The post holder will be an experienced practitioner rotating through the Radiotherapy Department providing clinical technical services using a range of highly specialist Radiotherapy Treatment and planning equipment. The post holder will work with and deputise for the Band 7 Radiographer managing the caseload, staff and equipment of their designated unit, maintaining associated records and delivering evidence based, patient centred care. The department provides clinical placements for student Radiographers and the post holder will be expected to participate fully in the supervision, training and assessing of students. Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP. Interpret and apply the Radiation prescription/plan presented by the Consultant Oncologist. Operate Radiotherapy equipment delivering treatment safely and accurately within the tolerances defined for the technique. Identify and undertake appropriate pre-treatment processes including: patient scheduling calculation of radiation treatment prescriptions/plans data input and screen check of prescription/ plan parameters transfer of images checking of complex treatment prescriptions. collation of all treatment accessories and requirements prior to the patients first visit Identify and undertake correct verification for each patient pathway including: Plan checks Verification imaging in-vivo dosimetry Evaluate results of these processes and take appropriate action in line with departmental procedures. To undertake ‘Out of Hours’ and ‘On-Call’ duties, including bank holidays to support full-service delivery. Work as part of Pre-Treatment team to acquire appropriate localisation CT planning scans. Document all mandatory patient IRMER statements, e.g., pregnancy status and laterality. Evaluate and respond appropriately to information given. University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk) By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Andrzej Malaczkowski Job title: Radiotherapy Operations Manager Email address: Andrzej.Malaczkosk@uhcw.nhs.uk Telephone number: 024 76967301