Radiographer

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare facility in Shrewsbury is seeking a Senior Radiographer to lead a dedicated team in providing high-quality radiotherapy treatments. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of technical aspects of Radiotherapy and proven experience in a managerial role. The position encourages ongoing professional development and offers a supportive working environment. The facility is situated in a beautiful area, contributing to a high quality of life for its staff.

Benefits

Encouragement of professional development

Supportive working environment

High quality of life in a rural area

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a thorough understanding of Radiotherapy techniques.
• Experience in managing a team of healthcare professionals is essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of radiographers in delivering radiotherapy.
• Ensure patient treatments are conducted safely and correctly.
• Train and support radiography staff across the department.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of technical aspects of Radiotherapy

Leadership skills

Patient communication skills

Education

Relevant professional qualification in Radiography

Tools

Varian Linear Accelerators

Canon wide bore CT scanner

Job description

Job overview

Internal Vacancy

We are seeking applications from suitably qualified Radiographers already working as a senior Band 6 in the Radiotherapy Department at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospitals, NHS Trust. Candidates, however must have an in-depth knowledge on technical aspects of Radiotherapy.

The post will involve working clinically on the treatment units, providing support to other Radiographers on technical when required as well as some managerial responsibilities.

On-going professional development is actively encouraged.

The department consists of 3 Varian Linear Accelerators; including 3 Truebeams, a Gulmay Unit and a Canon wide bore CT scanner with radiographer-led palliative virtual simulation using Eclipse. We have an active Clinical Trials department and participate in most major trials.

We have treat Lung, bone and noode SABR, have introduced tattooless Radiotherapy with SGRT and are planning on expanding this service in the next few months. Further technical developments are planned for introduction in the near future.

All staff participate in on-call for emergency patients at the weekend and bank holiday working.

Main duties of the job

• This role leads a team of radiographers who treat cancer patients using radiotherapy.
• It makes sure treatments are done safely and correctly, following national rules.
• It helps train and support staff, sharing expert knowledge and solving problems.
• It checks that equipment works well and helps bring in new technology.
• It talks with patients and families to explain treatments and give support. It helps improve the service by planning, auditing, and working with other teams.

Working for our organisation

As part of this team we actively encourage role development and support staff in achieving their personal goals and aspirations.

Time away from work is just as important and Shropshire is a beautiful, mostly rural county where we enjoy a high quality of life. If you would like to become part of our dedicated, caring team we would like to meet you.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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