Specialist Lead Radiographer (Radiotherapy Late Effects) Exeter

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Therapeutic Radiographer with a keen interest in patient review, support and survivorship to lead the development and implementation of a new Radiotherapy Late Effects Service in Exeter. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced radiographer to build and shape a new specialist service, working with patients, colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team to develop a responsive, evidence-based and sustainable model of care. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence the scope and development of the service, establish pathways of care and contribute to improving the experience and outcomes of patients living with the longer-term effects of radiotherapy.

As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

The post holder will demonstrate highly developed clinical expertise and leadership skills, working autonomously across all four pillars of advanced clinical practice. They will work closely with the wider oncology multidisciplinary team and other clinical specialisms to provide holistic, compassionate and person-centred care. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about service development, innovation and improving patient care, with the clinical confidence and leadership skills to work independently while building effective relationships across professional and organisational boundaries. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing the service, evaluating its impact and identifying opportunities for its continued growth.

Main Duties:

• Use expert clinical skills and knowledge to establish and lead a service supporting radiotherapy patients experiencing late side-effects from their treatment.
• Establish effective referral pathways into the service, recognising that patient referrals may be instigated by primary and secondary care professionals.
• Take responsibility for the clinical management and long‑term review of a patient caseload, using clinical expertise to enable autonomous decisions on an individual patient basis.
• Liaise closely with regional late effects MDT colleagues for the purpose of shared learning and, where considered appropriate, onwards referral to a colleague with a particular site‑specialism.
• Actively participate in the development of local standards of care and best practice guidance related to the delivery of a radiotherapy late effects service.
• Work closely with the service leads to ensure that service improvements are identified, planned, and delivered in line with local and national strategic developments and targets.
• Use auditing skills to evaluate clinical practice in relation to its evidence base and clinical effectiveness and lead in the implementation of the findings/recommendations to ensure continual quality improvement.
• Lead in the education and training of other healthcare professionals in relation to all aspects of the management of radiotherapy late effects and the role of the late effects service in the patient pathway.

The Oncology Centre is a light, clean and modern space located on the ground floor level of the Royal Devon site in Exeter. The centre benefits from a charity‑run shop providing refreshments to patients and colleagues. Plus, there’s an on‑site restaurant, cafes, a take‑away service and a Boots. The friendly and supportive Therapeutic Radiographer team is over 40 people strong, and is focused on delivering exceptional patient focused care and treatment. On average 100 patients are treated and supported by the department on a daily basis.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Interview Date: To Be Confirmed.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

Benefits include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications, flexible working schemes, 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), access to comprehensive occupational health services, staff discounts, and the NHS Pension scheme.