Job summary
Introduction:
Are you a motivated and compassionate individual seeking an exciting opportunity to contribute to the healthcare field? We are seeking a dedicated Diagnostic Imaging Assistant to join our friendly ultrasound team in the East of England region, specifically Colchester.
As a Diagnostic Imaging Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth functioning of ultrasound sessions, providing essential support to both patients and our dedicated Sonographers. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values patient care, and has a keen eye for detail, this could be the perfect role for you!
Please note due to the nature of the role the successful candidate must have a full driving license and access to their own car.
Main duties of the job
- Greet patients in a professional and courteous manner, confirming their identification and inputting accurate patient data into the ultrasound system.
- Communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and staff, providing clear explanations and instructions regarding ultrasound examinations.
- Collaborate closely with sonographers to maintain a seamless patient database, ensuring accurate recording of patient appointments and promptly addressing any booking errors or urgent reports.
- Safely transport ultrasound equipment and ancillary tools to and from designated sites as per the weekly rota schedule.
- Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment, ensuring the cleanliness of ultrasound equipment and rooms.
- Ensure optimal stock levels of ultrasound consumables.
- Assist patients safely using proper manual handling techniques, supporting them during procedures and advocating for their comfort and well-being.
- Upload and transfer confidential patient image data to PACS, following information governance protocols.
- Act as a first-line investigator for any issues encountered during clinical sessions, liaising with the patient services team to ensure swift resolutions.
- Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills and uphold the highest standards of patient care.
About us
Established in 2004, Diagnostic Healthcare is a trusted provider of medical diagnostic imaging services. From MRI, Ultrasound, and CT to X-ray and CBCT, we deliver over 300,000 scan appointments annually across 75 locations, serving both NHS and private patients. We offer a diverse range of imaging modalities and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment as we continuously invest in our imaging fleet and static locations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities:
- Greet patients in a professional and courteous manner, confirming their identification and inputting accurate patient data into the ultrasound system.
- Communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and staff, providing clear explanations and instructions regarding ultrasound examinations.
- Collaborate closely with sonographers to maintain a seamless patient database, ensuring accurate recording of patient appointments and promptly addressing any booking errors or urgent reports.
- Safely transport ultrasound equipment and ancillary tools to and from designated sites as per the weekly rota schedule.
- Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment, ensuring the cleanliness of ultrasound equipment and rooms.
- Ensure optimal stock levels of ultrasound consumables.
- Assist patients safely using proper manual handling techniques, supporting them during procedures and advocating for their comfort and well-being.
- Upload and transfer confidential patient image data to PACS, following information governance protocols.
- Act as a first-line investigator for any issues encountered during clinical sessions, liaising with the patient services team to ensure swift resolutions.
- Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills and uphold the highest standards of patient care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities:
- Greet patients in a professional and courteous manner, confirming their identification and inputting accurate patient data into the ultrasound system.
- Communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and staff, providing clear explanations and instructions regarding ultrasound examinations.
- Collaborate closely with sonographers to maintain a seamless patient database, ensuring accurate recording of patient appointments and promptly addressing any booking errors or urgent reports.
- Safely transport ultrasound equipment and ancillary tools to and from designated sites as per the weekly rota schedule.
- Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment, ensuring the cleanliness of ultrasound equipment and rooms.
- Ensure optimal stock levels of ultrasound consumables.
- Assist patients safely using proper manual handling techniques, supporting them during procedures and advocating for their comfort and well-being.
- Upload and transfer confidential patient image data to PACS, following information governance protocols.
- Act as a first-line investigator for any issues encountered during clinical sessions, liaising with the patient services team to ensure swift resolutions.
- Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills and uphold the highest standards of patient care.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
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).
