Macmillan Therapy Radiographer

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Band 5 Treatment Radiographer. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with a dynamic team dedicated to patient care. You'll be responsible for maintaining clinical standards, participating in emergency on-call duties, and contributing to innovative treatment approaches. With a commitment to professional development and flexible working arrangements, this position is perfect for motivated individuals ready to make a difference in the field of radiotherapy. Embrace this opportunity to enhance your skills and advance your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Flexible working

Wellbeing initiatives

Staff recognition schemes

Cycle to Work scheme

Car lease schemes

Season ticket loans

Onsite leisure memberships

Qualifications

• Qualified in Therapeutic Radiography with HCPC registration.
• Experience in radiotherapy imaging techniques and treatment optimization.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clinical practice standards and participate in on-call rota.
• Interpret treatment prescriptions and ensure accurate documentation.

Skills

Understanding radiation risks and treatment optimization

Knowledge of complex treatment techniques

Ability to communicate effectively with patients

Education

DCR(T) or BSc in Therapeutic Radiography

Registered with HCPC

Tools

Electronic patient management systems

Treatment/image verification systems

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for talented individuals to join the treatment team as a Band 5 Treatment Radiographer within the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust's radiotherapy department. We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated, and dynamic candidates who will integrate quickly with the team. We encourage students expecting to qualify in summer 2025 to apply now.

Our department has established a SABR treatment delivery programme and is now utilizing SGRT on our newest linac. We also treat intra-cranial SRS, TBI, TLNI, and brachytherapy. This role offers the chance to expand your knowledge across treatment and pre-treatment pathways, and you will be expected to participate in the emergency on-call rota.

We actively support professional development and encourage radiographer-led research and QI projects. We offer flexible working arrangements, and all applicants should support the service's working hours and work across sites.

Our equipment portfolio includes five TrueBeam Linacs, a Siemens Open go.Pro CT scanner, and an Xstrahl unit. Our Elekta Flexitron Brachytherapy unit is based at Hammersmith Hospital in a dedicated brachytherapy suite. We are about to replace our two oldest linacs and will be installing the Accuray Radixact system, making this an exciting time to join our team.

Main duties of the job

1. Maintain clinical practice standards through ongoing professional development.
2. Achieve and maintain performance standards for clinical and non-clinical tasks.
3. Be professionally and legally accountable for your own clinical practice.
4. As an IR(ME)R operator, take full responsibility for treatment preparation, calculations, and treatments, ensuring they are signed off as correct.
5. Be aware of your knowledge limitations and seek advice or assistance when needed from colleagues, Medical Physics Experts, or Consultant Clinical Oncologists.
6. Work on a rotational and on-call basis within all treatment preparation, planning, and treatment areas.
7. Interpret treatment prescriptions, plans, and patient side effects to provide appropriate treatment and advice.
8. Collaborate with colleagues across sites to standardize procedures and techniques.
9. Ensure accurate documentation of all treatment-related information.
10. Assist in maintaining and checking treatment records.

Working for our organization

At Imperial College Healthcare, you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working alongside leading clinicians who push the boundaries of patient care.

Join a vibrant team that embodies our values: expert, kind, collaborative, and aspirational. You will gain unique experiences and accelerate your career growth.

Benefits include career development opportunities, flexible working, wellbeing initiatives, and staff recognition schemes. Optional benefits include Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loans, and onsite leisure memberships.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving staff working lives. We welcome applications for flexible, part-time, or job-share arrangements. Please discuss this at interview.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of key tasks and responsibilities, and the person specification outlines the required qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge.

Please view the attached Job Description with the job advert for both overviews.

Person specification

Education/Qualifications

• DCR(T) or BSc in Therapeutic Radiography (or equivalent)
• Registered with HCPC

Experience

• Experience with electronic patient management systems and treatment/image verification systems
• Knowledge of complex treatment techniques
• Experience in radiotherapy imaging techniques

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Understanding radiation risks and treatment optimization
• Knowledge of standard and non-standard complex and conformal techniques
• Understanding of IR(ME)R and its application
• Awareness of current professional issues
• Ability to communicate effectively with distressed or anxious patients and relatives

Please ensure you check your emails regularly, as communication throughout the recruitment process will be via email and text message (if a mobile number is provided). Shortlisted candidates will be contacted accordingly.