Basic Grade Radiation Therapist

About the role

The Hermitage Clinic are seeking a Basic Grade Radiation Therapist to join our team. The Basic Grade Radiation Therapist is responsible for the provision of services in line with standards of Radiation Therapy Practice. As a key member of the frontline team, the Radiation Therapist will demonstrate professional and team skills and facilitate effective communication with colleagues in the hospital. The position requires an operational approach to the development of services and structures, embracing continuous quality improvement and the management of changes necessary to achieve organisational objectives.

Operations

• Demonstrate evidence based practice through decision making and apply it to complex cases
• Ensure that the Radiotherapy service delivered to patients meets professional and European standards of practice
• Be accountable for the treatment unit
• Maintain accurate information systems for clinical data in accordance with departmental and hospital policies
• Conduct on treatment assessment of patients
• Assessment of pre-treatment images and approval of verification images
• In depth assessment of treatment plan
• Final confirmation of radiotherapy treatment with specified time frame
• Display empathy and understanding even when exposed to distressing or emotionally affecting situations
• Always consult senior staff when unsure of the appropriate course of action
• Exhibit advanced physical skills including hand eye and sensory coordination and spatial awareness where fine detail is required and small margins for error exist
• Maintain concentration at an intense level for extended periods frequently
• Demonstrate clinical reasoning and knowledge in the assessment and treatment of patients
• Make judgment calls involving highly complex situations and scenarios which require analysis, interpretation and comparison of data from a range of sources
• Liaise with Physics team on equipment issues and report any concerns
• Ensure that services are based on the latest research findings and constitute best practice.
• Develop close links with other healthcare facilities relevant to the delivery and enhancement of services.
• Ensure that all records are properly and accurately maintained.
• Facilitate effective communication with patients, relatives, visitors and multi-disciplinary team as necessary ensuring patient confidentiality is respected and maintained at all times.
• Communicate and develop effective relationships with Medical Consultants, Clinical Nurse Managers and other relevant hospital staff to ensure safe, efficient management of the Unit/Ward.
• Identify opportunities for the development of services that will improve the care of patients.
• Promote a patient centred culture of openness and responsiveness to positive and constructive patient feedback and ensuring patient dignity, respect and choice is maintained in their care.

Essential Requirements

• Hold an appropriate qualification in Radiation Therapy: BSc Radiation Therapy
• Be registered with the Radiographers Registration Board – CORU

Why work at the Hermitage Clinic

The Hermitage Clinic are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the Hermitage Clinic team you can benefit from: 

• Competitive salary
• An Education Support Programme
• Development opportunities
• Opportunities for career progression
• Access to a Pension Scheme
• Subsidised Restaurant
• Free staff car parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance

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