Therapeutic Radiographer

NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Radiotherapy Department at the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre as a Therapeutic Radiographer. This role offers exciting opportunities to work with advanced technology in a supportive environment, encouraging professional growth and development. Applications from both experienced and newly qualified candidates are welcomed, with an emphasis on delivering high-quality patient care and participating in service development.

Qualifications

• Qualified as a therapeutic radiographer or graduating by summer 2025.
• Willingness to engage in continuous professional development.
• Ability to operate treatment equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate delivery of radiotherapy treatments and patient care.
• Conduct machine checks and report variances.
• Evaluate treatment delivery through verification procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Radiation safety

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Radiography

Job description

Job summary

Fantastic opportunities exist for Therapeutic Radiographers to join the Radiotherapy Department at Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre.

Our department is located in Bristol, a vibrant city with many entertainment and leisure options, offering a lively lifestyle.

You will have the opportunity to rotate through a large department, gaining experience on 5 Elekta Versa HD linear accelerators. Our pre-treatment area features 2 dedicated CT scanners with virtual simulation, ultrasound, and MRI facilities.

We provide highly specialised treatments such as Clarity Ultrasound, Gamma Knife Stereotactic Radiotherapy, Paediatric Radiotherapy, and SABR for multiple sites. Our HDR brachytherapy service treats gynaecological, prostate, oesophageal, and skin lesions. Additionally, we have a molecular radiotherapy department with increasing activity as new treatments become available.

We welcome applications from both qualified and newly qualified radiographers. Students qualifying in summer 2025 are encouraged to apply.

If you are newly qualified, we offer a preceptorship programme to support your transition from student to qualified staff member. All staff are involved in service development, and we actively encourage continuous professional development, including postgraduate learning opportunities to enhance patient-centered care.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 5 radiographer, you will ensure the accurate delivery of radiotherapy treatments with appropriate patient care. You will work collaboratively with Band 6 and Band 7 radiographers.

• Ensure that treatment equipment is safe and accurate to operate, undertaking machine checks and reporting variances promptly.
• Perform and evaluate radiation dose delivery calculations involving various radiation types and energies.
• Interpret, monitor, and evaluate treatment prescriptions to ensure accurate and reproducible radiotherapy delivery.
• Evaluate treatment delivery through application and interpretation of verification procedures.

If you are interested in working in a large, friendly hospital, get in touch!

For questions or to arrange an informal visit, please contact [e-mail].

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute trusts in the country, with over 13,000 staff across 10 sites, serving a population of more than 500,000 in South West England. Rated 'Good' by the CQC, we are committed to delivering excellent care, innovation, and research that impacts both locally and globally. Our hospitals are in Bristol and Weston, offering city, seaside, and countryside living. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We strive for a diverse workforce, reflecting the community we serve, and are committed to equitable service delivery.