Senior Therapeutic Radiographer

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Kemp Town Estate; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health services provider in the UK is seeking a professional to deliver radiotherapy services across the Sussex Cancer Centre. The role involves planning and treatment of cancer patients while ensuring compliance with health regulations. Ideal candidates must have advanced knowledge of radiotherapy procedures and possess strong clinical judgment to assess patient fitness for treatment. The position offers the possibility of flexible working arrangements and eligibility for visa sponsorship, promoting a supportive environment for qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• Experience in radiotherapy procedures and patient management.
• Familiarity with QA protocols and clinical judgement in treatment adjustments.
• Knowledge of current legislation governing ionising radiation.

Responsibilities

• Confirm patient positioning at start and during treatment.
• Calculate and adjust positioning based on clinical judgement.
• Assess patient fitness for treatment prior to each session.
• Communicate sensitive results and adjust treatment plans accordingly.

Skills

Advanced clinical knowledge of radiotherapy procedures

Ability to calculate patient positioning

Expert assessment of patient fitness for treatment

Education

Relevant clinical qualifications in radiotherapy

Tools

Linear accelerators

Computerised patient information system

Computerised treatment planning systems

Job description

You will provide professional radiotherapy services within all the Sussex Cancer Centre locations covering the planning, simulating, calculating and treatment of cancer patients as well as liaising effectively with the multidisciplinary team. Once experienced, the post holder will have the responsibility for the daily running of the Linear Accelerator through set competency training. The post holder requires advanced clinical knowledge of radiotherapy procedures, tissue tolerances, and physiological reactions due to radiation exposure. The post holder practices in accordance with current legislation governing the use of ionising radiation (IR(ME)R).

Systems

• Linear accelerators for the delivery of radiation treatment
• Computerised patient information and appointment management system
• Image matching programmes for verification and evaluation procedures during treatment QA equipment for daily tolerance checks
• Equipment for the delivery of high dose radiation: dual energy, dual modality Linear Accelerators
• Computerised treatment planning systems

Responsibilities

• Use electronic imager to confirm patient positioning at start of radiotherapy course and during treatment as part of QA protocol.
• Calculate accuracy of patient position and use clinical judgement to adjust positioning, taking into account the contour of patients, progression and regression of tumour.
• In case of discrepancies and inability to treat patient refer for changes in calculation or refer back to CT/planning for re‑planning.
• Ensure that prior to each treatment, provide expert assessment of whether each patient is fit for treatment, and take appropriate action if unfit for treatment by referral to a clinician.
• Make judgements when speciality support is required by other disciplines due to the nature of the patient's problems and refer to dieticians and the Macmillan team.
• Arrange for blood/urine sampling and analyse results before treatment, responsible for continuing or suspending patient's treatment depending on result; inform patient of highly sensitive result and refer to clinician if treatment is suspended.

Visa Sponsorship

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role‑specific criteria.

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Flexible Working

If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working, please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks

As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check.

Candidate Information Pack

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack