinical and leadership skills for the benefit of the LLR patient population and for those patients from further afield.
Youwill be required to,
- work as a member of a team in all areas of the department within a rota system, performing such duties as are required in the planning, pre-treatment, and treatment of patients.
- To comply with all Trust and Departmental Policies, procedures, and protocols, commenting and suggesting changes as necessary.
- To ensure a patient centred approach to the radiotherapy service.
- The radiographer will acknowledge and fulfil the requirements of their CPD
Main duties of the job
- Work independently, or closely with the senior radiographers, to coordinate the efficient, accurate patient focused planning and delivery of ionising radiation following evidence-based protocols.
- Assist in the development of protocols, documentation systems, standards, policies and clinical guidelines for use by the multi-disciplinary team, meeting the needs of an ever-evolving practice in terms of patient management.
- Participate in the organisation of the daily workload to optimise the through put of activity.
- Assist in the reassignment of activity in the event of breakdowns or unexpected events such as fire alarms.
- Able to participate in service improvement projects including working with the multidisciplinary team.
- Assist in the delivery of training sessions including supporting staff to achieve clinical competency.
- To participate in presentations when appropriate, promoting knowledge and awareness of radiotherapy, developing the service as one team.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Budget
- To ensure the safe use of highly complex treatment machines costing in excess of £2 million.
- Ensure that the correct data is captured for every treatment delivered
Staff
- To assist in the training of Radiographers, Radiotherapy Assistants, and Student Radiographers
- To assess and mentor students
- Manage own CPD
Policy
- To comply with all Trust policies and procedures.
- To be aware and comply with the Local Rules of the Radiotherapy Department in compliance with the Ionising Radiation Regulations
- To conform to the requirements of the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations IRMER
- Be aware of changes to procedures and policies within the department
- To actively engage with the Quality Management System.
Communications
- To communicate with a variety of healthcare professionals
- To deliver highly complex information to patients, their relatives or carers with empathy and tact and in situations where there may be barriers to understanding.
- To promote effective communication amongst staff to create a good working environment.
Patient/Customer Service
- To provide advice about treatment and side effects for patients, relatives, and carers, in a timely, appropriate and sensitive manner
- To be an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team, providing the highest possible standard of care for patients.
- An understanding of different patient/carer support mechanisms and how these can be accessed is essential.
- To assess, recognise radiotherapy radiation-induced toxicity and cancer-related side effects during treatment in order to assess patients suitability for radiotherapy and refer to senior colleagues when appropriate.
Research
- To be aware of the research activities within the department
- To participate in research projects within the department
- To be aware of the relationship between the radiotherapy department and the Hope clinical trials unit
Job description
Job responsibilities
Budget
- To ensure the safe use of highly complex treatment machines costing in excess of £2 million.
- Ensure that the correct data is captured for every treatment delivered
Staff
- To assist in the training of Radiographers, Radiotherapy Assistants, and Student Radiographers
- To assess and mentor students
- Manage own CPD
Policy
- To comply with all Trust policies and procedures.
- To be aware and comply with the Local Rules of the Radiotherapy Department in compliance with the Ionising Radiation Regulations
- To conform to the requirements of the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations IRMER
- Be aware of changes to procedures and policies within the department
- To actively engage with the Quality Management System.
Communications
- To communicate with a variety of healthcare professionals
- To deliver highly complex information to patients, their relatives or carers with empathy and tact and in situations where there may be barriers to understanding.
- To promote effective communication amongst staff to create a good working environment.
Patient/Customer Service
- To provide advice about treatment and side effects for patients, relatives, and carers, in a timely, appropriate and sensitive manner
- To be an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team, providing the highest possible standard of care for patients.
- An understanding of different patient/carer support mechanisms and how these can be accessed is essential.
- To assess, recognise radiotherapy radiation-induced toxicity and cancer-related side effects during treatment in order to assess patients suitability for radiotherapy and refer to senior colleagues when appropriate.
Research
- To be aware of the research activities within the department
- To participate in research projects within the department
- To be aware of the relationship between the radiotherapy department and the Hope clinical trials unit
Person Specification
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills verbal and written
- Presents information clearly consistent with organisational policy
- Team player
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Experience
Essential
- Recent relevant experience (as qualified or student radiographer)
- Ability to demonstrate understanding of RT techniques
- Ability and willingness to acknowledge change in working practice
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Experience in dealing with simple and complex
Skills
Essential
- Able to operate linear accelerators and/or radiotherapy planning CT scanners
- oAbility to work in all areas of the department and handle all required devices and manoeuvre patients
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Proven organisational prioritisation and time management skills
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Reliable and flexible
- Ability to work both on own initiative and within a team
- Sound knowledge of confidentiality / information governance issues
- Able to undertake the manual handling and physical demands of the role
Person Specification
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills verbal and written
- Presents information clearly consistent with organisational policy
- Team player
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Experience
Essential
- Recent relevant experience (as qualified or student radiographer)
- Ability to demonstrate understanding of RT techniques
- Ability and willingness to acknowledge change in working practice
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Experience in dealing with simple and complex
Skills
Essential
- Able to operate linear accelerators and/or radiotherapy planning CT scanners
- oAbility to work in all areas of the department and handle all required devices and manoeuvre patients
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Proven organisational prioritisation and time management skills
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Reliable and flexible
- Ability to work both on own initiative and within a team
- Sound knowledge of confidentiality / information governance issues
- Able to undertake the manual handling and physical demands 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.
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).
