Join your local hospital and make a difference. We are delighted to offer an apprenticeship in the Radiotherapy department. The role is for an Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer.
Radiotherapy is a rewarding career which requires a highly developed knowledge and professional skill-set to enable you to treat a wide variety of patients, most of whom have a cancer diagnosis. It combines high level technical knowledge and skill with patient care and oncology management. You will work as part of a team delivering Radiotherapy treatment and ensuring the holistic needs of the patients are met.
The Radiotherapy department at CUH has 7 treatment machines and 2 dedicated CT scanners. During your training and future career, you will work in all areas of the department.
You will have a positive work ethic, be keen to learn and be able to work in a Radiotherapy and wider multi-disciplinary team. You will receive support to gain a wide range of experience and skills, in addition to regular supervision and mentoring.
Come and join us and be supported to earn as you learn whilst undertaking a nationally recognised qualification.
Key Responsibilities:
* Work under the supervision of a Registered Practitioner.
* As part of the multi-disciplinary team, you will fulfil a key role in providing radiotherapy, care and support to individuals as specified in standard radiotherapy protocols.
* Perform a range of radiotherapy duties and procedures, as detailed within the apprenticeship programme, within the Radiotherapy department under the supervision of a qualified Therapy Radiographer at all times.
* Ensure that the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017, IRMER 2017 and associated codes of practice and guidance notes together with the Health and Safety at Work Act are understood and adhered to in respect of staff, patients and members of the public.
Apprenticeship Details:
* On the job training and 6 hours minimum off the job training or new learning per week.
* The academic component of the course will be delivered by University of Hertfordshire remotely / online, with a few days a year in person attendance on campus.
* You will be provided with dedicated time for study to support your development in this role.
* Apprentices will study key concepts and knowledge base relevant to Radiotherapy and Oncology.
* On the job training will involve mentorship and structured progression for the Apprentice using an e-portfolio.
Entry Requirements:
* Have the right to abode in the UK.
* Meet the course entry requirements.
* Level 2 Qualification: A minimum of 5 GCSEs taken at one sitting including English language, Mathematics at grade 4 or above (or equivalent qualifications) and Science at grade 4 or above.
* Level 3 Qualifications: 112 - 120 UCAS points from GCE A2/AS levels which will normally include either Science subjects or Mathematics; or BTEC extended Diploma in Applied Science or Health & Social Care* with minimum DMM profile; or other relevant qualifications.
Benefits:
* Development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries.
* Reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site.
* Hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues.
* CXH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances.
CXH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
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