Job overview
We are seeking applications from a suitably qualified Radiographer that has extensive pre-treatment experience and has been working in a leadership role. Candidates, however must have an in-depth knowledge and a passion for pre-treatment and must have experience in leading a team as the post holder will be Deputy Manager and will need to act up in Radiotherapy Services Manager absence. The post will involve working clinically in CT, providing support to all radiographers on pre-treatment issues, line manager for pre-treatment team as well as managerial responsibilities.
On-going professional development is actively encouraged.
Main duties of the job
* Be an expert in pre-treatment
* Provide advice and training
* Maintain clinical skills
* Support Radiographers
* Some management responsibilities for staff appraisals etc
* Experience in virtual simulation
* Trained in IV cannulation
* Act as deputy manager
* Liaise with Clinical Oncologist, Physics and CNS
* Oversee radiotherapy scheduling
Working for your organisation
The department consists of 3 Varian Linear Accelerators; including 3 Truebeams with SGRT and 6dof couch, a Gulmay Unit and a Canon Aquilian wide bore CT scanner with radiographer-led palliative virtual simulation using Eclipse. We have an active Clinical Trials department and participate in most major trials.
We have recently expanded our Lung SABR service to include bone and nodes. Further technical developments are planned for introduction in the near future.
We actively encourage role development and support staff in achieving their personal goals and aspirations. All staff have the opportunity to work flexible hours; full-time posts work 37.5 hours over four long days with a day off. All staff participate in on-call for emergency patients at the weekend and bank holiday working.
Time away from work is just as important and Shropshire is a beautiful, mostly rural county where we enjoy a high quality of life. If you would like to become part of our dedicated, caring team we would like to meet you.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
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