Job summary
We are looking to recruit additional Radiography Assistants in the Diagnostic Imaging Department and would love to hear from you if you are an organised individual interested in patient care.
Radiography Assistants are essential for the smooth running of the Diagnostic Imaging service, supporting both patients and staff with a range of diagnostic imaging procedures.
Main duties of the job
The roleincludes:
- Clinical support and patient care during imaging procedures involving MRI, CT, Ultrasound and X-Ray.
- Assistingin movement of beds, wheel chairs, and patients using manual handling equipment provided.
- Preparing the clinical rooms for procedures and working aseptically during procedures.
- Entering data into the radiology computer system.
- Communicating with members of staff outside of the department to arrange complex scanning procedures.
We are looking for a motivated and caring individual who is ready to learn new skills and join our friendly team.
The department operates a seven day service and shifts involving evenings, weekends and community hospital sites.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
Education , qualifications and training
Desirable
- NVQ Level 4 or equivalent experience in health and social care
Experience
Essential
- Patient care - experience of working with patients, vulnerable groups
- Experience of line management
- Experience of change management
Skills , abilities and knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of ability to communicate with all levels of staff and members of the general public
- Evidence of ability to work under pressure, working to tight deadlines and prioritising workload.
- An understanding of the meaning of confidentiality and the requirement for this to be maintained
- Evidence of team leadership
Desirable
- Evidence of ability to work on own initiative but also as part of a team
- Evidence of computer skills
- Understanding of the radiology department
- Competent knowledge of Trust/HR policies
Person Specification
Education , qualifications and training
Desirable
- NVQ Level 4 or equivalent experience in health and social care
Experience
Essential
- Patient care - experience of working with patients, vulnerable groups
- Experience of line management
- Experience of change management
Skills , abilities and knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of ability to communicate with all levels of staff and members of the general public
- Evidence of ability to work under pressure, working to tight deadlines and prioritising workload.
- An understanding of the meaning of confidentiality and the requirement for this to be maintained
- Evidence of team leadership
Desirable
- Evidence of ability to work on own initiative but also as part of a team
- Evidence of computer skills
- Understanding of the radiology department
- Competent knowledge of Trust/HR policies
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.
