Ruvarashe Fungwe
Thorne,United Kingdom
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in advanced radiotherapy and patient assessment, demonstrating strong team leadership and proficiency in image processing and treatment planning. Skilled in surface guided radiotherapy and specialised brachytherapy techniques, including vaginal, intrauterine, and interstitial methods. Committed to enhancing patient care through innovative treatment solutions and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Therapeutic Radiographer
NHS
Castle Hill Hospital
2026.03 - 2026.06
- Maintain knowledge and treatment skills of advanced radiotherapy techniques and technology such as Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy, SABR and Surface Guided Radiotherapy.
- Lead, co-ordinate, supervise and manage teams of staff operating our treatment machine, making assessments and key decisions in regard to workload management, patient care and treatment.
- Confirm all work and actions comply with local rules and current UK ionising Radiation Regulations and procedures.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to rotational students in developing their foundational and practical knowledge in becoming a radiographer.
- Participated in assimilating new ideas and techniques such as Surface Guided Radiotherapy into our department and taking lead in providing sessions to 50 radiographers on operational processes of using this technique.
- Use highly complex and advanced treatments such as DIBH, 4D Gated and 4CBCT breathing techniques, daily online imaging and Plan of The Day bladder patients to ensure reproducibility is achieved and in accordance with quality systems.
- Brachytherapy treatments and daily dose checks prior to treatment.
- Daily communication with patients in regard to physical, mental and emotional side effects during treatment in order to provide individualistic management tools and coping mechanisms.
- Acting as SGRT super user and have attended specialist training abroad to gather better understandings of new treatment techniques prior to integration into the department.
- Spearhead care coordination for over 25 gynaecological cancer patients monthly, optimizing referral pathways and support resources for improved treatment outcomes.
- Analyse and evaluate all data and information relevant to patients diagnosis, ensuring the patient and their relatives/carers are treated with dignity and respect at all times.
- Streamlined workflow by efficient organisation of daily schedules and tasks.
Therapeutic Radiographer
NHS
Castle Hill Hospital
2023.09 - 2026.03
Student Therapeutic Radiographer
Cancer Centre Bahamas
2021.09
- I had the opportunity to travel to The Cancer Centre in Bahamas for a short term placement to expand my experience working in a radiotherapy centre on an international level.
- I watched and participated in the experience of planning multiple prostate patients and gathered information from the oncologist on their thought process when examining and prescribing treatment.
- Partook in the creation of treatment cutouts and gained foundational information on the differences socioeconomic levels and what form of treatment can be provided depending on this.
- Managed to experience the day to day schedule within the department such as multidisciplinary meetings, treatment planning to understand workload management can differ depending on the needs of the patients and the resources available.
Education
BSc - Radiotherapy and Oncology
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield 09/2019 - 05/2023
A - Levels -
Trinity Academy
Doncaster Skills
- Advanced Radiotherapy
- Patient Assessment
- Team leadership
- Image processing
- Treatment planning
- Surface Guided Radiotherapy super user
- Vaginal, Intrauterine and Interstital Brachytherapy
REFERENCES
Names and addresses of references available upon request.
Supporting Information
I have been working as a therapeutic radiographer for over 2 years and have gained a plethora of knowledge from my current department as it includes 6 Varian machines, two of which are Halcyon, all using SGRT as part of treatment setup as well as 2 CT Siemens scanners. I am a highly motivated, responsible and competent member of the team as I am able to co-ordinate and delegate workload with my team to ensure a smooth and operational working day. My passionate and ardent nature alongside my approachable personality has allowed me to provide multidimensional care to those who need it. Only after being qualified for about a year, I had been given the honour of being chosen as a super user to bring Surface Guided Radiotherapy into the department and been invited to go to Poland in October 2024 to understand the foundation of SGRT and how it is implemented into every day use within radiotherapy treatments. With new adaptations such as this, it has aided in my growth, confidence and knowledge as a lead radiographer and has taught me the benefits and importance of new, up to date research in providing the best care possible for patients. I am very keen to continue to challenge myself and the scopes of my knowledge in order to grow my experience as I continue my journey as a therapeutic radiographer.
Timeline
Senior Therapeutic Radiographer
NHS
2026.03 - 2026.06
Therapeutic Radiographer
NHS
2023.09 - 2026.03
Student Therapeutic Radiographer
Cancer Centre Bahamas
2021.09
BSc - Radiotherapy and Oncology
Sheffield Hallam University
09/2019 - 05/2023
A - Levels -
Trinity Academy