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Band 5 Therapeutic Radiographer

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The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

7d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
  • Hereford

AI generated summary

  • You must perform radiotherapy treatments, collaborate on site-specific techniques, and ensure patient needs are identified and met.
  • You will deliver radiotherapy treatments, collaborate on developing techniques, and ensure patient needs are identified and met for improved care quality.

Requirements

  • To carry out all aspects of Radiotherapy treatment in line with the requirements of the Radiotherapy Services Manager.
  • To work alongside other professional groups to develop site specific techniques to improve the quality of care for patients receiving radiotherapy in this department
  • Ensure the needs of the patient are identified and met.

Responsibilities

  • To carry out all aspects of Radiotherapy treatment in line with the requirements of the Radiotherapy Services Manager.
  • To work alongside other professional groups to develop site specific techniques to improve the quality of care for patients receiving radiotherapy in this department.
  • Ensure the needs of the patient are identified and met.

FAQs

Is this position suitable for newly qualified Radiographers?

Yes, this position is suitable for newly qualified Radiographers as well as those with experience.

What areas will I primarily be working in?

You will primarily be working in the treatment areas, with potential opportunities to work in pre-treatment.

What is the working hours for this position?

Full-time posts involve working 37.5 hours over four long days with a rolling day off.

Will I need to be on-call?

Yes, all staff participate in on-call for emergency patients at the weekend.

What type of equipment will I be working with?

You will work with 3 Varian Truebeam Linear Accelerators, a Gulmay Unit, and a Canon LB Exceed wide bore CT scanner.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, we actively encourage role development and support staff in achieving their personal goals and aspirations.

What kind of initiatives can I participate in?

You can participate in Radiographer led initiatives including Review Clinics, Site specific MDTs, virtual simulation, and IGRT.

Is there an opportunity to get involved in clinical trials?

Yes, we have an active Clinical Trials department and participate in most major trials.

What is the work-life balance like in Shropshire?

Shropshire offers a beautiful, mostly rural environment with a high quality of life, making work-life balance important.

Who can I contact for further details or to arrange an informal visit?

You can contact Louise Killey, Radiotherapy Services Manager, via email at louise.killey@nhs.net or telephone at 01743 261179.

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The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is the main provider of acute hospital services for half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid Wales. The Trust runs the Princess Royal Hospital in Telford and the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital in Shrewsbury.