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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
About
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Contact
- Address
- University Hospitals of Leicester
- G58/G59 Block A Penn Lloyd Building
- County Hall
- Leicester
- Leicestershire
- LE3 8RA
Band 7 Therapeutic Radiographer
Accepting applications until: 26-Feb-2026 23:59
Vacancy status: Open
Accepting applications until: 26-Feb-2026 23:59
Key details
Location
- Site
- Leicester Royal Infirmary
- Address
- Infirmary Square
- Town
- Leicester
- Postcode
- LE1 5WW
- Major / Minor Region
- Leicestershire
Contract type & working pattern
- Contract
- Permanent: 1.0 WTE
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
Salary
- Salary
- £47,810 - £54,710 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Grade
- (NHS AfC: Band 7)
Specialty
- Main area
- Radiotherapy
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Job overview
The department is the host for the East Midlands radiotherapy network and has excellent transport links around the region and with the rest of the country. Being based at the Royal Infirmary site you will be within walking distance of the vibrant and historical city centre of Leicester.
We have completed our replacement programme, and have 4 TrueBeam linacs in operation and a 5th Halcyon linac. SGRT is due to be installed this year on 2 of the Truebeam linacs. We use ARIA Oncology management system, Prosoma Virtual Simulation and Varian Eclipse treatment planning systems. Our scanners are Canon and GE wide bores with 4DCT and we have a XStrahl superficial unit. The new purpose built brachytherapy suite contains the Varian Bravos brachytherapy unit.
We offer a wide range of treatments including DIBH and SABR for both primary lung and oligometastatic disease.
There is a strong focus on staff development and culture so this is an excellent opportunity to further your clinical and leadership skills for the benefit of the LLR patient population and for those patients from further afield.
As a Band 7 you will be responsible for the day to day delivery of the service ensuring the workload is managed effectively and efficiently whilst providing expert advice to patients, staff and students.
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· To be an expert having specialist knowledge and experience of treatment delivery
· To support the development of the Radiotherapy service by providing clinical expertise and leadership to implement evidence based practice.
Along with the other Band 7 Therapeutic Radiographers to line manage the Band 5 & 6 radiographers ensuring that all aspects of performance, attendance, training and appraisal are addressed in accordance with Trust policy.
· To lead on the development of the team and individual team members through competency based training.
· To lead on research in own area of specialism and encourage others to engage with research activities.
Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- Head of Radiotherapy
- Other Advanced Practice and Superintendent Therapeutic Radiographers
- Therapeutic radiographers and Assistants
- Radiotherapy medical physics team – Clinical scientists, dosimetrists, engineering
- Radiotherapy medical team
- Osborne nursing staff
- Chemotherapy unit staff
- Cancer Information team
- Clinical Nurse Specialists
- Patients and Carers
- Support staff
- Oncology administration
- Volunteers
- Regulatory bodies for Radiotherapy
KEY RESULT AREAS
- Use specialist knowledge to make judgments on how to achieve the best treatment for patients from a range of options.
- In collaboration with Clinical Oncologists discuss complex cases to ensure patients receive the best care.
- To ensure that consistently high standards of customer service are delivered at all times.
Service Delivery & Development
- Able to plan workloads for own area of specialism from both a patient and staff perspective.
- Able to organise the workload to optimise the through put of activity.
- Able to organise the reassignment of activity in the event of breakdowns or unexpected events such as fire alarms.
- Able to organise and plan ongoing service improvement projects including working with the multidisciplinary team.
- Organise and deliver training sessions including supporting staff to achieve clinical competency.
Governance
- Be accountable for their own actions acting as a professional radiographer.
- To be the lead for area of specialism acting independently to manage their own workload and giving advice to others.
- To work in accordance with the Trust policies and procedures and adhere to the local QMS.
Patient/Customer Service
- To provide a highly specialised service to patients.
- Able to make complex decisions to ensure patients receive the correct care.
- Able to provide patients, their carers and other healthcare professionals with specialist advice relating to their treatment and care.
- Able to obtain consent in line with the Trust policy.
- Able to recognise when advice needs to be sought from other healthcare providers or services.
- To ensure that consistently high standards of customer service are delivered at all times.
- To advise and support patients and their carers should they have any concerns or complaints.
- To record and investigate errors using the Datix system in a timely manner.
- Ensure that the Health and Safety of patients, staff and visitors to the department is maintained.
Research
- Actively engage in any relevant research or trials undertaken within the department.
- Carry out audit and research in area of specialism and contribute to related areas.
- Promote research and audit and encourage other staff to take part in these activities.
Additional Information
Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.
UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.
UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.
The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.
The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.
COVID 19 Risk Assessment
Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.
The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.
If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.
Covid Vaccination Status
Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.
Applicant requirements
Person specification
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential criteria
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours
Training & Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Professional qualification as a Therapeutic Radiographer (DCR(T) or BSc
- Current HCPC registration
- MSc modules completed for area of specialism
Desirable criteria
- Informed consent
- Leadership course/qualification
- Formal management/ leadership skills qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Recent experience in a senior / team leader role
- Extensive clinical experience
- Evidence of building and maintaining sound relationships within teams and with colleagues in other areas
Desirable criteria
- Involvement in the development and implementation of clinical training of pre-registration students and trainees
- Involvement in the development and implementation of training programmes for qualified staff
Communication and relationship skills
Essential criteria
- High level of verbal and written communication skills to include the ability in report writing
- Proven effective verbal and written skills
- Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships in a variety of situations at all levels
- Demonstrate the ability to work with the multi -professional team
Desirable criteria
- Qualification in advanced communication skills
- Evidence of understanding and utilisation of a range of methods to ensure effective communication within the department
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential criteria
- Specialist knowledge for area of advanced practice including an understanding of how external policy changes may affect the service
- Use specialist knowledge to make judgments on how to achieve the best treatment for patients from a range of options.
- Able to analyse radiotherapy problems and provide a solution on a regular basis.
Skills
Essential criteria
- Organise and deliver training sessions including supporting staff to achieve clinical competency
- Able to make complex decisions to ensure patients receive the correct care.
- Propose changes to procedures and policies within the department/area of specialism.
- Identify the potential to improve the efficiency of the service.
Planning and organisation skills
Essential criteria
- Able to plan workloads for own area of specialism from both a patient and staff perspective.
- Able to organise the workload to optimise the through put of activity.
- Able to organise the reassignment of activity in the event of breakdowns or unexpected events such as fire alarms
- Able to organise and plan ongoing service improvement projects including working with the multidisciplinary team.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Tamburayi Dangaiso
- Job title
- Lead Development Therapeutic Radiographer
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01162585820
- Additional information
Suzanne Jordan
01162585641
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