Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer inWorcester inWorcester PUBLISHED MON 25 NOV 2024

We are very excited to announce that we are offering a level 6 Apprenticeship in Therapeutic Radiography. Once qualified as a therapeutic radiographer you will be part of a multidisciplinary team treating patients with cancer using radiation.

The apprenticeship will start in March 2025 and will run over 3 years comprising of: -

On the job training based within the radiotherapy department housed in the Oncology Centre at Worcestershire Royal Hospital

Off the job training - following an integrated timetable with Sheffield Hallam University.

Completion of a BSc (Hons) degree in Therapeutic Radiography, approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

The post is full time - 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday (this includes study time).

Applicants must be able to evidence Maths and English GCSE grade C/4 or above or functional skills for both at level 2 and evidence of study at level 3 or above, plus other academic entry requirements as detailed in the personal specification at the time of application.

Successful applicants will need to be interviewed by Sheffield Hallam University.

We encourage anyone interested in applying to arrange a pre-interview site visit to ensure that this is the right career choice for you.

The apprentice will be based as an employee within Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS trust as an apprentice radiographer under the Therapeutic Radiographer Apprenticeship Programme, committing themselves to train as a radiographer meeting the clinical and academic requirements of the course.

The apprentice will develop and maintain knowledge, skills and competencies related to the role within the service and through completion of the degree apprenticeship programme which includes working in a variety of clinical placements and delivery of person centred care.

The apprentice will work towards attainment of a Level 6 BSC (Hons) degree qualification through a Level 6 apprenticeship.

The apprentice will work alongside the multidisciplinary team within the radiotherapy department whilst they train to be a therapeutic radiographer under the direct supervision of a registered practitioner. The post holder will be required to work shifts as required by the department (from 07:15 until 20:00).

The successful applicant must be prepared to undertake any formal or informal study and training required to fulfil the needs of the post. There will be a minimum of 20% protected study time (equivalent to 1 day per week).

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship the post holder will gain a BSc (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography and will be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Therapeutic Radiographer.

About us

Key Duties:

General / Clinical:

Assist in the daily workload of the department, liaising with portering service, administration staff and other members of the MDT to facilitate the co-ordination of patient appointments.

To identify the patient as per trust policy

Under the supervision of a registered practitioner operate radiotherapy equipment in both the treatment areas as well as in the pre-treatment area.

Under the supervision of a registered practitioner carry out machine QA.

Under the supervision of a registered practitioner follow departmental procedure for equipment shutdown.

Move patients and heavy equipment using safe and approved techniques and aids, updating Manual Handling training annually in line with Trust policy.

To ensure professional appearance and a high standard of hygiene is maintained at all times in compliance with the trusts uniform policy.

Take a flexible approach in supporting colleagues during times of workload pressure

To act within professional and legal frameworks taking responsibility and accountability for all aspects of ones own work.

To be an active member of the teams learning process such as in service training, staff meetings, training sessions, insight visits, shadowing, external courses and reflective practice. To share skills learnt from other clinical areas or academic study with the team.

To respond positively to organisational change and be flexible with work practices depending on need.

Patient care:

Under the supervision of a registered practitioner assess patients medical condition monitor their progress during treatment and any significant changes are reported to your supervising radiographer.

Under the supervision of a registered practitioner provide written and verbal information to patients and carers on all aspects of Radiotherapy treatment and its associated side effects ensuring that explanations are appropriate to the patients comprehension and level of understanding.

Under the supervision of a registered practitioner educate, motivate and reassure patients to ensure consent to and compliance with treatment regimens which may be arduous and poorly tolerated, assessing the patients physical and emotional state on a daily basis to ensure fitness for treatment.

Education

The post holder will make a commitment to study both at work and at home during the duration of the apprenticeship course

Maintain a learning journal of the 20% off-the-job learning required to meet the apprenticeship standard.

Attendance of the Universities teaching session are mandatory (either e-learning, virtual tutorials or on site tutorials), annual leave is to be taken outside of the universities teaching sessions.

To be prepared to undertake any formal or informal training required to fulfil the needs of the post. This includes self-study.

Take responsibility for the quality of your own work and keep your manager informed of how the work is progressing, addressing any queries or concerns in a timely manner

Submit all apprenticeship assessment work on time in line with the requirements of the training provider

With your managers support identify additional areas of development or training required to meet the role.

To participate in the Trusts appraisal process and consider personal and professional development plan.

To take personal responsibility for ensuring own mandatory/statutory training is kept up to date and to use the ESR to record all mandatory training.

To develop and consolidate personal knowledge and skills through the forming of a CPD portfolio.

Clinical Governance:

Work within the standards and requirements of Quality Management System and contribute to the development, implementation and audit of radiotherapy quality procedures and work instructions

Report all incidents to supervising radiographer and report using Datix in a timely manner

To work within the framework of add trust name policies and procedures.

Communication

Ensure that any records relating to the planning, treatment and care of patient are accurately recorded and maintained as per departmental / trust policy

Seek appropriate support and guidance regarding any concerns related to the accuracy of a treatment.

Report any malfunctions / breakdown of equipment to the appropriately.

Under supervision communicate and receive sensitive information, maintaining patient confidentiality at all times

To develop a high standard of care be developing excellent communication skills