Therapeutic Radiographer (North Middlesex Hospital)
| Posting date: | 09 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £35,763.00 to £43,466.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £35763.00 - £43466.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 February 2026 |
| Location: | Enfield, N18 1QX |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9391-26-0251 |
Summary
1. Expert Practice To develop and maintain good working relationships with all staff and departments, liaising with all members of the multidisciplinary team and other professional health care groups to ensure a quality, patient centred, seamless service. To be an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, providing the highest possible standard of care for patients. Participate in decisions regarding patient management, seeking advice and reflecting on practice where appropriate to develop the necessary skills for the role To apply decision making and problem-solving skills in all radiotherapy technical processes to resolve a range of issues in their relevant area To apply role extension where service dictates additional skills be required within areas of knowledge and capability To recognise limitations and to seek support as per departmental escalation policies To communicate, guide and encourage patients and carers through all stages of the radiotherapy process, with sensitive support for both their physical and emotional reactions. Including signposting for any Holistic Needs and psychological and/or counselling services if required. To provide advice about treatment and side effects for patients, relatives and carers, in a timely, appropriate and sensitive manner. To assess, recognise and manage radiotherapy radiation-induced toxicity and cancer-related side effects during treatment To respect the ethical, moral, cultural, religious and social values that underpins a patients identity. To generate and sustain relationships that maintains and promotes human dignity, rights and responsibilities and ensures confidentiality. To provide the above elements of patient care to those suffering with dementia as per trust policy To report any injury to patients, visitors or contractors in accordance with Trust policy, completing appropriate documentation and informing the Head of Radiotherapy. To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of the post-holders own practice, practising within the framework of current legislation, fulfilling the duty of care to the patient, public and the Profession. To comply with departmental policies for IR(ME)R 2017 compliance. To work under the supervision of senior/superintendent radiographers to review departmental protocol in their respective designated areas To comply with professional, statutory and Trust policies and procedures (e.g. Code of Professional Conduct, SoR Guidelines on Professional Practice and CPD, Health and Safety at Work Act etc.) To undertake other duties that may occasionally be required as per service needs 2. Professional Leadership, Education & Training To demonstrate and encourage the management of personal and professional development, maintaining and improving skills and knowledge. through appraisal, and a portfolio of sustained and effective life-long learning. To provide support, advice and education for the radiotherapy team using advanced communication and influencing skills. To promote the Profession, demonstrate equipment, and contribute to the education of visitors, students, other health care professionals, patients and the wider community. To participate in the clinical teaching and support of students, radiographers and to act as Student Assessors, regarding the undergraduate degree in Radiotherapy. To participate in the induction of new members of staff, actively engaging with their initial training and providing a point of contact for queries, feedback, and wellbeing support. To assist in the assessment of clinical competency for junior radiographers and new members of staff. To participate in presentations when appropriate, promoting knowledge and awareness of radiotherapy, developing the service as one team. Provide educational sessions within the Trust and externally. 3. Practice & Service Development To participate in the departments on-going clinical & quality audit programme and appropriate work-related research and developmental projects. To disseminate research and best practice findings in the form of publications, presentations and posters to a national and international audience To participate in the compilation of accurate local statistics for audit purposes on machine activity. To remain appraised of the evidence, base in the practice of the specialism through relevant reading on current research projects, trends and developments.