Job summary
An opportunity has arisen in the Radiology Department at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH) Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) and Cromer District Hospital for a Band 2 Radiology Department Assistant.
The Radiology department sits within the Diagnostic and Clinical Support Services division and provides diagnostic imaging and therapeutic treatments across a range of specialties across the Trust.
Main duties of the job
This role involves assisting with all aspects of Imaging including preparing patients for examinations, helping to position patients for examinations, assisting with interventional procedures, in addition to having knowledge of basic anatomy and medical terminology.
The role is patient focused so good communication is essential to assist patients and to demonstrate care and empathy to those who are unwell or distressed, helping them through the Imaging process.
The post holder will contribute to the provision of a high standard of care for patients and carry out some duties unaided, in accordance with Trust/Directorate policy, at the discretion of qualified staff.
This is role will rotate on a roster basis throughout the department including MRI, CT, Plain Film and Ultrasound, the rotation will include shifts at NNUH and Cromer District Hospital as required.There are various 7.5 hours shifts which cover the 24-hour period including night shifts, over seven days of the week, inclusive of Bank Holidays.
There is a requirement to work across all 3 hospital sites which include the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH), Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) and Cromer District Hospital (CDH).
This is a full-time role, however we will consider working part-working. Please include your preferred hours in your application.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Under the supervision of Radiographers assist with all aspects of imaging, including changing patients in preparation for examination. Administering oral contrast to patients having CT and MRI and to act as a second checker for Radiology Contrast media in CT and MRI, and Buscopan in MRI and CT Colonoscopies, according to Trust protocol.
- In accordance with Trust and Directorate policy, undertake structured theoretical and practical based training to:
- Assist Radiographers in the positioning of patients for examinations.
- Prepare and maintain trolleys for biopsies and to assist with biopsies, drainages etc, as and when the need arises.
- Understand and demonstrate the fundamentals of Radiation Protection.
Please view the attached job description for full details of the role and use your supporting statement to confirm how you meet the essential and desirable criteria on the job specification.
Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 6131 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa. The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Under the supervision of Radiographers assist with all aspects of imaging, including changing patients in preparation for examination. Administering oral contrast to patients having CT and MRI and to act as a second checker for Radiology Contrast media in CT and MRI, and Buscopan in MRI and CT Colonoscopies, according to Trust protocol.
- In accordance with Trust and Directorate policy, undertake structured theoretical and practical based training to:
- Assist Radiographers in the positioning of patients for examinations.
- Prepare and maintain trolleys for biopsies and to assist with biopsies, drainages etc, as and when the need arises.
- Understand and demonstrate the fundamentals of Radiation Protection.
Please view the attached job description for full details of the role and use your supporting statement to confirm how you meet the essential and desirable criteria on the job specification.
Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 6131 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa. The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate knowledge of basic anatomy and medical terminology.
Desirable
- Significant basic nursing/care/ relevant experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Good level of numeracy and literacy
Skills
Essential
- Customer Care skills
- Flexible - able to multi-task and prioritise
- Able to work on own initiative
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate knowledge of basic anatomy and medical terminology.
Desirable
- Significant basic nursing/care/ relevant experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Good level of numeracy and literacy
Skills
Essential
- Customer Care skills
- Flexible - able to multi-task and prioritise
- Able to work on own initiative
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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).
