The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
This is an exciting, degree apprenticeship opportunity based in Newcastle at the Northern Centre for Cancer Care, Freeman Hospital.
This 3 year apprenticeship programme prepares you for a career as a qualified Therapeutic Radiographer in the NHS by providing the underpinning theoretical knowledge and practical skills the profession demands. You will work as part of a close-knit team under the supervision of registered therapeutic radiographers to deliver safe and effective radiotherapy treatments to adult cancer patients. Therapeutic radiographers are an integral part of the multidisciplinary team and work closely with oncologists, physicists, technicians, nursing and administrative colleagues to ensure that patients receive the highest quality of care.
The course will deliver against the nationally recognised Level 6 Therapeutic Radiographer Degree Apprenticeship standard. The apprenticeship includes a combination of work-based learning modules and specialist education, which leads to a BSc (Hons) Therapeutic Radiography. Graduates are eligible to apply to register with the Health Care Professional Council.
* Interview Date Wednesday 05 February 2025
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Main duties of the job
Therapeutic Radiographers provide the highest standard of technical practice and patient care in order to treat and support patients receiving radiotherapy treatment.
As an apprentice, you will gain the skills and knowledge required to be able to deliver safe and effective radiotherapy treatment. You will rotate through both the pre-treatment and treatment sections of the department and become competent in the operation of both a CT scanner and Linear Accelerator.
All patients are treated using image guided radiotherapy (IGRT) so you will need to have the ability to develop excellent technical, anatomical and analysis skills to ensure that treatments are delivered as planned and prescribed.
The job role of a qualified Therapeutic Radiographer is to provide excellent care to patients diagnosed with cancer taking into consideration patients' emotional, psychological, and physical needs through the stages of their cancer treatment when at times they may be extremely vulnerable. You will need to be able to stay calm under pressure and work well as part of a team.
In your daily work as an apprentice, you will be expected to interact with cancer patients, who may or may not be cured, their carers, members of the public and a range of healthcare professionals. You will learn to communicate effectively and develop the ability to use your knowledge and skills to assess patients and escalate issues to the relevant clinical specialists in the team.
Job responsibilities
* To work as part of a team to ensure safe and accurate delivery of radiotherapy to patients, treating a variety of sites under the supervision of a state registered radiographer at all times.
* Attendance of teaching sessions held at Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) is a mandatory element of the programme. Annual leave is to be taken outside of the university's teaching sessions.
* The post holder will be based in the radiotherapy department in Newcastle but may have the opportunity to visit other radiotherapy departments during their training.
* Commitment to study in work and at home throughout the duration of the apprenticeship programme, including attending online teaching sessions and completing all e-learning as instructed by SHU.
* To ensure that the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017, IR(ME)R 2017 and associated codes of practice (Health Care Professions Council and Society of Radiographers) and guidance notes, together with the Health and Safety at Work Act are adhered to in respect of staff, patients and other members of the public.
* Practise within the framework set out by the Society of Radiographers Code of Professional Conduct (2013) and the Health Care Professions Council Standards of Proficiency (2013) to maintain the professional standards of self.
* To implement the procedures and work instructions described for the department in ISO9001 and report any variances.
* Apply knowledge of hazards and biological effects of radiation to their practice within a risk-benefit philosophy and adhere to the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017 and IRMER Regulations 2017.
* Responsible for the safe use of complex and expensive equipment in excess of £1 million pounds during training. No budgetary responsibility.
* Take a flexible approach in supporting colleagues during times of workload pressure.
You will need to be able to meet all the eligibility requirements as prescribed by the apprenticeship criteria to undertake the role.
To be eligible for an apprenticeship you must:
* Have the right to work and remain in the UK.
* Have lived in the UK for at least 3 years.
* Provide original evidence of required English and maths qualifications.
Further details can be found on the UK Government website.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* A Level BBC (112 UCAS points) B in a science subject or BTEC DMM (extended diploma) in a science/ healthcare related subject or equivalent.
* English and Maths qualifications at Level 2 (GCSE Grades 9-4 or A*-C, CSE Grade 1, or Functional/Key Skills at Level 2).
* Evidence of successful formal accredited study at level 3 and a minimum of 6 months experience in a health and social care capacity.
Special Knowledge
* A basic knowledge and understanding of radiotherapy. Awareness of relevant national standards and legislation such as IRR (2017), IR(ME)R 2017 and associated codes of practice.
Experience
* Health and social care work experience.
Skills
* IT Literate.
* Excellent communication skills, listening, written, verbal and non-verbal.
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.
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