About this role
Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Radiotherapy Clinical Specialist to provide expert clinical leadership in the planning and delivery of high-quality radiotherapy treatments.
We are seeking a proactive and innovative practitioner with a passion for delivering outstanding cancer care.
The candidate should have the ability to demonstrate clinical expertise, sound decision-making, and the ability to lead change while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, quality, and compassionate care.
The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing patient care, supporting service development, and promoting excellence in radiotherapy practice.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the Clinical Specialist will undertake various treatment planning and delivery, contribute to the implementation of new technologies and techniques, and provide specialist advice to patients, colleagues, and stakeholders. They will support quality assurance, clinical governance, education, research, and continuous service improvement initiatives.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
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Job description Job responsibilities
The Clinical Specialist in radiotherapy will have developed expertise to be able to function at the forefront of professional practice. Detailed application of knowledge and understanding of how research informs practice are required.
To use clinical knowledge to engage appropriate interventions, when necessary, along the treatment pathway.
To promote high professional standards, providing effective team leadership and support, ensuring regard for relevant legal, ethical and professional frameworks.
HCPC Registration
Evidence of working at a senior level within a Radiotherapy Department
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential
Master's degree or module / equivalence degree in Therapeutic Radiography/Diploma of College of Radiographers with specialist experience and courses HCPC Registration Change management and implementation skills Ability to lead and manage treatment delivery teams Evidence of working at a senior level within a Radiotherapy Department Knowledge/experience of modern Radiotherapy practice and latest technological advances
Desirable
Protect management/educational experience Understanding of wider Cancer Agenda and NHS Commissioning Structure Working towards SoR Accreditation Project work Evidence of the management of the patient experience in Radiotherapy
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address University Hospital Southampton
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 6YD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)