Job summary
- Main area
- Radiotherapy
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 193-6755359PCG
- Employer
- Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Berkshire Hospital
- Town
- Reading and Bracknell
- Salary
- £29,970 - £36,483 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 02/03/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Therapeutic Radiographer
NHS AfC: Band 5
Royal Berkshire Hospital are pleased to announce that following our CQC inspection we have been rated ‘Good’ with inspectors reporting that we have made significant improvements. The Trust’s overall rating has also improved to ‘good’. This is a great opportunity to join our clinical or non-clinical teams to create a positive and motivating environment within our trust. Come and join our team in this exciting time of change as we pride ourselves, our staff and our services on excellence.
At the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust we put our patients at the heart of every element of health and care that we provide. The Trust works together as a community to deliver its vision which is “Working together to provide outstanding care for our community.”
We are Compassionate in our thoughts, words and actions
We are Aspirational and have a true desire to be dynamic and to innovate
We are Resourceful and responsible in the way we work and live
We are Excellent in our development, fairness and sharing best practice
Amazing things happen at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust; delivered by amazing people so why don’t you come and join us. We offer a range of learning and development for all employees may you be clinical or non-clinical.
Diversity is what makes us interesting… Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Job overview
Band 5 Therapeutic Radiographer
The Berkshire Cancer Centre is looking for an enthusiastic and flexible Junior Therapeutic Radiographer to join our team.
The Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust provides Radiotherapy and Oncology services to a population of 0.8 million covering mainly Berkshire, and South Buckinghamshire, with cancer patients from Hampshire and Surrey also benefitting from the state of the art care and treatment facilities at the Berkshire Cancer Centre.
All Radiotherapy services across the Reading and Bracknell health spaces are fully CHKS accredited, with current equipment provision including two GE CT scanners, four Elekta Linear Accelerators, a high dose Brachytherapy unit, and plans for a new superficial X-ray unit.
The treatment choices for patients are underpinned by the latest national guidance for radiotherapy services, including advanced treatments such as SABR, DIBH, VMAT and Adaptive radiotherapy. Since 2020 the department has also been recognized as a ‘Centre of excellence’ for its innovative provision of tattoo-less Surface Guided Radiotherapy, in alliance with Vision RT.
Alongside ongoing service expansion, the department also provides a variety of career progression opportunities including enhanced, advanced and consultant Practitioner roles, and an optimum learning environment for all Students and Apprentices.
Follow the department on: https://twitter.com/BCCRadiotherapy
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be expected to:
- Deliver high quality patient care, and Radiotherapy planning and treatment services to cancer patients within the Berkshire Cancer Centre.
- Work as a member of the radiotherapy team in the development of the department procedures and to participate in departmental research.
- Participate in the departmental on-call system, under direct supervision of a senior member of staff.
- Work the core hours of 8.30am to 5pm or between the hours of 7am and 9pm during shift patterns, with some Saturday working to meet the needs of the department.
- Supervise and mentor pre-registration learners, junior members of staff, and Radiotherapy assistants within the department.
- Be qualified to practice as an Operator within Radiotherapy as defined by IR (ME) R.
Working for our organisation
The Radiotherapy service currently employs a total of 53 WTE roles, including 46 WTE Therapeutic Radiographers and Radiotherapy Support Workers.
The diverse workforce of staff and learners all benefit from working with high quality equipment and optimum treatment techniques, whilst experiencing positive levels of clinical support and professional development as part of the strategic vision for cancer care.
Further benefits of working at the Berkshire Cancer Centre include:
- Tailored Radiotherapy Preceptorship programme for all newly qualified staff, international recruits, returnees to practice and final year pre-registration learners.
- A Relocation package of up to £1,600 for all eligible candidates.
- A 5% travel allowance for all staff rotations in the RBBC Bracknell Healthspace.
- Generous funding to support Masters level courses, study days or professional development (after completion of 6 month probationary period).
- Excellent leadership, mentoring and teaching opportunities.
- Career progression programmes and personalised coaching.
The CQC recently rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.
Our "CARE" values: Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful, Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To manage a workload of patients undergoing radiotherapy ensuring the safe and competent use of radiation and the highest standard of patient care, ensuring all efficiency targets are met.
To ensure all competencies are achieved in a timely fashion and in line with Trust probationary periods, and induction programmes. This will include treatment floor and prep room competencies, SGRT training, and IGRT training.
To provide advice regarding the management of a range of radiotherapy related situations.
To participate in the organisation of shifts to cover for machine services, and assist in the process of allocating patient appointments and ensuring all the necessary preparation has been completed in sufficient time.
To liaise effectively with Members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team, and the wider Hospital Trust as required.
To ensure that the highest professional and technical standards are maintained within the treatment sections of the department and that an efficient and effective service is provided for patients.
To participate, in conjunction with the Senior radiographers in the prioritisation and delegation of work to all team members on a daily basis.
To maintain an effective and efficient daily schedule, ensuring high standards of patient care and treatment delivery using their knowledge and skills to assess patients on a daily basis.
To be responsible for ensuring all documented procedures pertaining to this work area are followed.
To input patient details into the Radiotherapy Electronic Patient Management Systems.
To be involved in the audit process within the BCC Quality System.
To ensure that all necessary QA protocols are followed and non-compliance's are reported and investigated via the Team leader on the unit.
To act on behalf of a Senior radiographer when required.
To work at Bracknell clinic as required.
To work flexibly as required by the department usually between the hours of 7am and 9pm.
To participate in the on-call rota and to work Bank Holidays as required.
Please refer to the attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details.
Person specification
Education
Essential criteria
- Degree or equivalent in therapeutic radiography
- State Registered HCPC
Experience
Essential criteria
- Recent experience in speciality or clinical placement while studying
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Azma Siddiqui
- Job title
- Radiotherapy Ed. & Workforce Lead Radiographer
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01183227868
- Additional information
Azma Siddiqui (Radiotherapy Education & Workforce Lead Radiographer) on 0118 322 7868 or [email protected]
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