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Job overview

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLYÌý

The post holder will work as part of a flexible team based in the Pre-Treatment area covering CT and Patient Support areas of the Radiotherapy Department. The post holder will work in a senior capacity under the direct supervision of the CT team lead and / or CT and Patient Support Specialist Radiographer providing cover for both CT scanning and Radiotherapy Support Services.

The post holder will be required to: -

Be directly responsible for patients and under their duty of care for CT service and Patient Support service.

In the absence of a CT/Patient Support lead manage all aspects of the workload, within individual scope of practice and competency framework.

Provide daily supervision and training to junior staff, students, and visitors including taking part in signing off staff/student competencies.

ÌýAdhere to all National and Local policies and procedures and be fully conversant in the IR(ME)R and IRR requirements for their clinical area and able to act as a point of reference for the department.

ÌýWill actively participate in service improvement, national and local clinical trials.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Main duties of the job

Provide support to CT lead radiographer and patient support specialist radiographer and manage all aspects of the service in the absence of both leadsÌý to ensure smooth and effective service.

ÌýWill be directly responsible, under their individual duty of care, for CT scanning, simple planning, time management and care of patients undergoing Radiotherapy Pre-Treatment procedures and patients on treatment.

Provide daily supervision, education and training to junior staff, students and visitors.

Work closely with all MDT parties to provide a thorough, efficient service encompassing all aspects of accurate Radiotherapy planning, treatment delivery and patient care.

Adhere to all National and Local policies and procedures and be fully conversant in the IR(ME)R and IRR requirements for their clinical area and able to act as a point of reference for the department.

Will actively participate in service improvement, national and local clinical trials.

Working for our organisation

We are a people businessÌý– where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.

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We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams.

It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

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