University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Clinical Support Worker - Radiology

The closing date is 27 August 2025

Job summary

The Radiology Department at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary are looking for an enthusiastic Clinical Support Worker to join our friendly team supporting our service.

Applicants will be expected to be well organised, have excellent communication skills and familiarity with IT systems. Ideally you will have experience of relevant work in a healthcare environment and have a Level 3 NVQ or equivalent experience in healthcare.

This position will provide an exciting challenge for an active, enthusiastic, self directed, dynamic and empathetic team player, who enjoys working within a fast paced hospital environment, delivering excellent patient care.

Main duties of the job

The duties will mainly involve supporting the Radiologists, Radiographers and Radiology Nurses in clinical duties in CT, MRI, Ultrasound and the Radiology Day Care Unit and will include supporting in sterile procedures and carrying out venepuncture and cannulation.

You will also be involved in the smooth and efficient running of these services including some admin and clerical duties, for example making appointments on the computerised Radiology Information System and liaising with wards for in-patient appointments.

The full time post will be required to work Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, on a varied rota which will include 0830 - 1700; 0730 - 1530 & 1200 - 2000 shifts on rotation.

The part time post covers the same shift times, but for four days per week, Monday to Friday. The days may vary each week, but will be rostered with at least 6 weeks notice.

Bank Holidays are shared out with all staff.

About us

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Details

Date posted

14 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

331-L18860825

Job locations

Royal Lancaster Infirmary

Ashton Road

Lancaster

LA1 4RP


Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • Good General Education including English and Maths GSCE at Grade C/4 or above or Functional Skills Level 2.
  • Good Command of English Language
  • NVQ Level 3 Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiography support or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • Trained in cannulation
  • Trained in venepuncture

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of patient facing hospital or care work

Desirable

  • Experience in a radiology or out-patient clinic setting

Skills, ability and knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of computer systems relating to healthcare
  • Ability to work to Trust and Department Policies and Procedures

Desirable

  • Evidence of personal development (PDP)
  • Knowledge of Radiology Information Systems and PACS.

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Ability to prioritise own workload within guidelines
  • Ability to work calmly under pressure
  • Good telephone manner
  • Ability to work on any site within the Trust.
  • Ability to travel as required
  • Flexibility to cover required duties during the week and at weekends.
Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • Good General Education including English and Maths GSCE at Grade C/4 or above or Functional Skills Level 2.
  • Good Command of English Language
  • NVQ Level 3 Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiography support or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • Trained in cannulation
  • Trained in venepuncture

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of patient facing hospital or care work

Desirable

  • Experience in a radiology or out-patient clinic setting

Skills, ability and knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of computer systems relating to healthcare
  • Ability to work to Trust and Department Policies and Procedures

Desirable

  • Evidence of personal development (PDP)
  • Knowledge of Radiology Information Systems and PACS.

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Ability to prioritise own workload within guidelines
  • Ability to work calmly under pressure
  • Good telephone manner
  • Ability to work on any site within the Trust.
  • Ability to travel as required
  • Flexibility to cover required duties during the week and at weekends.

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

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Address

Royal Lancaster Infirmary

Ashton Road

Lancaster

LA1 4RP


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Address

Royal Lancaster Infirmary

Ashton Road

Lancaster

LA1 4RP


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Department

Karen Brakewell

karen.brakewell@mbht.nhs.uk

01524516270

Details

Date posted

14 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

331-L18860825

Job locations

Royal Lancaster Infirmary

Ashton Road

Lancaster

LA1 4RP


Supporting documents

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