Band 5 Therapeutic Radiographer

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Radiographer in a supportive and collaborative environment. This role offers the chance to work in various treatment areas, participate in innovative Radiographer-led initiatives, and contribute to patient care improvement. With flexible working hours and opportunities for professional development, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for patients in a beautiful rural setting. If you are passionate about making a difference in Radiotherapy, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in Radiotherapy treatment and patient care.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all aspects of Radiotherapy treatment as per guidelines.
• Collaborate to develop techniques for improved patient care.

Skills

Radiotherapy treatment

Collaboration with professional groups

Patient care

Education

Degree in Radiography

Tools

Varian Truebeam Linear Accelerators

Gulmay Unit

Canon LB Exceed wide bore CT scanner

Eclipse

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking applications from suitably qualified Radiographers to join our team in Shrewsbury. Applications are welcome from Radiographers with experience, but this post would also be suitable for newly qualified Radiographers.

This opportunity is primarily within the treatment areas, with potential opportunities to work in pre-treatment.

We offer a supportive, collaborative working environment and the chance to participate in Radiographer-led initiatives including Review Clinics, Site-specific MDTs, virtual simulation, and IGRT.

We actively encourage role development and support staff in achieving their personal goals and aspirations. All staff have the opportunity to work flexible hours; full-time posts involve 37.5 hours over four long days with a rolling day off. All staff participate in on-call duties for emergency patients at the weekend.

Main duties of the job

• To carry out all aspects of Radiotherapy treatment in line with the requirements of the Radiotherapy Services Manager.
• To collaborate with other professional groups to develop site-specific techniques to improve patient care in radiotherapy.
• Ensure the needs of the patient are identified and met.

Working for your organisation

The department features 3 Varian Truebeam Linear Accelerators, a Gulmay Unit, and a Canon LB Exceed wide bore CT scanner, with radiographer-led palliative virtual simulation using Eclipse.

We are expanding our SABR service to include bone and nodes soon.

Our active Clinical Trials department participates in most major trials.

Shropshire offers a high quality of life, with a beautiful, mostly rural environment.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.