Radiology Department Assistant - Ultrasound Scanning

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

The closing date is 17 October 2024

Job summary

The Radiology Service is building a new and exciting future. Predominantly based within the Community Diagnostic Service based at Montagu Hospital, you will be joining our friendly ultrasound team offering clinical cross-site support by providing the highest quality care. This will involve dealing with patients who are very ill or distressed, therefore good interpersonal skills are essential. You will be expected to work flexibly, participating in an extended 7-day service and may be asked to work at all hospital sites.

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about the challenges of a busy working and constantly changing environment, with the ability to remain calm under pressure . You should have proven computer experience and possess good interpersonal and organisational skills. Previous experience in a medical environment would be an advantage for this varied and interesting role.

This is a Trust post and you will be required to travel to all sites as required. Working hours will be in line with the needs of the service and will include evenings, weekends and bank holidays; therefore a flexible approach is essential.

Main duties of the job

Working with a team of motivated and committed staff, to provide a first class and effective service to all patients attending Radiology

To undertake clinical support tasks as required by the radiologists / sonographers / radiographers

To undertake reception, clerical and other support duties as required

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.

It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career, it's our pledge to help you Develop, Belongand Thrive, Here.

As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.

We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers

Date posted

03 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

272-6637550

Job locations

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.

Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential criteria.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.

Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential criteria.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • Experience in a caring profession

Desirable

  • Experience in an office environment
  • Reception duties

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE English & Maths - Level C or above or equivalent Qualifications or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 3

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

  • Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills with multi-disciplinary team/patients/relatives
  • Ability to deal with clients who have barriers to communication (language, deafness, learning difficulties)
  • Good team player
  • Able to accommodate the demands of the post with flexible working as required
  • Able to prioritise workload

Desirable

  • Able to work under pressure
Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • Experience in a caring profession

Desirable

  • Experience in an office environment
  • Reception duties

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE English & Maths - Level C or above or equivalent Qualifications or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 3

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

  • Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills with multi-disciplinary team/patients/relatives
  • Ability to deal with clients who have barriers to communication (language, deafness, learning difficulties)
  • Good team player
  • Able to accommodate the demands of the post with flexible working as required
  • Able to prioritise workload

Desirable

  • Able to work under pressure

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT


Employer's website

https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT


Employer's website

https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Sonographer

Sheryl Cowlam

s.cowlam@nhs.net

01302644575

Date posted

03 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

272-6637550

Job locations

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Armthorpe Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT


Supporting documents

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