Band 6 Senior Therapy Radiographer

Applications are invited from experienced, enthusiastic and motivated HCPC registered therapeutic radiographers to join the friendly and passionate team at Band 6 level at the North Wales Cancer Treatment Centre. The department is equipped with four Varian Linear Accelerators, a Gulmay Orthovoltage unit, a Canon CT planning scanner, the ProSoma, Eclipse TPS and Surface Guided Radiotherapy. A programme of Linac replacement is underway.

As a Band 6 radiographer, you will rotate through treatment and pre‑treatment areas and be fully supported via our mentorship and training programme. You must have excellent communication and organisational skills, enjoy working as part of a busy team, have an adaptable approach and the ability to multi‑task. You should be able to work flexibly within the hours of 08:00–18:30 to cover the operational needs of the service and to participate in the on‑call rota.

Interested candidates are welcome to contact the department for an informal discussion regarding the post’s requirements.

Main duties of the job

• Contribute, as a senior radiographer, to a patient‑focussed radiotherapy service of the highest quality.
• Under the management of the Principal/ Superintendent Radiographer, Band 7 radiographers/advanced practitioners, be the point of reference for a designated area of specific responsibility within the radiotherapy department.
• Perform high‑quality radiotherapy treatments ensuring efficient delivery of workflow and compliance with statutory regulations relating to ionising radiation, BCUHB, Cancer Division and Radiotherapy and Medical Physics Department policies and procedures.
• Undertake delegated line‑management responsibilities of other staff members, including personal development and individual performance reviews.
• Work autonomously as a state‑registered radiographer, meeting and maintaining the standards for training, professional skills, behaviour and health as developed and agreed by the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC).

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is the largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000 across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Degree or DCR in Radiotherapy and Oncology
• Full State registration (HCPC)

Desirable criteria

• Relevant postgraduate qualification or relevant experience e.g. Masters study or commitment to undertake further academic qualifications in a related topic
• Management training

Aptitude and abilities – Essential criteria

• Ability to use a wide range of modern equipment in a variety of clinical areas
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Good organisational skills including prioritisation and delegation

Aptitude and abilities – Desirable criteria

• Welsh speaker or willingness to learn

Experience – Essential criteria

• Wide range of modern treatment techniques and modalities

Experience – Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of research methodology
• Undergraduate student training/assessment
• Experience of working in the NHS

Personal qualities – Essential criteria

• Team player and enthusiastic
• Remain calm and focused in stressful and unpredictable situations