Treatment Team Leader Therapeutic Radiographer

Royal Berkshire Nhs Foundation Trust; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bracknell seeks a Clinical Radiographer to assist in providing quality radiotherapy treatments as part of a dedicated team. Responsibilities include leading a team, ensuring patient safety, and engaging in clinical governance. Candidates should possess a Diploma or BSc in Radiography and HCPC registration. This position offers flexible working, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Annual leave starting at 27 days

NHS pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle-to-work scheme

On-site nursery

Qualifications

• Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc (Hons) equivalent.
• HCPC registration as a Therapeutic Radiographer is necessary.
• Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD) required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the provision of radiotherapy treatment services.
• Lead a team of radiographers and manage operations.
• Ensure highest standards of patient care and treatment safety.

Skills

Specialist knowledge in radiotherapy

Clinical judgment

Negotiation skills

Leadership and team coordination

Knowledge of clinical governance

Education

Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc (Hons)

HCPC registration as a Therapeutic Radiographer

Post-graduate qualifications equivalent to Masters

Job description

Overview

At the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust we put our patients at the heart of every element of health and care that we provide. The Trust works together as a community to deliver its vision which is “Working together to provide outstanding care for our community.” We have been rated “Good” by the CQC and are committed to continuous improvement. Our values are Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful and Excellent. We value candidates who bring unique personalities, skills and experiences and encourage you to highlight your achievements and strengths in your application.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the provision of all aspects of radiotherapy treatment service to ensure the highest level of patient care.
• Use specialist knowledge to make clinical judgments whilst adhering to departmental clinical protocols and considering complex factors such as validity, safety and accuracy of treatment.
• Effectively communicate decisions to members of the multidisciplinary team using good negotiation skills to reach an appropriate compromise enabling the best outcome for the patient.
• Operate as the primary leader of a team of radiographers, coordinating day‑to‑day operation of a designated work area and its extended services, ensuring departmental policies are adhered to.
• Act as a Clinical Radiographer in operational management of the treatment area, leading and motivating staff groups and delivering training where necessary.
• Use and develop clinical evidence‑based knowledge and actively participate in the development of pre‑treatment and treatment practices.
• Actively participate in the clinical audit, research and clinical governance in relation to the development of techniques and equipment.
• Contribute to the maintenance of a CHKS accredited quality system for the department.
• Ensure high technical standards are maintained during implementation and evaluation of new equipment and treatment techniques.
• Actively participate in staff training, education and CPD programmes, including therapeutic radiographers, assistants and students.
• Work across both sites (Reading and Bracknell) as required.

Qualifications

• Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc (Hons) equivalent.
• HCPC registration as a Therapeutic Radiographer.
• Post‑graduate qualifications or experience gained on the job equivalent to Masters degree level.
• Evidence of CPD – essential criteria.
• Previous experience working as a senior radiographer.
• Highly specialised knowledge of all aspects of the radiotherapy pathway.
• Appropriate UK professional registration.

Sponsorship

We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please review the list of eligible roles and requirements on the Government website.

About the Facilities

We have full planning facilities on each site including GE CT scanners at Bracknell and a newly commissioned Siemens CT on our Reading site. Our main Reading site also hosts SXT and HDR treatment units. We provide SGRT for many treatment sites, have implemented tag‑less treatments for all tumour sites, and offer Lung SABR and oligometastases treatment. Staff development is key and funding is available for further study provided it meets departmental needs. All staff are Macmillan adopted, providing further opportunity for training funds.

Benefits

• Flexible working opportunities and a strong emphasis on your work‑life balance.
• Annual leave – 27 days for new starters, plus bank holidays; increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years NHS service; pro‑rata for part‑time staff.
• NHS pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Money Advice Service.
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave for eligible staff.
• On‑site nursery (based at RBH).
• Full educational library services.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme, lockable storage for cycles.
• Bus‑to‑work scheme.
• Excellent rail and bus links.
• A huge range of Health Service discounts at hundreds of big brands from holidays to gadgets and restaurants.

Other Information

All new appointments to the Trust, with the exception of executive positions, are subject to a six‑month probationary period. Appointment is conditional upon satisfactory completion of core NHS employment checks. The Trust may close any vacancy prior to the advertised closing date due to a high level of responses.