Job summary
Radiology Assistant
PART TIME 22.5
We are looking for a well-motivated Radiology Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team. The position will support the Radiology service. Delivery of a high standard of patient care is an essential part of this role.
Main duties of the job
Radiology provides imaging services to hospital wide clinical areas. Our areas include trauma and orthopaedic radiography, general x-ray work, theatre and interventional radiology. The Department also provides a full range of specialist services including Ultrasound, CT Scanning and Nuclear Medicine. Your role will be to assist the Sonographers, Radiographers and Radiologists in the delivery of these services ensuring high standards of patient care are maintained at all times.
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom and be able to work flexible hours. We are looking for part time applicants. Ability to participate in 3 day working pattern is essential including evening sessions. A 2 day extended hours working pattern can be considered. All candidates must attend interview in person.
This is a training post, the successful applicant will be on the starting salary of a band 2 during the training. Once the applicant has completed the Care Certificate/ in-house training this will then be upgraded to Band 3.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
Our mission is to make a difference every day. Our values are that we care, we respect, and we listen
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
The salary for the role is only one part of the excellent package of benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
To assist the Radiologists/Radiographers/Radiology Nurses during patient examinations in the Radiology Department working within the scope of department procedures and practices.
- To be responsible for the care and comfort of the patient whilst in the Department and throughout their examination.
- To prepare and assist with general and specialised procedures e.g Ultrasound guided biopsies/drainages.
To liaise with and maintain good working relationships with other disciplines of staff within the Trust and the Directorate.
- To maintain a high standard of communication with all patients/ visitors/external organisations to the Radiology Department and Trust.
- To communicate effectively with patients and carers providing an appropriate level of support particularly where there are barriers or difficulties with understanding and tact.
- To receive Team Brief monthly and attend monthly Departmental staff meetings when possible
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful, this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £41.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary. In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
To assist the Radiologists/Radiographers/Radiology Nurses during patient examinations in the Radiology Department working within the scope of department procedures and practices.
- To be responsible for the care and comfort of the patient whilst in the Department and throughout their examination.
- To prepare and assist with general and specialised procedures e.g Ultrasound guided biopsies/drainages.
To liaise with and maintain good working relationships with other disciplines of staff within the Trust and the Directorate.
- To maintain a high standard of communication with all patients/ visitors/external organisations to the Radiology Department and Trust.
- To communicate effectively with patients and carers providing an appropriate level of support particularly where there are barriers or difficulties with understanding and tact.
- To receive Team Brief monthly and attend monthly Departmental staff meetings when possible
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful, this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £41.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary. In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
Desirable
- Working towards NVQ level 3
- NHS care certificate
Knowledge
Desirable
- Understanding of radiology and healthcare
- Working knowledge of radiology
- Computer literate
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience in healthcare
- Previous experience in Radiology
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Good organisation skills
- Problem solving and attention to detail
- Ability to assist with moving and handling
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
Desirable
- Working towards NVQ level 3
- NHS care certificate
Knowledge
Desirable
- Understanding of radiology and healthcare
- Working knowledge of radiology
- Computer literate
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience in healthcare
- Previous experience in Radiology
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Good organisation skills
- Problem solving and attention to detail
- Ability to assist with moving and handling
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
