Radiology Therapist - UK- job post Apollo Hospitals

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Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification
Applicants should possess one of the following qualifications from a recognised university:
Essential
BSc Radiotherapy Technology
BSc Radiotherapy
Bachelor of Radiation Therapy
Bachelor of Medical Radiotherapy Technology
Bachelor of Radiation Sciences (Therapeutic Radiography)
Desirable
MSc Radiotherapy
MSc Radiation Oncology Technology
MSc Medical Radiation Sciences
MSc Advanced Radiotherapy Practice
Equivalent qualifications may be considered following credential evaluation.

Professional Registration

Applicants should:

Hold registration with the relevant professional or statutory authority where applicable in India.
Be eligible to apply for UK registration.
Professional Experience

Applicants should have:

Minimum two years' post-qualification clinical experience.
Current employment in a recognised oncology or cancer centre.
Experience treating a broad range of tumour sites.
Mandatory Clinical Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate competence in:

External Beam Radiotherapy
Patient positioning and immobilisation
CT simulation
Treatment verification
Image-Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT)
Cone Beam CT (CBCT)
Surface Guided Radiotherapy (where available)
Linear accelerator operation
Treatment delivery
Radiation safety
Quality assurance procedures
Patient communication
Documentation
Management of treatment-related side effects
Desirable Competencies

Preference should be given to applicants with experience in:

IMRT
VMAT
SRS/SBRT
Adaptive Radiotherapy
Brachytherapy
MR-guided Radiotherapy
Treatment planning systems
Research
Clinical audit
Student supervision
English Language Requirements

HCPC Registration

Therapeutic Radiographers are regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

HCPC registration is mandatory before an individual can use the protected title "Therapeutic Radiographer" and practise in the UK.

Unlike ARTP registration for respiratory physiologists, HCPC registration includes an English language requirement. Applicants must demonstrate that they can communicate safely and effectively in English.

Evidence may include:

IELTS Academic meeting HCPC requirements.
OET meeting HCPC requirements.
Other evidence accepted by the HCPC demonstrating English language proficiency.
Candidates should satisfy HCPC English language standards before commencing independent clinical practice.

Three-Month Bridge Programme

Month 1 – NHS Orientation

NHS structure
UK radiotherapy pathways
Clinical governance
Patient safety
Infection prevention
Consent
Safeguarding
Documentation
Electronic patient records
Communication skills
Multidisciplinary working
Month 2 – Clinical Competency

Supervised clinical practice including:

CT simulation
Immobilisation techniques
Treatment setup
IGRT
CBCT review
Image matching
Treatment verification
Linac workflows
Radiotherapy quality assurance
Radiation protection
Emergency procedures
Month 3 – Consolidation

Participants will:

Deliver treatment under supervision.
Complete competency assessments.
Undertake workplace-based assessments.
Complete a professional portfolio.
Demonstrate readiness for independent NHS practice.
Professional Registration

All candidates will:

Obtain HCPC registration before practising independently.
Complete NHS local competency sign-off.
Participate in continuing professional development.
Meet all Trust governance requirements.
Governance

The programme should be delivered jointly by:

NHS Radiotherapy Centres
HCPC
UK Universities
Indian Universities
Indian Cancer Centres
Each participant should be allocated:

Clinical Supervisor
Practice Educator
Professional Mentor
Competency Assessor
Expected Benefits

NHS

Increased radiotherapy workforce capacity.
Reduced treatment delays.
Improved cancer service resilience.
Enhanced workforce sustainability.
Participants

Structured transition to UK practice.
Professional development.
Career progression within the NHS.
Access to advanced radiotherapy technologies.
India

International workforce development.
Academic partnerships.
Opportunities for collaborative education, research and exchange programmes.
Long-Term Vision

Following successful evaluation of the pilot cohort of 40 Therapeutic Radiographers, the programme could expand into a sustainable India–UK workforce partnership supporting NHS radiotherapy services while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, professional regulation and clinical governance.

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Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person