About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated CT & Pre-Treatment Team Leader Therapeutic Radiographer to provide clinical and operational leadership within our radiotherapy pre-treatment service. Working as part of the radiotherapy leadership team, you will lead CT simulation and pre-treatment pathways, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care. You will support staff development, drive service improvements and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver high-quality radiotherapy services.
The successful candidate will be an experienced therapeutic radiographer with strong expertise in CT simulation and pre-treatment processes, excellent leadership skills and a commitment to outstanding patient care. You will be confident managing clinical workflows, supporting staff, promoting quality and safety, and working closely with oncologists, dosimetrists and the wider multidisciplinary team.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive and supportive radiotherapy department. You will have the opportunity to influence service delivery, lead improvement projects, support the development of future radiotherapy professionals and contribute to the implementation of advanced technologies and treatment techniques.
Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.
Main duties of the job
- Provide clinical and operational leadership within the CT simulation and radiotherapy pre-treatment service, supporting the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care.
- Manage the day-to-day coordination of pre-treatment activities, ensuring efficient workflow, service performance and timely patient access to treatment.
- Support, supervise and develop radiographers, students and apprentices, fostering a positive learning culture and high standards of professional practice.
- Act as an expert practitioner in CT simulation and pre-treatment techniques, contributing to the delivery of advanced radiotherapy pathways and technologies.
- Lead and participate in quality improvement, audit and service development initiatives to enhance patient experience and clinical outcomes.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure seamless delivery of the radiotherapy pathway.
- Promote compliance with departmental, professional and regulatory standards, supporting a culture of safety, quality and continuous improvement
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Lead CT & Pre-Treatment Radiographer will provide clinical, technical and operational leadership within the radiotherapy pre-treatment service. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading CT simulation and pre-treatment activities, ensuring the safe, accurate and efficient delivery of patient pathways.
- Providing expert clinical guidance in CT planning, image verification, advanced techniques including 4DCT and DIBH, and radiotherapy localisation procedures.
- Undertaking and supporting IV cannulation and contrast administration in accordance with departmental protocols.
- Supervising pre-treatment processes, treatment preparation and quality assurance to ensure compliance with departmental, professional and regulatory standards.
- Supporting the implementation of new technologies, techniques and service improvement initiatives.
- Delivering high-quality patient-centred care, providing information, support and reassurance throughout the radiotherapy pathway.
- Managing and developing radiographers, assistant practitioners, apprentices and students through supervision, training and performance management.
- Coordinating daily workload and staffing within CT and pre-treatment services to ensure safe and effective service delivery.
- Contributing to audit, research, governance, quality improvement and risk management activities.
- Working collaboratively with oncologists, physicists, dosimetrists and the wider multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and service performance.
- Supporting departmental recruitment, workforce development and continuous professional development initiatives.
- Participating in out-of-hours, on-call or bank holiday working where required to meet service needs
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.
Secondment will be considered for internal candidates If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oBSc Radiotherapy or equivalent oProfessional knowledge acquired through degree plus short specialist courses and/or experience to post-graduate diploma level or equivalent including cannulation training (be willing to complete the IV cannulation course if not already qualified). oHCPC Registration oDemonstrable CPD and evidence of using learning to improve practice
Desirable
- oMSc Post graduate education.
Experience
Essential
- oSignificant post qualification experience in a senior capacity using a wide range of techniques and equipment oExperience of developing and implementing new techniques / protocols oSupervising junior staff
Desirable
- oElekta and / or Mosaiq experience oExperience of Canon CT scanners oParticipation in project groups or working projects
Knowledge
Essential
- oMasters equivalent knowledge of routine and highly specialist Radiotherapy planning techniques and associated requirements for patient care oAwareness of IR(ME)R regulations and implication for Radiotherapy practice
Desirable
- oKnowledge of new developments in Radiotherapy Planning and the National Cancer Agenda
Skills
Essential
- oManual dexterity and psychomotor skills oClinical expertise. Able to perform simple and complex treatment set ups quickly and accurately oWorking to tight tolerances oAble to teach clinical skills to others oAble to communicate complex or sensitive information in a manner which aids understanding and compliance oGood organiser able to prioritise tasks for self and others oAble to motivate and enable staff to work to their full potential oAble to analyse problems and take appropriate action within a limited timeframe oAble to calculate record and check numerical data quickly and accurately
Desirable
- oPeople management training. oMentor training / assessor training
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- oEvidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. oFor posts with managerial responsibility only Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)
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).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)