Job summary
We have 3 full time positions available to join the Imaging department as a Band 2 General Imaging Assistant.
For these posts, it is essential that you are able to travel to various community diagnostic centres and mobile scanner sites within the region (currently but not limited to Whitworth (Matlock)and Walton).
To assist in the smooth and efficient running of the Imaging Care Unit by providing clinical and administrative support and enhanced clinical skills to deliver a high quality service to all out patients. To assist and co-ordinate the transfer of in-patients to and from the wards to ensure smooth patient pathways throughout all areas of the Imaging Care Unit. General Imaging Assistants will be expected to rotate throughout all areas and modalities of the Imaging department including shifts based at our satellite hospitals, Whitworth (Matlock) and Walton.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Support 1. Assist the Imaging Team in the care of the Patient, by:- a. Helping patients undress (if necessary) prior to examination b. Assist during examination/procedures giving care and reassurance c. Assist patient for discharge and inform of results procedure
1. Using the computer systems to register and book patients. Also to attend patients and help prepare them ready for imaging
- Escort patients to and from the wards and the Emergency Department, when required. When requested, chaperone patients during their examination.
- Assist with the processing of images and post examination documentation.
- Maintain a tidy and safe department ensuring rooms are adequately stocked with linen and other materials/equipment.
- Assist the Imaging team in ensuring that the Trust's Prevention and Control of Infection policies and procedures are implemented and maintained at all times.
- To have an awareness of the Clinical Governance agenda.
- Be supportive of research and audit undertaken by other members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Assist, guide and reassure patients at all times.
About us
Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a well performing Foundation Trust serving a population of around 441,000 across the Bolsover, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Dales, North Amber Valley, High Peak and North East Derbyshire districts. With a workforce of around 3,800 staff and good financial control, currently operating with a positive financial surplus and was recently rated "Good" by the CQC following their latest inspection in February 2017.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
- Maintain a safe environment by adhering to local infection control policies.
- To actively participate in the Staff Development Process Review.
- Encourage, mentor and train all team members within GIA and CIA teams.
- Active participation in stock control
- Active participation in all audit and continuous improvement
- Assist the Radiographic Team in the care of the Patient by:-
- Complete Imaging Safety questionnaires with all relevant patients
- Assess patients for suitability for cannulation
- Immediately feedback to Radiographic / Nursing / Radiologist team any potential problems with cannulae, patient allergies, ECG etc
- Assist patients for discharge and inform of results procedure
- Monitoring of patients before and after Imaging procedure
Please note this post involves working weekends and bank holidays on a rota.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Maintain a safe environment by adhering to local infection control policies.
- To actively participate in the Staff Development Process Review.
- Encourage, mentor and train all team members within GIA and CIA teams.
- Active participation in stock control
- Active participation in all audit and continuous improvement
- Assist the Radiographic Team in the care of the Patient by:-
- Complete Imaging Safety questionnaires with all relevant patients
- Assess patients for suitability for cannulation
- Immediately feedback to Radiographic / Nursing / Radiologist team any potential problems with cannulae, patient allergies, ECG etc
- Assist patients for discharge and inform of results procedure
- Monitoring of patients before and after Imaging procedure
Please note this post involves working weekends and bank holidays on a rota.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- GCSE A-C Grade in English (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Previous relevant experience
- QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care GCSE Maths(A-C Grade)
Experience
Essential
- Experience in an environment involving people contact
Desirable
- Previous experience in a healthcare environment.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Well developed social skills
- Good organisational skillso
- Aware of confidentiality issues
- Able to work as a member of a team
- Demonstrates personal initiative
Desirable
- Willingness to acquire new skills
- Basic computer skills
- Knowledge of CRIS system
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Shows empathy, warm personality
- Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
- Reliable
- Motivational skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- GCSE A-C Grade in English (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Previous relevant experience
- QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care GCSE Maths(A-C Grade)
Experience
Essential
- Experience in an environment involving people contact
Desirable
- Previous experience in a healthcare environment.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Well developed social skills
- Good organisational skillso
- Aware of confidentiality issues
- Able to work as a member of a team
- Demonstrates personal initiative
Desirable
- Willingness to acquire new skills
- Basic computer skills
- Knowledge of CRIS system
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Shows empathy, warm personality
- Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
- Reliable
- Motivational skills
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
