Therapeutic Radiographer | East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Ipswich is seeking a Therapeutic Radiographer to join its team. You will provide high-quality patient care, operate radiotherapy equipment, and support the training of students. The organization offers training, a generous pension scheme, and a supportive work environment. Candidates should be graduates in Radiography passionate about patient care.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

27 days annual leave

Access to NHS discounts

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Graduate in Radiography, able to provide high-quality patient care.
• Experience with radiotherapy equipment and techniques.
• Ability to supervise and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all areas of the radiotherapy department.
• Operate radiotherapy equipment for treatment safely.
• Support and mentor undergraduates and junior staff.

Skills

Technical practice

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate in Radiography

Tools

Varian Truebeam linear accelerators

On-board Imaging systems

Job description

We are looking for Therapeutic Radiographers to join our team at ESNEFT at Ipswich Hospital. Applications are welcomed from individuals who graduate this year.

We focus on delivering high quality treatments in line with the National Radiotherapy Service specification. We see the holistic care of patients as paramount throughout the patient journey.

You will provide the highest quality of technical practice, patient care and ensure targets are achieved and be encouraged to gain a comprehensive set of skills and competencies. You will be supported in your professional learning and development and we actively encourage post qualification study. You will also be key to the training of undergraduate therapeutic radiography students and support with mentoring and training.

Our hospitals are equipped with Varian Truebeam linear accelerators, Halycon and an Ethos. All are equipped with Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT) and Volumetric Arc Therapy (VMAT) capability, On-board Imaging (OBI) systems for image guided radiotherapy (IGRT) using planar imaging and cone beam CT (CBCT) and respiratory gating. They also have the capability to deliver Stereotactic Ablative Body Radiotherapy (SABR).

We are looking for Therapeutic Radiographers who share our vision of providing state of the art treatment, delivered by caring and supportive professionals.
• Participate in all areas of the radiotherapy department, ensuring high standards of practice at all times.
• To work as part of a team in an assigned work area, providing an efficient and effective service to patients
• Operate Radiotherapy equipment delivering treatment safely and accurately within the tolerances defined for the treatment and imaging technique
• Evaluate results of these processes and take appropriate action in line with departmental procedures
• In conjunction with the Macmillan Radiographers, provide patient support and accurate, clear information to patients/clients regarding treatment process/side effects and their management.
• To take part in the On Call service as required.
• To work as part of a Multi-professional team.
• Supervise more recently qualified radiographers/assistants/students working in the team.

We are ESNEFT and we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients’ own homes


We are one of the largest NHS organisations in England, employing more than 12,000 staff


We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options


Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services


Our philosophy is thatTime Mattersto everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patients


We are investing in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This digital transformation will bringwhat’swidely regarded as the world’s best EPR system to ESNEFT, transforming life in hospital for staff and patients


If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you


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For full details of theresponsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.


This advert closes on Monday 8 Sep 2025