Job overview
We are recruiting for:
1. 1x secondment Band 7 post for 12months to cover for maternity leave
The post holder will be expected to play a key role in the operational and clinical leadership of treatment delivery and all relevant processes within the Radiotherapy Department
They would be expected to ensure the provision of a high quality and patient focused service and provide support to their colleagues, peers and students alike
To have expert working knowledge and skills in all relevant radiotherapy techniques and on-line imaging.
To ensure that yourself and other radiographers/professional are fully compliant with IR(ME)R regulations governing the use of ionizing radiation.
To maintain the appropriate competencies allowing an adequate understanding of principles and processes of treatment techniques, equipment, patient care, communication skills, technical ability, innovation and mutual dexterity.
To provide leadership in a team of different skill mix and to be involved in the total care of patients undergoing radiotherapy treatment.
To adhere to and promote our health board values, “Caring for each other, working together and always improving”.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for leading and managing a team of radiographers and co-ordinating the day to day clinical operations of a designated treatment unit.
Manage a case load of up to 40 patients a day, ensuring patients have accurate and consistent imaging and treatment.
Assist in the provision of all aspects of the radiotherapy service to ensure the highest quality of patient care.
Liaise with colleagues with a multidisciplinary approach to monitor and improve the service provided.
Support and train members of the team to maintain and develop professional and personal skills and standards.
Ensure that all IR(ME)R, Health and Safety, Manual Handling and Quality Assurance regulations are adhered to.
Contribute to the provision of a safe and welcoming environment for staff, and patients alike.
To be responsible for their practice and to adhere to the professional code of conduct at all times.
To exhibit a high standard of professional integrity and demeanour, maintaining strict patient confidentiality at all times thereby justifying public trust and confidence.
Working for our organisation
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
2. BSc Radiotherapy / DCR
3. HCPC
4. MSc level study
Knowledge
Essential criteria
5. Wide knowledge of RT Techniques
Desirable criteria
6. Knowledge of audit
7. Knowledge of Student Assessment
Experience
Essential criteria
8. significant experience working at senior level
Desirable criteria
9. evidence of managing/implementing change
Skills
Essential criteria
10. Verbal and written communication skills
11. leadership skills
Swansea Bay University Health Board is committed to supporting its staff and processes to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing service users experience. In our commitment to increase the number of staff able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
Equality remains at the centre of the Health Boards policy-making, service delivery and employment practices. We value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from people from protected groups under the Equality Act 2010, this specifically includes age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race, religion, disability, pregnancy and maternity and marriage and civil partnership.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable