Senior Therapeutic Radiographer

This is a fantastic career development opportunity for a Radiographer to join an innovative and friendly department. We strive for excellence in all aspects of patient care and promote and support health and wellbeing in all our staff.

The Radiotherapy Service in Truro is looking for Therapeutic Radiographers with a professional manner and high personal standards and drive. The department has a wide bore CT scanner with contrast and 4

DCT, two beam matched Truebeam linear accelerators with cone beam CT, SGRT, 6

DoF couches, 4D CBCT & electron facilities, and a Superficial Treatment Unit.

In addition to this, the service runs radiographer-led clinics involving prostate support, on-treatment review, late effects , and follow up clinics. We are looking for someone to work within the pre‑treatment and treatment teams during this exciting time of continued service development across all areas.

This role has been approved for advertising; however, it is also being assessed as a suitable alternative employment opportunity. As a result, the vacancy may be withdrawn or there may be a delay before shortlisting can begin.

This role is open to all applicants. However, in line with Cornwall First recruitment principles, initial shortlisting will prioritise applicants from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the Integrated Care Board for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

As part of the team, you will be responsible for the accurate delivery of radiotherapy and the management and supervision of patients through the review, pre‑treatment and treatment processes.

Responsible for maintaining the highest professional standards in the care and treatment of patients undergoing radiotherapy in line with nationally and locally agreed standards.

Responsible for the accurate pre and post processing of treatments / checking and interpretation of treatment plans and prescriptions.

Responsible for calculation of v‑sim treatments and checking correct data entry on the treatment computer.

Responsible for the safe use of highly complex and expensive equipment.

Responsible for ensuring that junior members of staff and students are trained appropriately and follow departmental procedures.

Applicants must have a high level of technical competence, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be self‑motivated and hardworking with a positive can‑do attitude. The ability to remain calm under pressure and to integrate well with the existing teams are essential attributes of any applicants.

Hours of work may be flexible and will reflect the needs of the Service. Radiotherapy treatment is routinely delivered with shifts between 7.30am and 6.00pm, Monday to Friday, some shift working is required on service days until 8pm.

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is at the heart of acute and specialist care for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We care for a population of around 470,000 people, a number that increases during visitor seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff, united by a shared commitment to deliver safe, high‑quality care. We provide services across three main hospital sites, with around 780 inpatient beds:

• Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro
• St Michael's Hospital in Hayle

As a teaching hospital, we're proud to work in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, supporting the next generation of health professionals. We're committed to staying at the forefront of medical advance; investing in our people, developing our facilities, and expanding the specialist care we can offer locally so more patients can receive the care they need closer to home.

We have a growing reputation for research and innovation that helps shape better care for the future. The Knowledge Spa, located on our Truro site, is a vibrant hub for medical, nursing and professional education across clinical and non‑clinical roles. It plays a vital role in attracting, developing and retaining highly skilled teams.

We are driven by one clear ambition, Outstanding Care for One and All, care…