Job summary
The Radiology Service is building a new and exciting future. 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 predominantly based in Ultrasound scanning.
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. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. 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.
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.
Certificate of sponsorship
Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
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.
Certificate of sponsorship
Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience in a caring profession
- Exposure to patients and the general public
- Accurate record keeping
Desirable
- Experience in a Clinical setting / Medical Environment
- Reception duties
- Experience in an office environment
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- GCSE English & Maths @ level C or above (or equivalent)
- NVQ level 2 or equivalent experience
Desirable
- NVQ Level 3 CARE Certificate
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- Ability to work independently and as part of the wider team to manage high workload whilst maintaining accuracy
- Exercise sound judgement in relation to problem solving and identifying situations requiring further advice
- Able to accommodate the demands of the post with flexible working as required
- Able to prioritise workload
- Work in a logical & methodical manner
- To be able to travel independently to meet the demands of the post
- Ability to work with people at all levels to provide equality of care
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, both in person and via the telephone
- Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills to a wide audience including the multidisciplinary team / patients / relatives
- Ability to communicate with patients/service users where there are barriers to understanding (language, hearing impaired, learning difficulties)
- Able to maintain patient/ staff confidentiality
- Able to act with empathy, compassion and sensitivity
- Ability to deal sensitively and compassionately with patients, some of whom may have received bad news
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience in a caring profession
- Exposure to patients and the general public
- Accurate record keeping
Desirable
- Experience in a Clinical setting / Medical Environment
- Reception duties
- Experience in an office environment
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- GCSE English & Maths @ level C or above (or equivalent)
- NVQ level 2 or equivalent experience
Desirable
- NVQ Level 3 CARE Certificate
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- Ability to work independently and as part of the wider team to manage high workload whilst maintaining accuracy
- Exercise sound judgement in relation to problem solving and identifying situations requiring further advice
- Able to accommodate the demands of the post with flexible working as required
- Able to prioritise workload
- Work in a logical & methodical manner
- To be able to travel independently to meet the demands of the post
- Ability to work with people at all levels to provide equality of care
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, both in person and via the telephone
- Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills to a wide audience including the multidisciplinary team / patients / relatives
- Ability to communicate with patients/service users where there are barriers to understanding (language, hearing impaired, learning difficulties)
- Able to maintain patient/ staff confidentiality
- Able to act with empathy, compassion and sensitivity
- Ability to deal sensitively and compassionately with patients, some of whom may have received bad news
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.
