Imaging Modality Assistant (MRI)
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Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated assistant to join our MRI Imaging team at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, based at Hammersmith Hospital
The post will involve providing support to the clinical Radiography team in the MRI scanning unit, dealing directly with patients, relatives and carers. Duties will include receiving patients into the department, assisting in patient care and preparation of patients for their procedures, maintenance of stock levels, maintaining cleanliness of the environment, some clerical duties and liaising with other staff and members of the public.
The department currently opens from 8am until 8.15pm Monday to Friday, and also opens at weekends. There will be a requirement to work weekend duties as an integral part of the working week.
'Working in an environment where there is a strong static magnetic field is subject to strict safety regulations. Please see the information regarding this in the functional requirements form.'
As part of the first Academic Health Science Centre our aim is to provide world-class healthcare to our patients through excellence in research, education and training. Imperial College NHS Healthcare Trust comprises of five hospitals - Charing Cross, Queen Charlotte's and Chelsea, Hammersmith, St Mary's and the Western Eye - and integrating with Imperial College London offers 50 clinical specialities and has one of the largest portfolios in the country.
Main duties of the job
- To assist and support the professional staff within the Imaging Directorate maintaining a high standard of patient care by carrying out assigned tasks.
- Provide an efficient and reliable system for throughput of patients ensuring the activity and needs of the unit are achieved.
- Assist with clerical needs of the unit
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We encourage staff to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, other colleagues as well as the wider community. Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within the Trust such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.
As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share.
Details
Date posted
22 July 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£27,515 a year Pa Inclusive
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
290-WCCS-1528
Job locations
Hammersmith Hospital
London
W12 0HS
Employer details
Employer name
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Hammersmith Hospital
London
W12 0HS
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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