Budget Demonstrate the safe use of highly complex treatment machines which cost in excess of £2 million. Ensure that the correct data is captured for every treatment delivered To assist in identifying the potential to improve the efficiency of the service. Be aware of the impact changes in treatment technique/protocols have on the activity of the service. Staff Provides training and ensures completion of competency records To assess and mentor students. To act as a role model for the team of radiographers and students. To support other staff in Continuous Professional Development programmes. Policy To comply with all Trust policies and procedures. Question and propose changes to procedures and policies within the department To actively engage with the Quality Management System. Actively participate in the implementation of changes to policies and procedures including authoring documents and training staff. Be aware and comply with the Local Rules of the Radiotherapy Department in compliance with the Ionising Radiation Regulations. Conform to the requirements of the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations IRMER. Ensure that staff / students under your supervision are compliant with radiation legislation. Service Delivery & Development Must be aware of the skills and competencies available within the team, utilising them effectively and delegating appropriately. Reacting and reorganising the workload in response to unforeseen circumstances, such as machine breakdown, in such a way as to minimise disruption. Deliver training sessions including supporting staff to achieve clinical competency To participate in service improvement projects and able to carry out presentations when appropriate, promoting knowledge and awareness of radiotherapy, developing the service as one team. Governance To comply with departmental policies for IR(ME)R compliance. To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of the post-holders own practice, practising within the framework of current legislation, fulfilling the duty of care to the patient, public and the Profession Monitors work areas and practices and ensures they are safe and free from hazards To comply with professional, statutory and Trust policies and procedures (e.g. Code of Professional Conduct, SoR Guidelines on Professional Practice and CPD, Health and Safety at Work Act etc.) To report any injury to patients, visitors or contractors in accordance with Trust policy, completing appropriate documentation and informing the Head of Radiotherapy. To participate in the departments on-going clinical & QMS audit programme and appropriate work related developmental projects. 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 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. Participate in audit and research in the department. Promote research and audit and encourage other staff to take part in these activities