- The Radiographer will be expected to provide clinical practice relevant to all areas within the scope of the role. They will be expected to maintain a level of clinical and administrative competence whilst acting within the standards of proficiency expected of the position.
- They will work to: Maintain clinical workloads by treating patients and carrying out tasks using processes outlined within the Quality SystemProvide information to other professionals, the wider multidisciplinary team, patients and their families/carers where asked, and if the request is within their scope of knowledge.Acknowledge limitations on skills and knowledge and seek advice/signpost where appropriateWork with the team to maintain and improve the service for all users- including participation in auditsParticipate in the training and development of the student cohort, and proactively enhance patient experience.Communicate effectively within their teams and the department to ensure we continue to operate as one team
- Clinical Practice
- To be an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, providing the highest possible standard of care for patients
- Provide the information necessary in order that decisions can be made regarding patient management; seeking advice and reflecting on practice where appropriate to develop the necessary skills for the role
- To recognise limitations and to seek support as per departmental escalation policies
- To communicate, guide and encourage patients and carers through all stages of the radiotherapy process, with sensitive support for both their physical and emotional reactions. Including signposting for any Holistic Needs and psychological and/or counselling services if required.
- To provide advice about treatment and side effects for patients, relatives and carers, in a timely, appropriate and sensitive manner
- To assess, recognise and manage radiotherapy radiation-induced toxicity and cancer-related side effects during treatment
- To respect the ethical, moral, cultural, religious and social values that underpins a patient's identity.
- To generate and sustain relationships that maintains and promotes human dignity, rights and responsibilities and ensures confidentiality.
- To provide the above elements of patient care to those suffering with dementia as per trust policy
- To report any injury to patients, visitors or contractors in accordance with Trust policy, completing appropriate documentation and informing the Head of Radiotherapy.
- To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of the post-holders own practice, practising within the framework of current legislation, fulfilling the duty of care to the patient, public and the Profession.
- To comply with departmental policies for IR(ME)R 2017 compliance.
- To work under the supervision of senior/superintendent radiographers to review departmental protocol in their respective designated areas
- To comply with professional, statutory and Trust policies and procedures (e.g. Code of Professional Conduct, SoR Guidelines on Professional Practice and CPD, Health and Safety at Work Act etc.)
- To undertake other duties that may occasionally be required as per service needs
- To demonstrate management of personal and professional development, maintaining and improving skills and knowledge through appraisal, and a portfolio of sustained and effective life-long learning.
- To participate in the clinical teaching and support of students, and to act as Student mentors, with regard to the under graduate degree in Radiotherapy
- To provide support, advice and education for the student cohort using effective communication skills
- To promote the Profession, demonstrate equipment, and contribute to the education of visitors, students, other health care professionals, patients and the wider community.
- To participate in presentations when appropriate, promoting knowledge and awareness of radiotherapy, developing the service as one team.
- Practice & Service Development
- To participate in the department's on-going clinical & quality audit programme and appropriate work related developmental projects.
- To remain appraised of the evidence base in the practice of the specialism through relevant reading on current research projects, trends and developments.
- HCPC registration as a Therapy Radiographer
- DCR(T) or BSc (hons) in Therapy Radiography
- Applicable MSc modules
- Radiotherapy Training courses
- Able to concentrate and keep focused with interruptions from other staff, patients and relatives
- Practical experience delivering radiotherapy
- Demonstrate problem solving and decision making skills
- Strong organisational ability with good time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks
- Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills
- Demonstrate understanding of the principles of radiotherapy treatment planning and delivery
- Flexible approach to work to meet the exigencies of the service i.e. hours/shifts/on call rota. Able to work nonstandard hours between 07:15 and 20:00
- To be an effective communicator using both written and spoken English; including being able to manage sensitive information and to deal with anxious and demanding individuals using diplomacy and persuasion
- Knowledge and ability to ensure compliance with quality system
- Understands the risks associated with radiation and patient treatments / imaging
- Undertaken presentations
- Writing Standard Operating Procedures
- Undertaking risk assessments
- Experience in radiotherapy planning & imaging techniques. Able to analyse images
- Significant clinical experience
- Time management skill
- Knowledge of current professional issues
- Highly self-motivated
- Having assured demeanour with appropriate confidence in own abilities, being able to seek support as necessary
- Good IT skills
- Demonstrable ability to meet Trust values
- Demonstrate ability to cope with moving and handling of patients and equipment
- Generally good eyesight adjusted to work in artificial lighting conditions and with VDU
- Good spatial and hand eye coordination as required to manoeuvre machinery, patient and equipment avoiding collision and resulting in proper alignment
- Complies with HCPC Professional Code of Conduct
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Band 5 Therapeutic Radiographer - London, United Kingdom - North Middlesex University Hospital
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Job overview
We are searching for an enthusiastic, dynamic competent band 5 radiographer to join our welcoming Radiotherapy team.
The radiographer will be expected to provide clinical practice relevant to all areas within the scope of the role.
They will be expected to maintain a level of clinical and administrative competence whilst acting within the standards of proficiency expected of the position.
Main duties of the job
Working for our organisation
We are situated in Edmonton, North London with a multi-cultural community, the area provides a wide range of facilities and is close to the heart of London. Central London is easily accessible, with Liverpool Street and Kings Cross approximately 30 minutes away by public transport.
We want to attract the best and brightest people to work at NMUH and that means looking after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us.
Our staff are our most valuable asset and we believe that investing in colleagues is crucial if we want to enable everyone to reach their full potential.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To develop and maintain good working relationships with all staff and departments, liaising with all members of the multidisciplinary team and other professional health care groups to ensure a quality, patient centred, seamless service.
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We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
You will only be contacted by the Recruitment Team via email if you are shortlisted for this post. Please ensure therefore that you check your e-mail account regularly.
Please note in order to progress your application, your data will be processed by our 3rd party recruitment providers – North London Partners Shared Service, (NLPSS) who conduct recruitment activities on behalf of NMUH.
If you are offered a role with one of the NLPSS partner trusts, as part of pre-employment checks your identity and right to work documentation will be verified remotely (in most circumstances), using a certified identity verification service provider TrustID. You will be asked to capture an image of the relevant documents as well as a "selfie" using your smartphone/tablet (if available) for facial matching. TrustID will also perform a digital address check using Trunarrative and Equifax, which is a soft check and does not leave a footprint on your credit rating. For more information, visit
NMUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of NMUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
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By applying for this role, you accept in the event you are successful that your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which is aimed at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Therefore we want you to complete your e-learning modules prior to joining our organisation.
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