Band 5 Therapeutic Radiographer

6 days ago

Leicester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Of Leicester Nhs Trust Full time

Job summary The Radiotherapy department of University Hospitals Leicester is excited to offer the opportunity for a Band 5 therapeutic radiographers to join our team.
Year 3 students will be considered as will overseas candidates who have 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, 3 Varian TrueBeam linacs, a 4th is being commissioned and a 5thHalcyon is due in the new year.
We have the ARIA Oncology management system, Prosoma Virtual Simulation, Varian Eclipse treatment planning system, 1 Canon and 1 GE wide bore CT scanners, a XStrahl superficial unit and a Varian GammaMed brachytherapy unit ina brand-new brachytherapy suite.
This 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: 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 HCPC registration Essential Evidence of HCPC registration as a therapeutic radiographer Technical Essential Evidence of radiotherapy planning scanning and/or treating patients including IGRT/IMRT Desirable Evidence of advanced treatments SABR Organisational Essential Evidence of managing own workload and tasks Desirable Evidence of organising the team Trust values and behaviours Essential Example given of demonstrating trust values and behaviours Desirable Multiple examples given of demonstrating trust values and behaviours IRR/IRMER Essential Evidence of knowledge about IRR and IRMER given Desirable Example of following IRR/IRMER given Communication Essential Therapeutic Radiography qualification taught in English/IELTS Level 7 Desirable Evidence of advanced communication training

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