Therapeutic Radiographer Team Leader, CT and Pre-treatment
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust · Radiographer · viaNHS Jobs
£49,387–£56,515 a year
- Closing date
- 22 Nov 2026
- Posted
- 2d ago
- Specialism
- Radiographer
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Reference
- nhs-5721338
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Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated CT & Pre-Treatment Team Leader Therapeutic Radiographer to provide clinical and operational leadership within our radiotherapy pre-treatment service. Working as part of the radiotherapy leadership team, you will lead CT simulation and pre-treatment pathways, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care. You will support staff development, drive service improvements and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver high-quality radiotherapy services.
The successful candidate will be an experienced therapeutic radiographer with strong expertise in CT simulation and pre-treatment processes, excellent leadership skills and a commitment to outstanding patient care. You will be confident managing clinical workflows, supporting staff, promoting quality and safety, and working closely with oncologists, dosimetrists and the wider multidisciplinary team.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive and supportive radiotherapy department. You will have the opportunity to influence service delivery, lead improvement projects, support the development of future radiotherapy professionals and contribute to the implementation of advanced technologies and treatment techniques.
Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.
Main duties of the job
- Provide clinical and operational leadership within the CT simulation and radiotherapy pre-treatment service, supporting the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care.
- Manage the day-to-day coordination of pre-treatment activities, ensuring efficient workflow, service performance and timely patient access to treatment.
- Support, supervise and develop radiographers, students and apprentices, fostering a positive learning culture and high standards of professional practice.
- Act as an expert practitioner in CT simulation and pre-treatment techniques, contributing to the delivery of advanced radiotherapy pathways and technologies.
- Lead and participate in quality improvement, audit and service development initiatives to enhance patient experience and clinical outcomes.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure seamless delivery of the radiotherapy pathway.
- Promote compliance with departmental, professional and regulatory standards, supporting a culture of safety, quality and continuous improvement
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Details
Date posted
11 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
218-AHP-B7-8424885
Job locations
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Lead CT & Pre-Treatment Radiographer will provide clinical, technical and operational leadership within the radiotherapy pre-treatment service. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading CT simulation and pre-treatment activities, ensuring the safe, accurate and efficient delivery of patient pathways.
- Providing expert clinical guidance in CT planning, image verification, advanced techniques including 4DCT and DIBH, and radiotherapy localisation procedures.
- Undertaking and supporting IV cannulation and contrast administration in accordance with departmental protocols.
- Supervising pre-treatment processes, treatment preparation and quality assurance to ensure compliance with departmental, professional and regulatory standards.
- Supporting the implementation of new technologies, techniques and service improvement initiatives.
- Delivering high-quality patient-centred care, providing information, support and reassurance throughout the radiotherapy pathway.
- Managing and developing radiographers, assistant practitioners, apprentices and students through supervision, training and performance management.
- Coordinating daily workload and staffing within CT and pre-treatment services to ensure safe and effective service delivery.
- Contributing to audit, research, governance, quality improvement and risk management activities.
- Working collaboratively with oncologists, physicists, dosimetrists and the wider multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and service performance.
- Supporting departmental recruitment, workforce development and continuous professional development initiatives.
- Participating in out-of-hours, on-call or bank holiday working where required to meet service needs
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.
Secondment will be considered for internal candidates If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.
Job responsibilities
The Lead CT & Pre-Treatment Radiographer will provide clinical, technical and operational leadership within the radiotherapy pre-treatment service. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading CT simulation and pre-treatment activities, ensuring the safe, accurate and efficient delivery of patient pathways.
- Providing expert clinical guidance in CT planning, image verification, advanced techniques including 4DCT and DIBH, and radiotherapy localisation procedures.
- Undertaking and supporting IV cannulation and contrast administration in accordance with departmental protocols.
- Supervising pre-treatment processes, treatment preparation and quality assurance to ensure compliance with departmental, professional and regulatory standards.
- Supporting the implementation of new technologies, techniques and service improvement initiatives.
- Delivering high-quality patient-centred care, providing information, support and reassurance throughout the radiotherapy pathway.
- Managing and developing radiographers, assistant practitioners, apprentices and students through supervision, training and performance management.
- Coordinating daily workload and staffing within CT and pre-treatment services to ensure safe and effective service delivery.
- Contributing to audit, research, governance, quality improvement and risk management activities.
- Working collaboratively with oncologists, physicists, dosimetrists and the wider multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and service performance.
- Supporting departmental recruitment, workforce development and continuous professional development initiatives.
- Participating in out-of-hours, on-call or bank holiday working where required to meet service needs
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.
Secondment will be considered for internal candidates If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.
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