Therapeutic Radiographer - Brighton

NHS; Brighton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking newly qualified therapy radiographers to join their innovative Sussex Cancer Centre team in Brighton. This role offers the chance to deliver vital radiotherapy services, utilizing advanced technology and working closely with multidisciplinary teams. You will be responsible for patient care, ensuring precise treatment delivery, and contributing to a supportive and inclusive environment. With a commitment to professional development and a strong focus on diversity, this position promises a rewarding career in a leading healthcare organization. Join a team that prioritizes compassion and excellence in patient care, and take your first step towards a fulfilling career in radiography.

Benefits

£2,000 Recruitment & Retention bonus

Staff discounts in Sussex

Close links with Brighton and Sussex Medical School

Qualifications

• Must have a degree in Radiotherapy and current HCPC registration.
• Advanced clinical knowledge of radiotherapy procedures required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional radiotherapy services across Sussex Cancer Centre locations.
• Use electronic imaging to confirm patient positioning and perform QA protocols.

Skills

Radiotherapy Procedures

Clinical Judgment

Patient Care Coordination

Quality Assurance Protocols

Education

Degree in Radiotherapy

HCPC Registration

Tools

Linear Accelerators

CT Scanners

Patient Management Systems

Image Matching Programs

Job description

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Applications are invited from newly qualified therapy radiographers to join the Sussex Cancer Centre Radiotherapy team, based at Brighton. Radiotherapy services are provided across two hospital sites—Brighton and Eastbourne—with advanced facilities including CT Philips Widebore scanners, Elekta Versa HD machines, and Tomotherapy units. The centre also offers high dose rate brachytherapy for various malignancies. International applications are welcome, subject to a score of 7 in IELTS.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will deliver professional radiotherapy services across Sussex Cancer Centre locations, covering planning, simulation, calculation, and treatment of cancer patients, while liaising effectively with multidisciplinary teams. With experience, the post holder will take responsibility for the daily operation of Linear Accelerators, following set competency training.

The role requires advanced clinical knowledge of radiotherapy procedures, tissue tolerances, and physiological reactions to radiation. The post holder must practice in accordance with legislation governing ionising radiation use (IR(ME)R) and demonstrate high competence in operating complex technical and computerised systems, including:

• Linear accelerators for radiation delivery
• Patient information and appointment management systems
• Image matching and verification programs
• QA equipment for daily tolerance checks
• CT scanners and treatment planning systems

Additional benefits

• £2,000 Recruitment & Retention bonus
• Close links with Brighton and Sussex Medical School and Sussex Universities
• Staff discounts in Sussex

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength. We are committed to inclusion, as reflected in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. We foster a community where everyone is encouraged to succeed, supported by staff networks, buddy systems, and our status as a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and Veteran Aware Trust.

We prioritize compassion and empathy in patient and staff care, supported by extensive wellbeing programs. As a university trust and healthcare research leader, we value learning and development, aiming for your long-term growth and recognition of your contributions.

We look forward to your application and welcoming you to UHSussex.

Job responsibilities

• Use electronic imaging to confirm patient positioning and perform QA protocols
• Calculate and adjust patient positioning based on clinical judgment
• Refer for re-planning if discrepancies occur
• Assess patient fitness for treatment and refer to clinicians as needed
• Coordinate with other disciplines for patient care
• Arrange and analyze blood/urine samples before treatment
• Mark patients for accurate daily setup
• Ensure precise manipulation of patient and equipment for safe treatment delivery

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• Degree in Radiotherapy
• HCPC Registration (current or within 2025)

Experience

• Experience with Elekta machines
• Experience working in the NHS

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

• Experience in developing understanding of equality issues
• Experience championing diversity in previous roles

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check as per legal requirements.