Senior Therapeutic Radiographer-Supporting Isotopes and Brachytherapy

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Job overview

The post will require the applicant to co-ordinate and support the isotope and brachytherapy practice in Radiotherapy at UCLH. Both practices are large and innovative with an expanding paediatric and adult workload. Some research and data inputting may be required.

The Brachytherapy workload is very varied including paediatrics, urology, gynaecology, skin and bronchus work. The post-holder will look after the day to day running of the brachytherapy department. This will include taking responsibility for the training of junior staff rotating through the department. Clinically it will be necessary to carry out vaginal vault insertions (necessitating a Masters Qualification), and to train others (radiographers and doctors) in this field, as well as co-ordinating theatre sessions and to be accountable for the maintenance and QA of equipment.

Radioisotope therapy is offered together with the nuclear medicine department and includes, in addition to radioiodine and MIBG, therapies targeted to bone, octreotide receptors and lymphoma. Ten protected rooms are provided in the building, 4 of which are in regular clinical use.

UCLH is seeking a committed individual with the energy and focus to continue building on the existing service of excellence and ability to lead in their area of expertise.

Main duties of the job

The candidate will be recognised as a practitioner in their specific field, setting an example to junior staff and being available to advise colleagues in other areas. They will deputise for the management where necessary to address day to day operational issues.

They will utilise their interpersonal skills to inspire, motivate and collaborate with all members of the multidisciplinary team to facilitate improvements in service. They will work within the quality system, question and propose changes to procedures when necessary, to maintain the validity and appropriateness of the system with new and changing practices.

In partnership with patients and other professionals make sound, ethically-based decisions in the interest of patients.

They will regularly liaise with all members of the multidisciplinary team,
including clinicians, engineers, nurses, physics colleagues, students and other allied health professionals, to maintain a positive working relationship across all professional boundaries.

Working for our organisation

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)

• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery

• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals

• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building

• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine

• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre

• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases

• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

UCLH top trust to work at in England - for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England - for the second year in a row.

UCLH top trust to work at in England - for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.

This vacancy has been advertised in accordance with the new NHS pay rate which will take effect from autumn 2024. Please note if your employment starts before the 24/25 pay scales are implemented you will be paid under the 23/24 pay scales and any backpay will be adjusted accordingly. Further information can be found at https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/pay-scales-202425

Person specification

Knowledge & Qualifications

Essential criteria

• BSc in therapeutic radiography or equivalent formal qualification.
• Health Profession Council (HPC) registration as a therapy or nuclear medicine radiographer.

Desirable criteria

• Clinical experience in brachytherapy and or Molecular Targeted Radiotherapy

Experience

Essential criteria

• Relevant post registration experience in same specialty
• Practical experience in planning and delivering a wide range of radiotherapy techniques.

Communication

Essential criteria

• Provide information and support about cancer, and communicate highly distressing, sensitive information to patients and relatives/carers.

Skills & Abilities

Essential criteria

• Provide specialist clinical training and undertake presentations, both within the dept and nationally in conferences and workshops.
• Plan, carry out and analyse clinical and departmental audits.
• Plan, prioritise and organise own and section workload.
• Work flexibly in a variety of situations and participate in shift work as required.

At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.

At UCLH we take equality of opportunity seriously and are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, with a culture that creates a real sense of belonging and trust. It is our fundamental aim, to recruit, retain and promote a diverse mix of people who are representative of our local communities. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to support our world class research, innovation and creativity.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff and has a dedicated policy which allows staff to apply for flexible working right from the beginning of employment. For more information please go to: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/work-with-us/why-choose-uclh/flexible-working.

We offer our permanent staff an interest free season ticket loan for travel, all our staff have access to free independent and confidential support, large retail discounts, a staff discount platform, cycle to work scheme and on-site accommodation to name a few.

Additionally, UCLH Arts and Heritage's staff wellbeing programme, Creative Comfort, offers a variety of ways to engage with the arts as a member of UCLH staff. You can try out the weekly choir, weekly art club and join the Culture Club for exclusive access to free and discounted tickets for opera, exhibitions, theatre and more.

We recognise, reward and thank colleagues by nominating them for our annual Celebrating Excellence Awards, which are funded by UCLH Charity.

We are also members of www.mytrustbenefits.co.uk/ which offers discounts on high street retail stores, offers on travel deals, and also to take advantage of cash back schemes.

This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.

Please note that all correspondence regarding your application will be via email. The emails will be sent to you via TRAC.jobs and not via NHS Jobs, we encourage you to check your inbox regularly.

Please note that if you are at present in a training position on the 2016 new junior doctor's contract and are applying for a Trust doctor role your salary will not be pay protected.

You will be placed on the appropriate point of the Trust Doctor pay scale based on your previous experience.

Please note that if you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date of the advert to assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

The Trust uses electronic new starter forms on Trac to collect personal details. Information collected is securely stored and used to set up the employee record on the ESR HR system.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• Job Description (PDF, 536.3KB)
• Functional Requirements (PDF, 262.3KB)
• UCLH Values (PDF, 860.9KB)