Job summary
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 12 MONTHS DUE TO MATERNITY COVER.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.
We currently have a vacancy for a Radiography health care support worker to join our busy and friendly teams in Powys. Working in the Radiography departments in Welshpool and Newtown hospital. The opening hours of each site are from 8.30-5 Monday to Friday
Radiology currently provides imaging investigations, including X-Ray and Ultrasound with the possibility of further experience in other modalities in the future.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The role will involve working within a multidisciplinary team, providing high quality patient care during imaging investigations. The duties of this post include supporting Radiographers, Radiologists, Sonographers clinically and undertaking clerical duties, while rotating through all areas of the Radiology department.
You should ideally have excellent communication skills and full computer literacy. Previous clinical experience in a healthcare setting with experience of patient databases is desirable.
About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 qualification in relevant healthcare subject, or possess the equivalent skills, knowledge and experience o Understanding of the role of Radiographic Support Workers
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology o Knowledge of clinical work
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with the public in paid or voluntary roles o Experience of using computers
Desirable
- Experience in supportive/assistant role such as Radiology Support Worker/HCSW/experience working within a hospital/caring o environment o Experience in a range of clinical skills including aseptic techniques
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills o Demonstrate a positive, caring and compassionate attitude o Ability to deal with distressing situations o Works well both as an individual and as part of a team with good organisational and time management skills o Motivated and possess a non-judgemental attitude towards others o Willing to seek out learning, accept instruction and give/receive constructive feedback
- Ability to move and handle equipment and assist with manual handling of patients
Desirable
- Welsh Language skills level 1-4 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 qualification in relevant healthcare subject, or possess the equivalent skills, knowledge and experience o Understanding of the role of Radiographic Support Workers
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology o Knowledge of clinical work
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with the public in paid or voluntary roles o Experience of using computers
Desirable
- Experience in supportive/assistant role such as Radiology Support Worker/HCSW/experience working within a hospital/caring o environment o Experience in a range of clinical skills including aseptic techniques
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills o Demonstrate a positive, caring and compassionate attitude o Ability to deal with distressing situations o Works well both as an individual and as part of a team with good organisational and time management skills o Motivated and possess a non-judgemental attitude towards others o Willing to seek out learning, accept instruction and give/receive constructive feedback
- Ability to move and handle equipment and assist with manual handling of patients
Desirable
- Welsh Language skills level 1-4 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
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).
