Job summary
We are looking for an experienced Therapeutic Radiographer to join our friendly multi-professional radiotherapy team at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust. Torbay delivers a range of techniques, including SABR and is actively engaged in research with both commercial and non-commercial trials.
We are seeking someone who is enthusiastic, caring and a technical expert in delivering complex radiotherapy and with exemplary IGRT skills. You will be responsible for the efficient day to day management of the linear accelerator, deputising for the Treatment Section Manager as required.
You will be joining our caring, committed, and innovative team in beautiful South Devon. We value creativity, inclusivity, and work-life balance.
Main duties of the job
A team leader responsible for the efficient day to day management of the linear accelerator, deputising for the Treatment Section Manager as required.
Technical expert in delivering complex radiotherapy and demonstrate expert problem solving skills in relation to patient set-ups and treatment delivery.
Have exemplary IGRT skills, being able to make complex decisions online relating to image matching and the ability to critically appraise a series of images to identify changing trends and take associate actions appropriately.
Provide support and guidance to your treatment team to include completing achievement reviews, one to ones, induction, training and development,
Participate in QA, audit, research, initial complaints management and service development initiatives as appropriate.
Support the Treatment Section Manager in implementing new techniques, technologies, research trials and assist in risk assessments.
Ensure the provision of a quality service which meets the needs of the individual patients.
Be responsible for initiating a response to reportable IRMER or IRR incidents within the service as required.
Support and mentor undergraduate students in training.
About us
Our department comprising of two matched VERSA Elekta Linacs, Mosaiq Oncology Management System, Pinnacle Treatment Planning System (TPS), Limbus AI OAR outlining software and Canon Aquilion CT Scanner which was installed early 2024. The department actively participates in clinical trials. Lung SABR Treatment commenced in 2021 and we are expanding this to other body sites.
We have a Macmillan Support and Information Radiographer, Urology Specialist Radiographer, and Gynae/Colorectal Specialist Radiographer who have all undertaken independent prescribing. We have also been involved in the multi-award winning late effects project.
We have close working relationships with the Oncology research team which includes a Therapeutic Radiographer in a dedicated research role.
We have exciting future plans which involve implementing SGRT summer 2025, upgrading our current version of Mosaiq, implementation of EPIC electronic patient record and commissioning of a new TPS. Long term plans will involve preparing for back-to-back Linac replacement.
Job description
Job responsibilities
HCPC registration as a therapeutic radiographer (requires BSc (Hons) in Radiotherapy or equivalent accredited programme)
Demonstrate good theoretical knowledge of a range of treatment techniques, advanced techniques, IGRT and planning
Ability to lead a team
Understand equality and diversity issues as they relate to staff andpatients
Fitness for clinical role with high level of hand, eye and sensory co-ordination to ensure precise patient positioning and radiotherapytreatment delivery
For further information about this position, please see attached jobdescription and person specification
Job description
Job responsibilities
HCPC registration as a therapeutic radiographer (requires BSc (Hons) in Radiotherapy or equivalent accredited programme)
Demonstrate good theoretical knowledge of a range of treatment techniques, advanced techniques, IGRT and planning
Ability to lead a team
Understand equality and diversity issues as they relate to staff andpatients
Fitness for clinical role with high level of hand, eye and sensory co-ordination to ensure precise patient positioning and radiotherapytreatment delivery
For further information about this position, please see attached jobdescription and person specification
Person Specification
Qualifications and Exprience
Essential
- HCPC registration as a Therapeutic radiographer
- MSc qualification in clinical subject or equivalent experience
- MSc qualification/training in management / leadership or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
- Extensive technical experience at Band 6 or above in delivering complex and simple radiotherapy
- Demonstrate leadership qualities and an ability to motivate staff and build a team
- Extensive problem-solving skills in relation to patient set-ups and treatment delivery
Desirable
- Evidence of research / audit / service improvement publication
- Teaching/lecturing at pre and post graduate level
Person Specification
Qualifications and Exprience
Essential
- HCPC registration as a Therapeutic radiographer
- MSc qualification in clinical subject or equivalent experience
- MSc qualification/training in management / leadership or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
- Extensive technical experience at Band 6 or above in delivering complex and simple radiotherapy
- Demonstrate leadership qualities and an ability to motivate staff and build a team
- Extensive problem-solving skills in relation to patient set-ups and treatment delivery
Desirable
- Evidence of research / audit / service improvement publication
- Teaching/lecturing at pre and post graduate level
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).
