Band 7 Therapeutic Radiographer-Treatment/Pre Treatment Team Leader

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust is seeking experienced Therapeutic Radiographers to join a highly motivated team in Swindon for a 12-month maternity cover. The successful candidate will play a vital role in delivering patient-centric radiotherapy techniques and ensuring operational efficiency in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction programme

CPD funding for academic modules and conferences

Support for involvement in projects, audits, & research

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a small team of radiographers.
• Familiarity with IMRT, VMAT, DIBH, IGRT & SABR techniques.
• Strong communication and patient care focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 3-4 radiographers.
• Coordinate clinical operations and manage a patient caseload.
• Provide expert advice on procedures and side effects.

Skills

Team Management

Patient Care

Radiotherapy Techniques

Communication

Education

Degree in Radiography

Job description

12 month maternity leave cover.

We are looking to recruit enthusiastic, caring, highly motivated & experienced Therapeutic Radiographers to join our friendly & welcoming team at the OUH Radiotherapy Centre @Swindon, a satellite of the Oxford Cancer Centre.

Our purpose-built satellite unit in Swindon opened in October 2022, houses 2 Varian TrueBeam linacs with 6DoF couches and a GoSim Radiotherapy CT scanner. The satellite extends the radiotherapy service at the Oxford Cancer Centre. It features its own clinic rooms, planning suite, & MacMillan patient information area, and is located on the Great Western Hospital site.

Patients are at the heart of what we do, delivering techniques including IMRT, VMAT, DIBH, IGRT & SABR. All grades are encouraged to participate in these treatment & verification techniques.

We pride ourselves on a strong culture of learning, education, and support, offering a comprehensive induction programme. Our Practice Educator team supports professional development, and we encourage involvement in projects, audits, & research. CPD funding is available for academic modules and conferences. Our team includes 3 Radiographers in research posts and an expanding team of Consultant and Advanced Practitioner Radiographers working across various specialties.

Visits can be arranged. Please contact Joanne Watts at [e-mail] or 01865 220684.

The role involves leading and managing a team of 3-4 radiographers, coordinating clinical operations of either the CT scanner or designated treatment machine, and managing a patient caseload to ensure accurate planning and treatment. The post involves rotational work through pre-treatment and treatment phases, liaising with other disciplines, supporting team development, and providing expert advice on procedures and side effects.

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts, providing a wide range of services and serving as a hub for education, training, and research. Learn more at www.ouh.nhs.uk.

Our values focus on delivering compassionate excellence through compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement, and excellence, putting patients at the center of our care.

For further details or informal visits, contact Joanne Watts, Lead Radiographer, at [e-mail] or call 01865 220684.