United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Clinical Imaging Assistant - Band 2

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Job summary

Start date for this role will be after 1st April 2024

Band 2 Clinical Imaging Assistant

Full time post 37.5 hours including weekend shifts on a rota basis

The Radiology Department provides diagnostic services to the people of Grantham and surrounding areas. The successful applicant will be expected to provide support across both CT and Ultrasound. There is a requirement for weekend CT working on a rota basis.

Administration tasks such as reception duties are also part of the role.

We require an enthusiastic and motivated individual to provide both clinical and administrative duties within the Radiology Service at Grantham Hospital.

You will provide support to Radiographers, Sonographers and Radiologists in the clinical environment, which may involve dealing with patients who are very ill or distressed. Cannulation is required as part of the post and training will be given. A willingness to learn this skill is essential.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to rotate through the different work areas which also includes reception and clerical duties. They will support and work alongside registered health care professionals.

The post holder will perform routine administrative duties including patient reception and registering which requires a high level of confidentiality.

This vacancy requires an excellent communicator, able to deal with people on all levels. They should be empathetic and level headed and able to cope with situations as they arise. The role is varied and evolving and the person appointed will become a key member of our team.

Please note that this post is worked over 7 days and will include weekend working on a rota basis.

About us

What's the hospital like?

Pilgrim Hospital is situated in beautiful countryside and serves the communities in the South Lincolnshire area. It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.

Grantham and District Hospital serves the communities of Grantham and the local area. It provides ambulatory paediatric and accident and emergency services.

Lincoln Hospital is a thriving university city, and with the opening of the new medical school, it provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service. This district general hospital serves the city of Lincoln and the North Lincolnshire area. It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.

Louth Hospital is set on the edge of the Wolds and serves the communities of Louth and the local area. It provides a number of services, including an outpatient department, diagnostic and surgical procedures, as well as a surgical ward.

If you want to make a difference and be part of something new and exciting, we would love to hear from you. So, what are you waiting for?!

One Trust, Endless opportunities

Details

Date posted

15 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

357-GR-1592-23A 2024/2025

Job locations

Grantham and District Hospital

101 Manthorpe Road

Grantham

NG31 8DG


Job description

Job responsibilities

What should you do next?

Have a look at the job description, and if you like what you see, then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!

Job description

Job responsibilities

What should you do next?

Have a look at the job description, and if you like what you see, then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE English at grade C or above

Desirable

  • NVQ Care level II
  • First Aid certificate
  • Basic Life Support
  • NVQ Customer Service level II

Previous experience

Essential

  • Working experience in a hospital environment or health care environment

Desirable

  • Multi-disciplinary Team, radiology work, direct patient care.

Knowlegde/skills

Essential

  • Communication skills
  • Effective time management

Desirable

  • Computer skills

Specifc Requirements

Essential

  • Able to liase effectively with all professional and non professionals
  • Interest in working in the Radiology department
  • Cannulation skills or a willingness to be trained.
  • Awareness and Knowledge of the dignity in care agenda.
  • Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework: Patient Centred, Safety, Compassion, Respect and, Excellence
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE English at grade C or above

Desirable

  • NVQ Care level II
  • First Aid certificate
  • Basic Life Support
  • NVQ Customer Service level II

Previous experience

Essential

  • Working experience in a hospital environment or health care environment

Desirable

  • Multi-disciplinary Team, radiology work, direct patient care.

Knowlegde/skills

Essential

  • Communication skills
  • Effective time management

Desirable

  • Computer skills

Specifc Requirements

Essential

  • Able to liase effectively with all professional and non professionals
  • Interest in working in the Radiology department
  • Cannulation skills or a willingness to be trained.
  • Awareness and Knowledge of the dignity in care agenda.
  • Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework: Patient Centred, Safety, Compassion, Respect and, Excellence

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

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Grantham and District Hospital

101 Manthorpe Road

Grantham

NG31 8DG


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Grantham and District Hospital

101 Manthorpe Road

Grantham

NG31 8DG


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Radiographer

Patricia Silva

patricia.silva@ulh.nhs.uk

01476464327

Details

Date posted

15 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

357-GR-1592-23A 2024/2025

Job locations

Grantham and District Hospital

101 Manthorpe Road

Grantham

NG31 8DG


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