Treatment Radiographer

Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, United Kingdom

Job Description


We are offering an exciting opportunity for Therapeutic Radiographer to join our team in a forward thinking radiotherapy department at Velindre Cancer Sevice This post is based at our new Radiotherapy Satellite centre at Nevill Hall Hospital, Abergavenny.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
To help organise the work load in the various functions of the department and take responsibility for training and supervising more junior radiographers and students.
To deputise in the role of team leader in the absence of the Band 7 radiographer, as required.
To be part of a large multi-disciplinary team and to be involved in the total care of patients undergoing radiotherapy.
To work flexibly according to the demands of the service, including weekends and across more than one site.
To participate in out of hours and on-call working as required.
About us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centreand our award-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you
Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/
Date posted
10 February 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
xc2xa337,898 to xc2xa345,637 a year per annum/pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
120-AHP003-0225
Job locations
Velindre Cancer Service (Radiotherapy Satellite Unit at Neville Hall Hospital)
Brecon Road
Abergavenny
NP7 7EG
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential

  • BSc (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma ofoB.Sc. (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of College of Radiographers DCR (T) College of Radiographers DCR (T), or Post Graduate Diploma in Radiotherapy
  • Registration with Health Care Professions Council
  • Evidence of CPD (continuing professional development) gained through short courses or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy
  • Knowledge and understanding of current oncology issues
  • Full knowledge of radiation regulations
Desirable
  • Evidence of further study to Masters Level
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Organisational Skills
  • Interpersonal skill
  • IT skills
  • Organised
  • Adaptable to change
  • Shows initiative/ drive
  • Self-motivated
  • Team worker
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Flexible approach to work and needs of the service
Desirable
  • Ability to speak Welsh to Level 1
  • Supervisory skills - radiographers and students
  • Mentoring skills
Experience
Essential
  • Significant knowledge of radiotherapy acquired by rotating through all aspects of radiotherapy involving the whole range of highly specialised and highly complex radiotherapy equipment
  • Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy.
  • Sound practical and technical ability
Desirable
  • Experience of working with Varian and/or Elekta equipment
  • Quality assurance
  • Audit
  • Student assessment
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
  • BSc (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma ofoB.Sc. (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of College of Radiographers DCR (T) College of Radiographers DCR (T), or Post Graduate Diploma in Radiotherapy
  • Registration with Health Care Professions Council
  • Evidence of CPD (continuing professional development) gained through short courses or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy
  • Knowledge and understanding of current oncology issues
  • Full knowledge of radiation regulations
Desirable
  • Evidence of further study to Masters Level
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Organisational Skills
  • Interpersonal skill
  • IT skills
  • Organised
  • Adaptable to change
  • Shows initiative/ drive
  • Self-motivated
  • Team worker
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Flexible approach to work and needs of the service
Desirable
  • Ability to speak Welsh to Level 1
  • Supervisory skills - radiographers and students
  • Mentoring skills
Experience
Essential
  • Significant knowledge of radiotherapy acquired by rotating through all aspects of radiotherapy involving the whole range of highly specialised and highly complex radiotherapy equipment
  • Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy.
  • Sound practical and technical ability
Desirable
  • Experience of working with Varian and/or Elekta equipment
  • Quality assurance
  • Audit
  • Student assessment

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3026782
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    £37898 - 45637 per year
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned