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Radiology Department Assistant

Medical Imaging Partnership Ltd

The closing date is 18 January 2025

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Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Radiographic Assistant based in Sussex. This role is accountable for assisting the Radiographers and Doctors in performing imaging procedures including CT, MRI and Ultrasound examinations. In addition, this role always operates with a high degree of professionalism to ensure provision of a high quality, responsive and patient-focused service.

Main duties of the job

  • Supporting the clinical team to undertake a wide variety of CT, MRI and Ultrasound examinations.
  • Carrying out patient preparation prior to and patient care following the examination and ensure that the patient leaves the department satisfied with the standard of care provided.
  • Ensuring that patients fully understand and accurately complete the relevant safety questionnaire.
  • Ensuring patient identification and safety checks are completed prior to every examination.

About us

Medical Imaging Partnerships and Prime Health deliver radiology services to both the NHS and private sector. This role doesnt require any previous experience of radiology as its focus is on delivering excellent customer service.

At our sites we are a small friendly team, who work closely together to run a successful service.

As an organisation we are committed to our Health & Safety standards and safeguarding of our patients.

Date posted

18 November 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£23,000 to £25,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0223-24-0004

Job locations

Unit 7 The Pavilions

Brighton Road

Pease Pottage

West Sussex

RH11 9BJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Supporting the clinical team to undertake a wide variety of CT, MRI and Ultrasound examinations.
  • Carrying out patient preparation prior to and patient care following the examination and ensure that the patient leaves the department satisfied with the standard of care provided.
  • Ensuring that patients fully understand and accurately complete the relevant safety questionnaire.
  • Ensuring patient identification and safety checks are completed prior to every examination.
  • Assisting patients to get on and off the scanner and position correctly, under direct supervision of the clinical team responsible for the scanning session.
  • Providing the clinical team with practical support during the scanning session to include setting up the correct coils for the different examinations.
  • Answering patients queries regarding the procedure and what can be expected.
  • Providing chaperone support for ultrasound sessions as and when required.
  • Providing support to the clinical team for data input to the MIP PACS system.
  • Liaising with other departments regarding patient details and transport arrangements if required.
  • Caring for patients needs and attend to patients welfare, especially those who are elderly, disabled, confused, anxious.
  • Maintaining clean and tidy working areas in all clinical areas.
  • Undertaking stock takes and order stock as necessary.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience of dealing with customers is essential.
  • Excellent and professional communication skills.
  • Flexible approach.
  • Good organisational skills.
  • Previous healthcare experience would be desirable.

Together, we innovate private healthcare through partnerships, ensuring growth and excellence in medical imaging while fostering a culture of care and integrity. Be part of a safer future: Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do.

Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Supporting the clinical team to undertake a wide variety of CT, MRI and Ultrasound examinations.
  • Carrying out patient preparation prior to and patient care following the examination and ensure that the patient leaves the department satisfied with the standard of care provided.
  • Ensuring that patients fully understand and accurately complete the relevant safety questionnaire.
  • Ensuring patient identification and safety checks are completed prior to every examination.
  • Assisting patients to get on and off the scanner and position correctly, under direct supervision of the clinical team responsible for the scanning session.
  • Providing the clinical team with practical support during the scanning session to include setting up the correct coils for the different examinations.
  • Answering patients queries regarding the procedure and what can be expected.
  • Providing chaperone support for ultrasound sessions as and when required.
  • Providing support to the clinical team for data input to the MIP PACS system.
  • Liaising with other departments regarding patient details and transport arrangements if required.
  • Caring for patients needs and attend to patients welfare, especially those who are elderly, disabled, confused, anxious.
  • Maintaining clean and tidy working areas in all clinical areas.
  • Undertaking stock takes and order stock as necessary.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience of dealing with customers is essential.
  • Excellent and professional communication skills.
  • Flexible approach.
  • Good organisational skills.
  • Previous healthcare experience would be desirable.

Together, we innovate private healthcare through partnerships, ensuring growth and excellence in medical imaging while fostering a culture of care and integrity. Be part of a safer future: Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in customer service
  • Excellent communication skills

Desirable

  • Previous healthcare experience, desirable but not essential.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in customer service
  • Excellent communication skills

Desirable

  • Previous healthcare experience, desirable but not essential.

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

Medical Imaging Partnership Ltd

Address

Unit 7 The Pavilions

Brighton Road

Pease Pottage

West Sussex

RH11 9BJ


Employer's website

https://medicalimaging.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Medical Imaging Partnership Ltd

Address

Unit 7 The Pavilions

Brighton Road

Pease Pottage

West Sussex

RH11 9BJ


Employer's website

https://medicalimaging.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

People Coordinator

Tay Rahouffe

tay.rahouffe@medicalimaging.org.uk

Date posted

18 November 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£23,000 to £25,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0223-24-0004

Job locations

Unit 7 The Pavilions

Brighton Road

Pease Pottage

West Sussex

RH11 9BJ


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