PROFESSIONAL Under supervision from Superintendent and Senior Radiographers: To assist in the daily organization and running of the relevant unit To carry out accurate treatment of patients by radiotherapy to include such routine procedures connected with the treatment under the supervision of a senior radiographer. To assist the senior radiographer with localization, planning and verification procedures including specialised work with contrast media. To undertake the calculation of treatment sheets and input prescription data onto treatment unit computerized verification system, verifying treatment parameters with medical physicists and consultants when necessary. To report immediately to the radiographer in charge of the unit any possible discrepancy found on the treatment prescription or any query regarding the interpretation of the prescription, plan or set-up during the initial calculation or at any time during the course of treatment. Observe and report changes in the medical condition of patients to the radiographer in charge of the unit at the time. To re-assure patients, advise on care of reactions and give information and explanations about the treatment during and after the course as appropriate. To administer / dispense drugs to patients under supervision from senior staff. To carry out routine daily checks of equipment ensuring that any fault or variation from the normal is accurately recorded and reported immediately to the radiographer in charge. To carry out clinic duties in treatment planning clinics and out-patients clinics. To demonstrate radiotherapy techniques and explain the basis of radiotherapy theory and side-effects, to medical physics students, medical students, nurses and other visitors to the department. To maintain work areas and equipment in a clean, tidy and safe order, reporting any malfunction or damage immediately. To liaise with other members of staff and other departments to ensure the care and well-being of patients throughout their treatment, working as part of a Multi-disciplinary team. To fully participate in the clinical rota, including shift patterns and on call rota. To comply with all statutory, Trust and Directorate Policies and procedures and to play a part in the development of such policies and procedures, particularly those relating to ISO 9000:2008, governance, risk management and other quality initiatives. To contribute to clinical audit and all clinical governance issues as required. EDUCATIONAL To demonstrate a continuous process of professional and personal development in order to develop own and others skills and be aware of the changing needs of the service. To play an active role in the training and development of students during their clinical placements