Location: On site / Lucan, Co. Dublin, Irelandjob type: Permanent / Full-timeSector and subsector: Medical & Healthcare | Allied Health ProfessionalsSalary: Negotiable salary
Job Purpose
The role is responsible for the provision of services in line with standards of Radiation Therapy Practice. As a key member of the frontline team, the Radiation Therapist will demonstrate professional and team skills and facilitate effective communication with colleagues in the hospital. The position requires an operational approach to the development of services and structures, embracing continuous quality improvement and the management of changes necessary to achieve organisational objectives.
Job Background/Context
Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic is a private hospital providing a full range of medical and surgical care across a broad spectrum of specialities. Radiation Therapy provides a range of services including External beam Radiotherapy, planning CT and Cyberknife Therapy and this role is important in making a significant contribution, developing and maintaining best practice in Radiation Therapy services.
Key Responsibilities
Demonstrate evidence based practice through decision making and apply it to complex cases
Ensure that the Radiotherapy service delivered to patients meets professional and European standards of practice
Be accountable for the treatment unit
Maintain accurate information systems for clinical data in accordance with departmental and hospital policies
Conduct on treatment assessment of patients
Assessment of pre-treatment images and approval of verification images
In depth assessment of treatment plan
Final confirmation of radiotherapy treatment with specified time frame
Display empathy and understanding even when exposed to distressing or emotionally affecting situations
Always consult senior staff when unsure of the appropriate course of action
Exhibit advanced physical skills including hand eye and sensory coordination and spatial awareness where fine detail is required and small margins for error exist
Maintain concentration at an intense level for extended periods frequently
Demonstrate clinical reasoning and knowledge in the assessment and treatment of patients
Make judgment calls involving highly complex situations and scenarios which require analysis, interpretation and comparison of data from a range of sources
Liaise with Physics team on equipment issues and report any concerns
Ensure that services are based on the latest research findings and constitute best practice.
Develop close links with other healthcare facilities relevant to the delivery and enhancement of services.
Ensure that all records are properly and accurately maintained.
Facilitate effective communication with patients, relatives, visitors and multi-disciplinary team as necessary ensuring patient confidentiality is respected and maintained at all times.
Communicate and develop effective relationships with Medical Consultants, Medical Physics personnel and other relevant hospital staff to ensure safe, efficient management of the Unit.
Identify opportunities for the development of services that will improve the care of patients.
Promote a patient centred culture of openness and responsiveness to positive and constructive patient feedback and ensuring patient dignity, respect and choice is maintained in their care.
Possess appropriate qualification in Radiation Therapy: BSc Radiation Therapy
Be registered with the Radiographers Registration Board - CORU.
Clinical Skills
Quality focus
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Benefits
An Education Support Programme
Opportunities for career progression
Access to a Pension Scheme
Subsidised Restaurant
Free staff car parking
Employee Assistance Programme
Life Assurance
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