Therapeutic Radiographer

Job Summary

This is an exciting time to be joining our team of radiographers at NCCC Carlisle. We have recently installed new SGRT kit on one of our two Varian Truebeam machines and commenced MRI‑only planned prostate radiotherapy. Our dedicated radiographers are responsible for delivering radiotherapy to approximately 1000 new referrals per year across all adult cancers using VMAT, SA  and daily IGRT.

You will receive full training to help you develop your skills as a therapeutic radiographer. Newly qualified radiographers are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Work on a rotational basis as a member of the radiotherapy team on the treatment machine delivering radiotherapy, or in the pre‑treatment section acquiring images and planning palliative radiotherapy.
• Implement and deliver radiotherapy procedures including localisation, imaging, dose calculation and treatment delivery.
• Undertake radiotherapy practice independently and professionally in accordance with all protocols and procedures, and with care and accuracy.
• Contribute to holistic patient care as part of a multi‑disciplinary team, providing specialist advice and information regarding radiotherapy to patients and their carers.
• Participate in student and staff training.

Person Specification Essential Qualifications & Education

• BSc in Radiotherapy or equivalent qualification.
• State Registration as a Therapeutic Radiographer with the Health Professions Council.

Desirable Qualifications

• Evidence of post‑graduate training/study.

Essential Knowledge & Experience

• Recent graduation or recent employment as a therapeutic radiographer.
• Required to undertake Return to Practice training and study if out of practice for greater than two years.
• Knowledge of modern radiotherapy equipment, systems and techniques.
• Knowledge of quality assurance in radiotherapy, health & safety, IRR and IR(ME)
  R legislation.

Desirable Knowledge & Experience

• Recent employment in a large modern radiotherapy centre.
• Potential to progress within the profession.

Essential Skills & Abilities

• Excellent communication and technical skills.
• IT skills.
• Able to teach, train, and motivate others; students, visitors or other staff.
• Able to work flexible hours/shifts and participate in the radiotherapy on‑call rota & CHART with locally agreed terms and conditions.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to work for sustained periods under pressure.

Desirable Skills & Abilities

• Willing to participate in out‑of‑hours departmental activities.
• Willing to study or carry out projects. Positive attitude towards the holistic approach to patient care.

Employment Details

• Band: 5
• Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 per annum
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Working pattern:
  Full‑time

Location

North Cumbria – Northern Centre for Cancer Care, Cumberland Infirmary, Newtown Road, 317 Carlisle, CA2 7HY
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Application Information

To apply, redirect to the Trust’s vacancy portal. A Disclosure and Barring Service check and, if required, a Skilled Worker sponsorship may be necessary. Please refer to the Trust’s careers website for additional details.

Employer

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust –

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