Therapeutic Radiographer | University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

UHCW NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Coventry is seeking a dedicated Therapeutic Radiographer to enhance cancer care. The role involves providing patient-centered information, monitoring medical conditions, and delivering supportive care through a multidisciplinary approach. Successful candidates will also have opportunities for professional development. Join us in shaping the future of radiotherapy, with a commitment to high-quality care and support for staff.

Benefits

Dynamic and inclusive team culture

Access to state-of-the-art equipment

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Provide an immunisation and vaccination report from a current UK occupational health provider or your UK GP.
• Attend an interview on 10th Dec 2025 (tentatively, subject to availability).

Responsibilities

• Provide information to patients on radiotherapy treatment and side effects.
• Monitor patient’s medical condition during treatment and report changes.
• Educate and reassure patients to ensure compliance with treatment.
• Plan and deliver a supportive care package for patients.
• Contribute to the audit of radiotherapy quality procedures.
• Supervise and train students and staff.
• Participate in professional development activities.

Job description

Join Our Team as a Therapeutic Radiographer at UHCW!

Are you passionate about making a real difference in cancer care? At University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, we’re looking for a dedicated Therapeutic Radiographer to join our forward‑thinking Radiotherapy Department. You’ll work with cutting‑edge technology, including advanced linear accelerators and imaging systems, in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment. We’re committed to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred care and offer excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.

What we offer:

• A dynamic and inclusive team culture
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art equipment
• Ongoing training and development

Be part of something extraordinary. Apply today and help us shape the future of radiotherapy.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Responsibilities

• Provide written and verbal information to patients and carers on all aspects of radiotherapy treatment and its associated side effects and reactions ensuring that explanations are appropriate to the patient’s comprehension and level of understanding.
• Monitor patient’s medical condition and progress during treatment, recording and reporting any significant changes to the appropriate consultant or deputy.
• Educate, motivate and reassure patients to ensure compliance with treatment regimes, assessing the patients’ physical and emotional state on a daily basis to ensure that it is appropriate to proceed with treatment.
• Participate in planning and delivering a supportive care package for patients undergoing radiotherapy, offering appropriate advice and counselling and making onward referrals where necessary.
• Work within the standards and requirements of the Quality Management System and contribute to the development, implementation and audit of radiotherapy quality procedures and work instructions.
• Supervise and train students and less experienced staff, enabling their professional development.
• Undertake training/updates required to operate equipment safely, effectively and to maximise its therapeutic/diagnostic potential.
• Move patients and heavy equipment using safe and approved techniques and aids, updating Manual Handling training annually in line with Trust policy.
• Participate in other Continuing Professional Development activities, including Trust mandatory training, sharing knowledge and cascade training where appropriate.

Requirements

• Provide an immunisation and vaccination report from a current UK occupational health provider or your UK GP.
• Attend an interview on 10th Dec 2025 (tentatively, subject to availability).

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society, promoting equality, respect, dignity and autonomy as core values.

This advert closes on Wednesday 19 Nov 2025.