Senior Therapeutic Radiographer

NHS; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Therapeutic Radiographer to provide clinical services in a dynamic environment. This role involves operating radiotherapy equipment, ensuring safety and accuracy during treatment, and supervising staff. Ideal candidates should have a strong commitment to patient care and the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Opportunities for professional development are included.

Qualifications

• Experience with clinical technical services in radiotherapy.
• Ability to supervise and train staff and students.
• Commitment to continuing professional development activities.

Responsibilities

• Operate radiotherapy equipment and deliver treatment safely.
• Conduct verification processes for patient pathways.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for patient care.
• Supervise and assess less experienced staff.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Radiotherapy equipment operation

Communication

Technical skills

Job description

Senior Therapeutic Radiographer

Closing date: 04 December 2025.

The post holder will be an experienced practitioner rotating through the Radiotherapy Department providing clinical technical services using a range of highly specialist Radiotherapy Treatment and planning equipment.

The post holder will work with and deputise for the Band 7 Radiographer managing the caseload, staff and equipment of their designated unit, maintaining associated records and delivering evidence-based, patient-centred care.

The department provides clinical placements for student Radiographers and the post holder will be expected to participate fully in the supervision, training and assessing of students.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

• Interpret and apply the Radiation prescription/plan presented by the Consultant Oncologist.


• Operate Radiotherapy equipment delivering treatment safely and accurately within the tolerances defined for the technique.


• Identify and undertake appropriate pre-treatment processes including:a. patient schedulingb. calculation of radiation treatment prescriptions/plansc. data input and screen check of prescription/ plan parametersd. transfer of images e. checking of complex treatment prescriptions.f. collation of all treatment accessories and requirements prior to the patients first visit


• Identify and undertake correct verification for each patient pathway including:a. Plan checksb. Verification imagingc. in-vivo dosimetry


• Evaluate results of these processes and take appropriate action in line with departmental procedures.


• To undertake 'Out of Hours' and 'On-Call' duties, including bank holidays to support full-service delivery.


• Work as part of Pre-Treatment team to acquire appropriate localisation CT planning scans.

Document all mandatory patient IRMER statements, e.g., pregnancy status and laterality. Evaluate and respond appropriately to information given.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation – further details about this prestigious award can be found online.

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Job responsibilities

• Ensuring that all patient setup information is recorded accurately and unambiguously.


• Maintain competencies to undertake treatment planning for simple non‑planned treatment volumes using RayStation TPS.


• Liaise with other members of the multidisciplinary team to coordinate treatment related processes to ensure a seamless pathway for the patient. This will include:a. arranging the manufacture of immobilisation devices, beam shaping devices and other treatment accessoriesb. scheduling of patients to comply with Chemotherapy/Radiotherapy clinical trialsc. on-treatment reviews and follow‑up appointments


• Provide written and verbal information to patients and carers on all aspects of Radiotherapy treatment and its associated side effects and reactions ensuring that explanations are appropriate to the patients' comprehension and level of understanding.


• Plan and implement an appropriate supportive care package for patients liaising with other departments, professionals and agencies to optimise support before during and after treatment.


• Educate, motivate and reassure patients to ensure compliance with treatment regimens assessing the patients' physical and emotional state on a daily basis to ensure that it is appropriate to proceed with treatment.


• Supervise, train and assess less experienced staff and students in the workplace, setting high standards and enabling them to develop their professional skills.


• Deputise for the Band 7 radiographer in all technical aspects of work within the treatment room, in the day-to-day management of the treatment unit and its workload/appointments.


• Undertake training/updates required to operate all equipment safely, effectively and to maximise its therapeutic/diagnostic potential.


• Participate in Continuing Professional Development activities including Trust Mandatory training, sharing knowledge and cascade training where appropriate.


• Be involved with research and development within the department as required facilitating the implementation of evidence-based practice.


• Contribute to the development, implementation and audit of radiotherapy quality procedures and work instructions.


• Be familiar with quality assurance tests for designated equipment, performing the tests as required to assess the unit's fitness for clinical use, reporting any deviations or faults in line with departmental protocols.


• Report all Clinical incidents in line with departmental policy.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

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Knowledge

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire