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We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Pre-Treatment Radiographer to join our team in a forward-thinking radiotherapy department at Velindre Cancer Centre in Cardiff.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main Duties of the Job
* BSc (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 the radiotherapy service.
* In-depth experience of a range of radiotherapy techniques.
* Provides a highly specialist clinical service and implements highly specialist radiotherapy procedures, including the use of complex diagnostic imaging to produce radiotherapy plans for treatments.
* Facilitates informed discussions within a MDT environment regarding optimum treatment delivery.
* 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, including assessment of the patient prior to planning radiotherapy, evaluation of treatment plans, plan modifications, and general patient health and wellbeing.
* Responsible for ensuring that the treatment prescription is accurate and correct before treatment can commence.
* Calculates radiotherapy treatment doses, including appropriate corrections or alterations within stated protocols.
About Us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust, we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and our award-winning Welsh Blood Service. We have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
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 you.
Job Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
* 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
Experience Essential
* Significant specific knowledge of radiotherapy acquired by rotating through all aspects of radiotherapy involving the whole range of highly specialised and complex radiotherapy equipment including linear accelerators and CT simulators.
* Sound practical and technical ability and experience in a wide range of pre-treatment and immobilisation techniques.
Aptitude and Abilities Essential
* Excellent communication skills
* Organisational skills
* Interpersonal skills
* IT skills
* Reliable and punctual
* Flexible approach to work and needs of the service.
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.
Employer Details
Employer name: Velindre Cancer Centre
Address: Velindre Cancer Service, Velindre Road, Cardiff, CF14 2TL
Employer's website: https://velindre.nhs.wales/velindrecc/
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