Team Leader Therapeutic Radiographer – OXFORD CANCER CENTRE

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS teaching trust in Oxford is seeking a Radiographer to lead clinical operations and manage patient care. This role requires a BSc in Radiotherapy and HCPC registration. Applicants should have team management experience and strong interpersonal skills. The trust offers cutting-edge technology and professional development opportunities. Make a real difference in cancer care while enjoying life in one of the UK’s most iconic cities.

Qualifications

• Relevant Band 6 Therapeutic Radiographer experience.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work both as part of a team and autonomously.
• Knowledge of IR(ME)R 2017 and responsibilities relating to own professional practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate clinical operations of the linac.
• Manage a caseload of patients and ensure accurate treatment.
• Provide expert advice on treatment procedures and side effects.

Skills

HCPC registration

Team management experience

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Good analytical, numerical and problem‑solving skills

Education

BSc in Radiotherapy

Tools

Varian/Aria equipment

Eclipse & Somavision planning systems

Job description

Overview

To be primarily responsible for leading and co‑ordinating the day‑to‑day clinical operations of the linac in accordance with the policies of the department and trust. Manage a caseload of patients, ensuring accurate and consistent planning and treatment. Liaise with the multidisciplinary team and support and train members of the team to maintain and develop professional and personal skills and standards. Assist the Pre‑Treatment and Treatment Lead Radiographers and Radiotherapy Satellite Operational Manager in the implementation of change within the radiotherapy service.

Provide expert advice on treatment procedures, treatment‑related side effects, and their management to patients and their carers. Liaise with other disciplines to ensure total coverage in all aspects of patient care.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• HCPC registration
• BSc in Radiotherapy
• Relevant Band 6 Therapeutic Radiographer experience
• Team management experience
• Previous NHS experience in Radiotherapy
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work both as part of a team and autonomously
• Effective personnel management skills, including supervision of junior radiographers, students and other health‑care workers
• Good technical, manual dexterity, leadership, organisational and decision‑making skills
• Good analytical, numerical and problem‑solving skills
• Satisfactory attendance record
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge and experience of advanced and complex treatment techniques
• Core knowledge of radiotherapy treatment planning and radiation dosimetry as applied to radiotherapy treatments
• Excellent anatomical knowledge
• Knowledge of IR(ME)R 2017 and responsibilities relating to own professional practice

Desirable Criteria

• Educated to Master (radiotherapy) level or equivalent knowledge in area related to role
• Participation in radiotherapy development work
• Participation in the implementation of a change in practice/new equipment
• Experience using Varian/Aria equipment
• Experience of using Eclipse & Somavision planning systems
• Participation in research, understanding of CPD requirements of the profession
• Experience of using Varian/Aria equipment and Eclipse & Somavision planning systems
• Good image interpretation skills
• Awareness of current trends in radiotherapy
• Attendance of relevant lectures/workshops/study days
• Leadership course attendance
• Participation in the implementation of new equipment or technology
• You must have appropriate UK professional registration

About Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and serves as a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals: the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our department is equipped with cutting‑edge technology, including Varian Halcyons, Varian TrueBeams (incl. 6DoF), RGSC and SRS capability, Siemens CT GoSims, and HDR all networked by ARIA. We are a multi‑site centre with satellites in Swindon & Milton Keynes – three sites, one team! We’re committed to your growth with a solid induction and our Practice Educator team will assist with your professional development opportunities. We strongly encourage all Radiographers to get involved in project, audit and research work.

Join us and make a real difference in cancer care while enjoying life in one of the UK’s most iconic cities.