Job Description

We are offering an exciting opportunity for Pre-Treatment Radiographer to join our team in a forward thinking radiotherapy department at Velindre Cancer Centre in CardiffThe ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.Main duties of the jobBSc (Hons) T, Diploma College of Radiographers DCR(T), or Post Graduate Diploma in Radiotherapy.Registered with HCPC.Experience rotating through all specialist areas/units of radiotherapy service.In depth experience of a range of radiotherapy techniques.Provides a highly specialist clinical service. Implements highly specialist radiotherapy procedures i.e. use of complex diagnostic imaging to produce radiotherapy plans for treatments.The experience of the radiographer will allow for an informed discussion within a MDT environment of how optimum treatment delivery can be achieved.Interprets complicated treatment plans and calculations.Provides first line advice for GPs, nurses and doctors.Undertakes daily calibrations and quality assurance of pre-treatment equipment.Specialist skills for assessing acute and chronic cancer conditions. This includes assessment of patient prior to planning radiotherapy, evaluation of treatment plan, plan modifications, and general patient health and wellbeing.Responsible for ensuring that the treatment prescription is accurate and correct before treatment can commence.Calculation of radiotherapy treatment doses including appropriate corrections or alterations within stated protocols.About usHere at Velindre University NHS Trustwe are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edgeVelindre Cancer Centreand our award-winningWelsh Blood Service,as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host theNHS Wales Shared Services PartnershipandHealth Technology Walesand 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 youVisit our website to find out morehttps://velindre.nhs.wales/Date posted20 February 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salaryxc2xa337,898 to xc2xa345,637 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference number120-AHP006-0225Job locationsVelindre Cancer ServiceVelindre RoadCardiffCF14 2TLJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• B.Sc. (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of College of Radiographers DCR
• Registration with Health 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

ExperienceEssential

• Significant specific knowledge of radiotherapy acquired by rotating through all aspects of radiotherapy involving the whole range of highly specialised and highly complex radiotherapy equipment including linear accelerators and CT simulators
• Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy.
• Sound practical and technical ability and experience in a wide range of pre-treatment and immobilisation techniques

Desirable

• Quality assurance
• Audit
• Student Assessment

Aptitude and abilitiesEssential

• Excellent communication skills
• Organisational skills
• Interpersonal skills
• 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

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• B.Sc. (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of College of Radiographers DCR
• Registration with Health 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

ExperienceEssential

• Significant specific knowledge of radiotherapy acquired by rotating through all aspects of radiotherapy involving the whole range of highly specialised and highly complex radiotherapy equipment including linear accelerators and CT simulators
• Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy.
• Sound practical and technical ability and experience in a wide range of pre-treatment and immobilisation techniques

Desirable

• Quality assurance
• Audit
• Student Assessment

Aptitude and abilitiesEssential

• Excellent communication skills
• Organisational skills
• Interpersonal skills
• 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

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