Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer

About the role

Ready to kickstart an amazing career in healthcare? ✨ University Hospitals Dorset (UHD) is on the hunt for passionate, driven individuals to join our Therapeutic Radiographer team as apprentices! This isn't just any job; it's a 3-year program where you'll earn a BSc degree in Therapeutic Radiography. 👩‍🎓👨‍🎓

We're looking for caring, motivated, organized, and self-sufficient people to become part of our friendly and dedicated team at the UHDRadiotherapy Service. Located at Poole Hospital with a satellite center at Dorset County Hospital, we're the only radiotherapy service in Dorset, using cutting-edge technology to care for our patients. 🚀

As an apprentice, you'll have dedicated study time (7.5 hours per week!) and hands-on experience, blending academic learning with practical, on-the-job training. When you're not learning, you'll be supporting our service and patients, tackling a mix of clinical and administrative tasks. 🤝

This role is based at Poole Hospital but will require you to work at our satellite center in Dorchester. 🏥

If you're eager to make a real difference in people's lives and ready for a unique challenge, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Click here to learn more about the incredible world of Radiotherapy: https://youtu.be/pDBH2OYHvMc

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of patient-centered care for patients of the Dorset Cancer Centre.
• Work within the Radiotherapy department as part of the Radiotherapy Radiographer Apprenticeship programme.
• Learn and work under the supervision of a Registered Practitioner.
• Participate in all departmental shifts.
• Attend mandatory training and updates.
• Collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.

Your Schedule:

• Four days (30 hours) per week will be spent gaining invaluable workplace experience.
• One day (7.5 hours) will be dedicated, protected study time, either locally or at our associated Higher Education Institution (HEI). Attendance at the HEI is essential!

Important Notes:

• We are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.
• This post may close early due to high application numbers, so don't delay – apply promptly!
• We strongly recommend booking a visit to the department if you are selected for an interview.

Ready to begin your journey as a Therapeutic Radiographer? Apply now! 💪

Key responsibilities

• Undertake dedicated on-the-job learning and academic study.
• Support the delivery of service and care for patients, including clinical and administrative duties.
• Participate in all departmental shifts.
• Attend mandatory training and updates according to Trust policy.
• Work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Entry requirements

Essential qualifications (Essential appropriate qualifications and GCSE in Maths and English min c/4 or equivalent)

Skills