Job Description
Therapy Radiographer Band 6 – Specialist Practitioner37.5 hrs (Permanent)
Applications are invited from experienced radiographers to join our dynamic team here at Torbay Oncology Centre. You will be HCPC registered.
You will have a professional and practical attitude, working with confidence increasing your experience with advanced techniques and technologies.
Torbay has a Support and Information Radiographer, Urology Specialist Radiographer, Gynae Specialist Radiographer and Research Radiographer in post. Radiographers have also undertaken Independent prescribing.
Hours of work may be flexible, and will reflect the needs of the department. The person appointed will be required to work shift patterns to cover extended working days, machine service days in addition to bank holidays
You will be joining the team at an exciting time as the Trust has just purchased a new radiotherapy CT scanner to be installed during summer 2023.
The department has two Elekta Versa HD matched linear accelerators, Pinnacle 3D planning system, and a dedicated wide bore CT for treatment planning with 4DCT.
Torbay provides cancer services to the people of South Devon, a population of approximately 340,000 which generates some 1200 new referrals per year.
Torbay is situated on the coast of South Devon, offering easy access to local beaches, the beautiful South Hams and Dartmoor. There are also good road, rail and air links to London and the North.
For enquires or to arrange an informal visit please contact Linda Gordon, Clinical Oncology Services and Medical Physics Manager/Head of Profession for Therapeutic Radiography. 01803 655382, e-mail [email protected]
Why work with us - Torbay Hospital provides acute care for the local community and has several community hospitals, and is a hot-spot for those who are considering living by the sea or within half an hour of Dartmoor National Park and an hour to Exmoor National Park. Meanwhile, Plymouth and Exeter are also both within a short drive to enjoy the culture, maritime history and shopping experiences.
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.