Radiology Department Assistant/Chaperone - Ultrasound Scanning
Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
The Radiology Service is building a new and exciting future.
Predominantly based within the Community Diagnostic Service at Montagu Hospital, you will be joining our friendly ultrasound team offering clinical cross-site support by providing the highest quality care. This will involve dealing with patients who are very ill or distressed; therefore, good interpersonal skills are essential. You will be expected to work flexibly, participating in an extended 7-day service and may be asked to work at all hospital sites.
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about the challenges of a busy working and constantly changing environment, with the ability to remain calm under pressure. Proven computer experience and good interpersonal and organisational skills are required. Previous experience in a medical environment would be an advantage for this varied and interesting role.
This is a Trust post, and you will be required to travel to all sites as needed. Working hours will be in line with the needs of the service and will include evenings, weekends, and bank holidays; therefore, a flexible approach is essential.
Due to the sensitive nature of this post, only female applicants will be considered (this provision applies under Schedule 9 Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010).
Main duties of the job
1. Working with a team of motivated and committed staff to provide a first-class and effective service to all patients attending Radiology.
2. To undertake clinical support tasks as required by the radiologists/sonographers/radiographers.
3. To undertake reception, clerical, and other support duties as required.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
At DBTH, we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care, and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities, and LGBTQ+ communities.
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.
Please note, if your application is successful, you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential criteria.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
* Experience in a caring profession.
* Exposure to patients and the general public.
* IT experience on a range of IT systems.
* Experience in a clinical setting/medical environment.
* Experience in an office environment.
Qualifications/Training
* GCSE English & Maths - Level C or above or equivalent qualifications or equivalent experience.
* NVQ level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent or equivalent experience.
* NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care.
* CARE Certificate.
Personal Attributes & Skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of the wider team to manage high workload whilst maintaining accuracy.
* Exercise sound judgement in relation to problem solving and identifying situations requiring further advice.
* Able to accommodate the demands of the post with flexible working as required.
* Able to prioritise workload.
* Work in a logical & methodical manner.
* To be able to travel independently to meet the demands of the post.
* Able to work under pressure.
* Adaptable to a changing environment, able to cope with the demands of evolving and sometimes unpredictable workload.
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 name
Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
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