Senior Therapeutic Radiographer - Peterborough

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information regarding the role, please refer to the job description for a full list of duties.

Person specification

Education

Essential criteria

• Degree or DCR(T) in radiotherapy
• Has HCPC registration ( or has applied for registration)

Experience

Essential criteria

• Evidence of post graduate experience

Desirable criteria

• IGRT and IMRT experience
• Pre-treatment experience of CT/ simulator
• Experience of Staff management
• Experience in participation in audit

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Knowledge of principles and practice of radiotherapy and oncology, in particular pre treatment protocols
• Knowledge of Oncology Management systems
• Knowledge and application of (IR(ME)R) regulations
• Knowledge and application of regulations related to obtaining informed consent

Desirable criteria

• Working knowledge of Windows processing packages

Key Skills

Essential criteria

• High levels of hand, eye and sensory co-ordination to ensure precise patient set-ups.

Desirable criteria

• Leadership qualities and the ability to motivate staff to achieve their full potential.
• High level of Communication skills, including the ability to deal with sensitive information & to deal with anxious and demanding patients using tact and persuasive skills
• High level of problem solving and Decision Making abilities.

Disclosure & Barring Check Fee

Where your role requires a DBS check, the Trust will pay the fee upfront and reclaim the cost (including a £5 admin fee) from your first month's salary. Volunteers are exempt.

Our Values - At the heart of all we do
We recruit not just for skills but for behaviours aligned with our core values: dedication, care, courage, and innovation. Show us how you live these values in your application and interview.

Early closure notice

We may close this advert early if we receive enough applications-please apply without delay.

International Applicants & Sponsorship
Applications from candidates requiring UK sponsorship are welcome where the role is eligible for sponsorship under current UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) rules.

Please note that not all roles will meet the eligibility requirements for Skilled Worker sponsorship. Eligibility is determined by factors including occupation code, skill level and salary thresholds in line with UKVI guidance.

Most non-UK/Republic of Ireland nationals require a visa to work in the UK. Candidates are encouraged to review current visa requirements and eligibility before applying: