Degree Apprentice – Trainee Therapeutic Radiographer
2 months ago
Job summary
Are you looking for a new challenge, to develop your career in the NHS and want to earn while you learn or have you just completed A Levels but are not looking to go to university for a full time self-funded course? If the answer is yes, then we are keen to hear from you.
We are very excited to announce that we are offering this level 6 Training post Degree Apprenticeship in Therapeutic Radiography here at United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust. Once qualified as a therapeutic radiographer you will be part of a multidisciplinary team treating patients with cancer using radiation.
We are looking for someone who wants to undertake this challenging role and commit to the study and development that this opportunity brings. You will be supported to achieve your best in this role which on completion will enable you to register with the Health Care Professions Council allowing you to practice as a Therapeutic Radiographer. The career opportunities that become available with this qualification are many and varied and promotion can be achieved within 2-3 years of starting your career.
You will train in a supportive environment and learn to care for, plan and deliver Radiotherapy treatments to our cancer patients. The department is committed to the training and development of its staff and you will be given opportunities to extend your skills. The department expects staff to Continuously Professionally Develop, supporting this through the appraisal system.
Main duties of the job
The department of Clinical Oncology provides in-patient and out-patient care to patients with oncological malignancies, with the Radiotherapy Department treating patients from a wide geographical area, covering the whole of Lincolnshire. The department is fully networked with 3 Varian TrueBeam linear accelerators all with AlignRT motion management, Canon wide bore CT scanner and Nucletron HDR brachytherapy unit. Planning is carried out using Varian Eclipse planning systems ensuring a seamless connection with the treatment units. IGRT and VMAT is in regular use for a variety of patient with delivery techniques advancing all the time.
Ongoing professional development is encouraged, with links to Sheffield Hallam University to support this. Many staff are now carrying out advanced roles in areas such as patient assessment and review, breast specialist, treatment imaging specialist and gynaecological insertions. The department has a well-established prostate and gynaecological brachytherapy service.
About us
Our Trust is situated in the beautiful county of Lincolnshire and is one of the biggest acute hospital trusts in England, serving a population of more than 700,000 people. We provide acute and specialist services to people in Lincolnshire and neighbouring counties. We have an annual income of £643 million (20/21) and we employ nearly 8,500 people.
Our Board have recently agreed a new vision statement - "Outstanding Care Personally Delivered" - stating their ambition for our Trust to be among the best.
We also have a five year Integrated Improvement Plan setting out how we will achieve our strategic objectives, for patients, services, people and partners, the last recognising that our future success depends on our ability to ensure the Lincolnshire healthcare system is successful in achieving its ambition to help people live healthier lives and provide care closer to where people live.
Our latest CQC report increased our ratings for being effective and well-led from 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good'. Our rating for caring remained as 'Good'.
This is in recognition of the huge amount of work that our amazing staff have done to improve the quality of care for our patients in recent years.
We are committed to helping our staff balance their work and home lives and ensure they feel supported, valued and appreciated
Job description
Job responsibilities
Whats a Degree Apprenticeship
The apprenticeship will run over 3 years and 3 months, comprising of: -
On the job training based within the radiotherapy department housed in the Oncology Centre at Lincoln County Hospital.
Main duties of the job will include: Assist in the daily workload of the department, liaising with portering service, administration staff and other members of the MDT to facilitate the co-ordination of patient appointments. Under the supervision of a registered practitioner operate radiotherapy equipment in both the treatment areas as well as in the pre-treatment area. To maintain a high professional standard of patient care through the interpretation of treatment plans and the accurate delivery of treatment techniques using analytical, judgement, communication and organisational skills to a high standard while under supervision.Off the job training (minimum 20% of time) - following an integrated timetable with Sheffield Hallam University. The University course commences in March 2025; attendance will be mostly through distance learning although you will be expected to attend a few days on site at the University.
Completion of a BSc (Hons) degree in Therapeutic Radiography, approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
The post is 30 hours per week Monday to Friday (this includes study time).
Entry requirements:
The usual entry requirements are 2 GCSE passes at grade C or grade 4 and above including Mathematics, English language or literature. Level 2 equivalent literacy & numeracy qualifications will be accepted.
Plus one of the following:
120 UCAS points from 3 A levels. Or equivalent from national BTEC qualifications extended diploma in applied science, health science or health studies. Successful completion of an Access to HE Diploma in health studies, health science, nursing, or another science-based course. If you are taking an Access course not listed, please contact the University to discuss prior to application. Previous degree in a related subject. Evidence of successful formal accredited study at level 3 and a minimum of 6 months experience in a health and social care capacityThe post holder will make a commitment to study both at work and at home during the duration of the apprenticeship course. Attendance of the Universities teaching session are mandatory (either e-learning, virtual tutorials or on site tutorials), annual leave is to be taken outside of the universities teaching sessions.
What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. your NHS needs you
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
2 GCSE passes at grade C or grade 4 and above including Mathematics, English language or literature. Level 2 equivalent literacy & numeracy qualifications will be accepted. 120 UCAS points from 3 A levels. Or equivalent from national BTEC qualifications extended diploma in applied science, health science or health studies. OR Successful completion of an Access to HE Diploma in health studies, health science, nursing, or another science-based course. OR Access course not listed, OR Previous degree in a related subject. OR Evidence of successful formal accredited study at level 3 and a minimum of 6 months experience in a health and social care capacity OR Successful completion of an Access to HE Diploma in health studies, health science, nursing, or another science-based course. (If you are taking an Access course not listed, please contact the University to discuss prior to application) OR Previous degree in a related subject. OR Evidence of successful formal accredited study at level 3 and a minimum of 6 months experience in a health and social care capacity
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
Essential
Experience in a caring environment Excellent communication skills Excellent organisational skills Experience of dealing with the general public Knowledge / experience of a radiotherapy department
Desirable
A basic knowledge of anatomical sites Knowledge of Oncology / cancer treatments
Personal Qualities
Essential
Excellent interpersonal skills and telephone manner Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines and to protocol Ability to divert from one set of tasks to another Thorough and takes pride in work Reliability Flexibility Able to work shift system
Desirable
Enthusiastic Ability to innovate-
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