Job summary
UCLH is designated as one of only two NHS PBT centres for the UK. The Proton Beam Therapy department predominantly treats CNS tumours, head and neck cancers and spinal/pelvic sarcomas. Paediatric and teenage and young adult patients make up a high proportion the cohort. The department has four ProBeam treatment gantries, a pre-treatment suite with a dedicated CT and MRI scanner I equipped with a surface guided radiotherapy system.
This post offers a unique opportunity to play an instrumental role in the proton beam therapy service at UCLH. The post holder will be an integral part of the oncology team providing professional clinical leadership and ensuring the safe and accurate delivery of highly complex proton beam therapy (PBT). They will effectively manage the proton service staff and their educational and professional development, play a key role in technical advancements and ensure that patients with cancer receive optimum care.
Main duties of the job
This is an autonomous role where the post holder is expected to manage their own case-load and is accountable for their own professional actions and the actions of more junior staff members. This post covers the proton service but, close liaison with the photon service is expected. They will be required to liaise with other professional groups and clinical staff to ensure that care is delivered in a seamless and multi-disciplinary environment in a timely and patient-focused manner.
The post holder will act as expert technical lead for the department and ensure that all staff are kept up to date with current treatment techniques, providing robust training in order that they have the necessary skills for the safe and accurate delivery of proton beam therapy. They will support staff to achieve their goals through regular meetings, both with the individual, and the Operational Lead for Proton Beam Therapy (PBT).
The post holder will work in direct support of the Operational Lead for Proton Beam Therapy and play a lead role in exploring and developing new ways of working to achieve the tri-fold goal of the service: improving quality of PBT treatment, improving patient care and improving staff satisfaction.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
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Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in therapeutic radiography or equivalent formal qualification
- Health Profession Council (HPC) registration as a therapy radiographer.
- Masters level experience (or equivalent) in relevant clinical subject / management studies
- Participation in audit/clinical governance.
- Management / leadership course
Desirable
- Clinical experience in planning and dosimetry.
- Knowledge of statistics.
- Evidence of previous research undertaken.
- Understanding of research governance.
Experience
Essential
- Significant postgraduate experience with specialist training and knowledge with further significant experience at Band 8a Level.
- Practical experience in planning and delivering a wide range of radiotherapy techniques.
- Leadership experience.
- Experience of implementing change
- Ability to demonstrate good understanding of current issues and challenges within the NHS
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Provide specialist clinical training and undertake presentations, both within the department and nationally in conferences and workshops.
- Plan, carry out and analyse clinical and departmental audits.
- Be confident to work autonomously within scope of knowledge and experience.
- Problem - solve and make decisions using mathematical and evaluative skills.
- Plan, prioritise and organise departmental workload.
- Be committed to self-development and continued professional development.
- Demonstrate knowledge of radiotherapy equipment QA to ensure its safe use.
- Demonstrate ability to work under pressure in an unpredictable working environment, maintaining a calm and professional attitude.
- Work confidently within the multidisciplinary team, leading on areas of expertise.
- Interpret a wide range of imaging modalities for planning and treatment optimisation.
- Manage, upgrade and report from the radiotherapy computerised record and verify system.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Adhere to current legal and professional guidelines and regulations.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
1 Grafton Way
London
WC1E 6AS
United Kingdom
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