Senior Therapeutic Radiographer

Velindre University Nhs Trust; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Velindre University NHS Trust in Cardiff is seeking a Senior Therapeutic Radiographer to join our radiotherapy team at Velindre Cancer Centre, with rotation to Abergavenny. Interviews will be face to face.

The role covers all radiotherapy duties, supervision of staff, and flexible working; Welsh language desirable.

Qualifications

• Significant radiotherapy experience across all aspects of treatment including linear accelerators and CT simulators.
• Knowledge of current oncology issues and radiation regulations.
• Registration with HCPC and CPD evidence.

Responsibilities

• Work across all radiotherapy department areas including treatment units and pre-treatment.
• Supervise junior radiographers, Booking Clerks, and support staff.
• Deputise as team leader in absence of Band 7 radiographer.
• Undertake cannulation to administer contrast.
• Flexible scheduling including weekends, out of hours and on-call.
• Participate in CHART and on-call duties.

Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Team worker

Reliable and punctual

Flexible working

Education

BSc (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography

Post Graduate Diploma in Radiotherapy

Registration with Health Care Professions Council

Tools

Linear Accelerators

CT Simulators

Radiotherapy Equipment Knowledge

Job description

Job overview

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Therapeutic Radiographer to join our team in a forward thinking radiotherapy department at Velindre Cancer Centre.

Velindre Cancer Service consists of two radiotherapy departments, one in Cardiff and one in Abergavenny.

The location of post is at Velindre Cancer Centre, Cardiff with rotation to V@NHRU Abergavenny.

Interviews will be undertaken face to face only

Main duties of the job

To work in all areas of the radiotherapy department i.e. on treatment units (External Beam, Orthovoltage, and Brachytherapy), and in the pre-treatment area, carrying out accurate and consistent pre-treatment and treatment techniques utilising highly specialist imaging .

To help organise the workload in the various functions of the radiotherapy department and take responsibility for the training and supervising of junior radiographers, Booking Clerks, HCSW and students.

To deputise in the role of team leader in the absence of the Band 7 radiographer, as required and to be part of a large multi-disciplinary team and to be involved in the total care of patients undergoing radiotherapy.

Undertake cannulation in-order to administer contrast.

To work flexibly according to the demands of the Service, including weekends, out of hours and on-call and across more than one site.

To participate in out of hours, CHART and on-call working as required.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

At Velindre University NHS Trust, we are proud to deliver specialist services across Wales through the Velindre Cancer Centre and Welsh Blood Service, supported by our corporate teams and partnerships with NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales.

As we look to the future, we are preparing for the opening of the new Velindre Cancer Centre (nVCC) in Spring 2027- an exciting milestone that will transform cancer care for our population. Located within easy reach of the vibrant city of Cardiff and the stunning Brecon Beacons, we offer a unique working environment that combines innovation, collaboration and an excellent quality of life.

Since our formation in 1994, our dedicated workforce has remained committed to delivering the principles of prudent healthcare across a wide range of roles. We continue to play a vital role in our communities and have ambitious plans to further improve the services we provide.

Everything we do is underpinned by our Trust values. We are caring, respectful, and accountable in how we work with patients, donors, partners and each other—ensuring we deliver the highest standards of care while continuously striving to improve.

If you want to work for an organisation that makes a real difference, embraces innovation, and offers rewarding career opportunities in an inspiring setting, Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Qualifications and Knowledge

• BSc (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of B.Sc. (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of College of Radiographers DCR (T) College of Radiographers DCR (T), or Post Graduate Diploma in Radiotherapy
• Registration with Health Care Professions Council
• Evidence of CPD (continuing professional development) gained through short courses or equivalent experience
• Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy
• Knowledge and understanding of current oncology issues
• Full knowledge of radiation regulations

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of further study to Masters Level

Experience

Essential criteria

• Significant specific knowledge and experience of radiotherapy acquired by rotating through all aspects of radiotherapy involving the whole range of highly specialised and highly complex radiotherapy equipment including linear accelerators and CT simulators.
• Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy.
• Sound practical and technical ability and experience in a wide range of pre-treatment ,immobilisation techniques and treatment techniques.

Desirable criteria

• Quality assurance
• Audit
• Student assessment

Skills and Attributes

Essential criteria

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Organisational Skills
• Interpersonal skill
• IT skills
• Organised
• Adaptable to change
• Shows initiative/ drive
• Self-motivated
• Team worker
• Reliable and punctual
• Flexible approach to work and needs of the service

Desirable criteria

• Ability to speak Welsh to Level 1
• Physically able to carry out duties of a Therapeutic Radiographer including inanimate and animate manual handling requirements
• Flexibility of working times
• Willing to work across 2/3 sites as required by role