Therapeutic Radiographer Advanced Practice

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospital's radiotherapy team as a key practitioner, overseeing patient-centered care and departmental success. The role focuses on both photon and proton treatment areas, requiring strong leadership and collaboration skills to enhance service delivery. Be part of a dynamic environment dedicated to innovative cancer treatments.

Qualifications

• Experience in a radiotherapy department is essential.
• Ability to delegate and manage staff effectively.
• Expertise in patient management and treatment protocols.

Responsibilities

• Deputise for senior management and address staffing and departmental issues.
• Ensure team competency and deliver high-quality service.
• Manage workload and adapt to operational changes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Motivation

Job description

This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of the dynamic radiotherapy team at UCLH. The post holder will undertake rotations between the photon and proton departments and will work across a wide range of areas: pre-treatment, treatment preparation, treatment units, and brachytherapy.

UCLH is seeking a committed individual with the energy and focus to continue building on the existing service of excellence.

Radiotherapy services at UCLH are delivered across two departments. The photon department is equipped with Varian TrueBeam systems with advanced imaging packages and 6DoF couches, and is in the process of acquiring and installing an additional Halcyon unit.

The department has a comprehensive brachytherapy suite and a Gulmay skin unit. UCLH is one of only two NHS sites delivering proton beam therapy across the NHS. The proton beam therapy (PBT) department is equipped with Varian ProBeam gantries with advanced imaging packages and robotic couches.

Both departments have a dedicated CT scanner, and the PBT department also has a dedicated MRI scanner. The department delivers radiotherapy services for a broad spectrum of cancers, including common cancers and specialized treatments such as brachytherapy, molecular radiotherapy, and total body irradiation. The PBT department focuses predominantly on head and neck, brain, and sarcoma treatment sites. Paediatrics and TYAs make up approximately one third of the patient cohort.

Be recognized as the lead practitioner in your specific field, setting an example to junior staff and being available to advise colleagues in other areas.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Deputise for the Band 8a when necessary to address staffing issues, skill mix, and wider departmental problems. Liaise with operational managers, disseminate information, and attain departmental objectives.
2. Be aware of the skills and competencies available within the team, utilize them effectively, and delegate appropriately. Ensure the team is progressing through the departmental competency programme and address any issues to maintain the required skill mix and deliver a safe, high-quality service.
3. Use expert interpersonal skills to inspire, motivate, and collaborate with all members of the multidisciplinary team to facilitate improvements in service.
4. Manage the prioritization of own and section workload depending on patient condition severity and management impact. Reorganize workload during scheduled and unplanned machine maintenance or breakdowns.
5. Work within the quality system at all times. Question and propose procedural changes when necessary to maintain system validity and adapt to new practices.

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is among the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services to local, national, and international patients. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We operate across eight sites:

• University College Hospital (including the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

UCLH specializes in women’s health, cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal, and oral diseases. We also have world-class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine, and pathology.

To learn more about working at UCLH, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Nazima Haji
• Job Title: Radiotherapy Services Manager
• Email: [e-mail]