Job Description

Job description

Department:

Neurosurgery - Gamma Knife

Reports to

: Clinical Service Manager

Position

: Senior Therapeutic Radiographer -

Bank Hours

Hourly Rate

: Dependent on Experience (25 to 30 per hour)

Location:

Thornbury Radiosurgery Centre, Sheffield

About us:

The Thornbury Radiosurgery Department is a specialist centre located within Thornbury Hospital, dedicated to providing advanced, non-invasive treatment for complex neurological and oncological conditions. We are proud to be one of the few centres in the region offering stereotactic radiosurgery, using state of the art equipment to deliver highly precise care with minimal impact on patients' quality of life. Our team includes expert neurosurgeons, neuro radiologists, medical physicists and radiographers, all working collaboratively in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. We work in close partnership with Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and together are one of two NHS England National Centres of Excellence. We are committed to delivering outstanding patient outcomes through innovation, teamwork, and the continual development of our people and practices.

The centre treats a range of benign and malignant lesions, including:

Meningiomas Pituitary Adenomas Acoustic Neuromas/Vestibular Schwannomas Trigeminal Neuralgia Brain metastases Other functional lesions

About the Role:

The Senior Radiographer will be required to support the clinical team, and where required the administrative team, in ensuring the clinical services of the department are optimise and patients are treated within a timely manner. Once sufficient specialist knowledge and skills are acquired, the post-holder will be expected to act as clinical lead for the department when required.

In addition to supporting the NHS pathway, the post-holder will be expected to help facilitate the treatment of Private and Self-Paying patients, collating referral data, imaging, and patient information prior to treatment. The post-holder will assist in the day-to-day organisation and running of the centre and support the clinical staff in their delivery of stereotactic based treatments.

The Senior Radiographer will assist in the day-to-day organisation, Quality Assurance, and operation of the treatment unit. They will deputise for the Lead Radiographer during their absence and supervise Radiographer grade staff and support staff in the delivery of stereotactic based treatments. It is expected that the post-holder be flexible with their working time to enable the clinical service to operate without disruption. On rare occasions it may be necessary for the post-holder to attend the department over a weekend to support services that cannot be delivered during a clinical week. On these occasions advanced notice will be given.

Job specifications:

Deliver accurate and efficient radiation treatment and provide of a high standard of patient care.

Maintain accurate patient records by input of accurate information to reflect the service provided and meet professional standards.

Use acquired specialist knowledge of site-specific imaging protocols to analyse verification images and recommend any adjustments, if required, to ensure treatments are within tolerance.

Perform daily/weekly/monthly QA procedures to ensure equipment runs within acceptable tolerance parameters. Use expertise and acquired knowledge of the equipment to identify, record and report faults and manage the consequences of faults effectively. This can include:

Escalation of faults to equipment provider

Rescheduling of treatments in the event of a breakdown

Assess patient condition, including treatment concerns, and prioritise work depending on the severity of a patient condition and the direct impact on their management.

Participate in the auditing of policies and procedure and propose changes to these within own scope of practice.

To assist with the day-to-day organisation of the treatment unit including the maintenance of appointment systems and working methods to ensure an efficient service is delivered and workload targets are met.

Participate in shift sessions when necessary. e.g., during exceptional periods of increased patient activity.

Supervise support staff, junior radiographers, bank staff and Health Care Assistants working in the treatment unit and deputise for the Lead Radiographer when required.

The post-holder will be required to participate in the training/induction of new staff. Act as a preceptor for new graduates/junior members of staff within the therapeutic radiography training and development programme.

Undertake personal and professional self-development opportunities as determined by performance review and self-direction.

To participate in Research and Development activities as appropriate and participate in Clinical Governance and Clinical Audit programmes as required.

Administrative support to the departments clinical work, including:

Scheduling, patient swabbing and hotel bookings and using acquired clinical knowledge to recognise a balanced treatment day.

Follow-up appointments and treatment rescheduling.

Support point of clinical contact for patient liaison, identifying and managing enquiries.

Provide support to the Lead Radiographer and Office Manager coordinating treatment availability, liaising with consultants to identify clinical usable days, and disseminating information appropriately.

Collating treatment information relating to activity and contacting appropriate parties in a timely manner.

Contribute to the Risk and Incident Register and to actively manage those elements relevant to the treatment delivery/clinical operation of the department.

Maintain Mandatory Training record, professional registration, and DBS records.

Undertake Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS) course to support and uphold the departments IRMER commitment.

To undertake administrative training though the Office Manager, helping develop an understanding of the wider scope of the business.

Control and auditing of clinical stockkeeping.

About You:

Essential Criteria:

BSc (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or equivalent qualification. HCPC registration as a Therapeutic Radiographer. Strong interest in stereotactic radiosurgery and a willingness to develop specialist skills. Excellent patient care skills with a compassionate and professional approach. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Strong communication and organisational skills.
Desirable Criteria:

Previous experience in stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) or Gamma Knife treatment preferable. Experience working in a specialist radiotherapy or oncology setting. Knowledge of IR(ME)R and clinical governance regulations.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary in line with NHS pay scales. Comprehensive training and development in Gamma Knife radiosurgery. Support for CPD and career progression within a specialist radiotherapy service. A friendly, supportive, and innovative working environment.

If you are a passionate and motivated Therapeutic Radiographer looking to advance your career in a specialist radiotherapy setting, we encourage you to apply.

For more information or to arrange an informal discussion, please contact Hannah Greaves at

hannah.greaves@amethyst-radiotherapy.co.uk

Join us at Thornbury Radiosurgery Centre and be part of a team delivering world-class Gamma Knife Radiosurgery at the forefront of modern radiotherapy treatment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 25.00-30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 12/09/2025