Job summary Why might this job interest you? Are you fascinated by the human body, technology and in making a real impact in patient care? Join the dedicated team at Oxford university as a Radiographer, where you'll use advanced technology to help diagnose and monitor and understand the root cause of illnesses, medical conditions and guiding crucial treatment decisions. If youre passionate about precision and patient care, we want to hear from you. Our purpose-built satellite unit in Swindonopened in October 2022, housing 2 Varian TrueBeam linacs with 6DoF couches and a GoSim Radiotherapy CT scanner. The satellite is an extension of the radiotherapy service at the Oxford Cancer Centre & networked by Aria. It has its own, clinic rooms, planning suite, & MacMillan patient information area. It is located on the Great Western Hospital site which is located close to J15 of the M4. Main duties of the job In this role you will Provide safe and accurate highly specialised radiotherapy planning and treatment to patients with a diagnosis of cancer across the full range of tumour sites Work on a rotational basis through all clinical areas; treatment floor and the pre-treatment area Safely and efficiently manipulate all complex, specialised equipment associated with the planning and treatment of patients undergoing treatment with ionising radiation. Provide supervision and participate in the training of trainee Radiographers Assess the needs of the patient and plan the delivery of care around those needs About us Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts. Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want Date posted 01 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £22.99 an hour Contract Bank Duration 3 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number M0042-25-0999 Job locations Swindon Radiotherapy Centre Downs Way Swindon SN3 6BW Job description Job responsibilities The post holder must be clinically competent to safely and efficiently manipulate all complex, specialised equipment associated with the planning and treatment of patients undergoing treatment with ionising radiation. Support the team leader in the day-to-day management of their assigned pre-treatment or treatment work area, assisting in the organisation and management of the clinical workload. Work on a rotational basis through all clinical areas; treatment floor and the pre-treatment area. The post holder will be expected to provide safe and accurate highly specialised radiotherapy planning and treatment to patients with a diagnosis of cancer across the full range of tumour sites. They will be part of the team of radiographers providing care for patients, ensuring the provision of a high quality, patient-focussed service. To take individual professional responsibility for the accurate planning and delivery of radiation treatment to radiotherapy patients ensuring that the requirements of the current IR(ME)R and IRR legislation are met. Be responsible and accountable for own actions in the pre-treatment and treatment area in accordance with the Radiographers Professional Code of Conduct. Use professional knowledge and experience to support the safe and efficient operation of the working area. Provide guidance and support to less experienced members of staff and students Ensure that confidentiality and the dignity of patients is recognised and respected at all times. Accurately interpret complex treatment plans and prescriptions. Review and evaluate verification images, recommending action to be taken to improve treatment accuracy. CT scan and simulate patients to localise tumour volumes for treatment planning. including the outlining of critical structures and organs in preparation for the tumour volume delineation by the Clinical Oncologist. Advise clinicians on the suitability and limitations of various treatment options available in the department. Virtual simulation for patients including field placement and contouring of OAR. Collect and collate department statistical data regarding patient activity for the assigned clinical area. Ensure all equipment in their work area is kept clean and dust free, all accessory items to be stored carefully and safely to prevent injury to patients and staff and to prevent damage to equipment. Undertake assessment of patients attending for radiotherapy daily to evaluate their physical, mental and social welfare to ensure that the patients is fit for treatment, referring to other specialists within oncology team as appropriate. Consult a more senior radiographer regarding any concerns relating to the accuracy of planning or treatment. Provide support to patients prior to and whilst they are undergoing a course of radiotherapy regarding both acute and chronic side effects, and their management, due to radiotherapy. Problem solve technical problems relating to individual patients treatments, referring to the Team Leader if issue is outside own scope of practice. Follow Standard Operational Procedures for the operation of the treatment machines. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder must be clinically competent to safely and efficiently manipulate all complex, specialised equipment associated with the planning and treatment of patients undergoing treatment with ionising radiation. Support the team leader in the day-to-day management of their assigned pre-treatment or treatment work area, assisting in the organisation and management of the clinical workload. Work on a rotational basis through all clinical areas; treatment floor and the pre-treatment area. The post holder will be expected to provide safe and accurate highly specialised radiotherapy planning and treatment to patients with a diagnosis of cancer across the full range of tumour sites. They will be part of the team of radiographers providing care for patients, ensuring the provision of a high quality, patient-focussed service. To take individual professional responsibility for the accurate planning and delivery of radiation treatment to radiotherapy patients ensuring that the requirements of the current IR(ME)R and IRR legislation are met. Be responsible and accountable for own actions in the pre-treatment and treatment area in accordance with the Radiographers Professional Code of Conduct. Use professional knowledge and experience to support the safe and efficient operation of the working area. Provide guidance and support to less experienced members of staff and students Ensure that confidentiality and the dignity of patients is recognised and respected at all times. Accurately interpret complex treatment plans and prescriptions. Review and evaluate verification images, recommending action to be taken to improve treatment accuracy. CT scan and simulate patients to localise tumour volumes for treatment planning. including the outlining of critical structures and organs in preparation for the tumour volume delineation by the Clinical Oncologist. Advise clinicians on the suitability and limitations of various treatment options available in the department. Virtual simulation for patients including field placement and contouring of OAR. Collect and collate department statistical data regarding patient activity for the assigned clinical area. Ensure all equipment in their work area is kept clean and dust free, all accessory items to be stored carefully and safely to prevent injury to patients and staff and to prevent damage to equipment. Undertake assessment of patients attending for radiotherapy daily to evaluate their physical, mental and social welfare to ensure that the patients is fit for treatment, referring to other specialists within oncology team as appropriate. Consult a more senior radiographer regarding any concerns relating to the accuracy of planning or treatment. Provide support to patients prior to and whilst they are undergoing a course of radiotherapy regarding both acute and chronic side effects, and their management, due to radiotherapy. Problem solve technical problems relating to individual patients treatments, referring to the Team Leader if issue is outside own scope of practice. Follow Standard Operational Procedures for the operation of the treatment machines. Person Specification Experience Essential Demonstrable post qualification experience System Knowledge of Varian & ARIA Qualifications Essential HCPC Registration University Degree in Radiography or equivalent Person Specification Experience Essential Demonstrable post qualification experience System Knowledge of Varian & ARIA Qualifications Essential HCPC Registration University Degree in Radiography or equivalent 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. 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 NHS Professionals Limited Address Swindon Radiotherapy Centre Downs Way Swindon SN3 6BW Employer's website https://www.nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)