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MR Linac Therapeutic Radiographer | The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 12 June 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £49,178 - £55,492 per annum incl. HCAS |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 July 2024 |
| Location: | Sutton, SM2 5PT |
| Company: | The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 6364087/282-SB1245939 |
Summary
This exciting post, will provide a unique opportunity for a Therapeutic Radiographer to be at the forefront of the of MRI-guided radiotherapy technology in the UK.
We have a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) Linac, funded by the Medical Research Council, installed at The Royal Marsden in Sutton as part of an international Elekta Unity consortium. As consortium members, The Royal Marsden and The Institute of Cancer Research were among the world’s first to offer this pioneering form of radiotherapy to patients.
The post holder will be a theraputic radiographer expert within the multi-disciplinary team for the clinical delivery MRI-guided Radiotherapy. This will require the post holder to acquire theoretical and practical knowledge of MRI so that they are able to support MR-Linac service delivery and development. The post holder will be expected to develop a portfolio of clinical MR experience including MR safety. The post holder will contribute to the research carried out by the MR Linac multidisciplinary team.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is an experienced, dynamic therapeutic radiographer with excellent communication skills and expert technical ability and knowledge. For further information about this post please contact: MR Linac Operational Superintendent Radiographer Trina Herbert trina.herbert@rmh.nhs.uk
• To carry out in a responsible and efficient way, the radiotherapy and imaging processes required for the development of the MR Linac (MRL) programme and support of routine service delivery. The areas of practice will be the MRL, treatment delivery and pre-treatment.
• There will be a requirement to attain competence in MRI. The post will require the post holder to acquire theoretical and practical knowledge of MRI, and an understanding of MRI protocols and MR safety procedures that will ensure compliance of the radiotherapy department with national MRI safety regulations.
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
• To act as a clinical practitioner role model for all therapeutic radiographers.
• As clinical lead at the work base to be responsible for evidence based decision making within prescribed limits.
• Be competent to analyse and approve images following designated training and adhering to protocols.
• Responsible for the accurate preparation, planning and delivery of treatment by self and by all members of the immediate team.
This advert closes on Wednesday 26 Jun 2024
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