This is an exciting opportunity to work in a multi-disciplinary team and develop new skills in the world of Radiology. The successful candidate will work in our department, in multiple different imaging areas, with the opportunity to work extended days and weekends as extra if they would like. This could be the first step into a career in Radiology!
Our assistants work on the front line alongside our consultants and radiographers to provide patient care during imaging procedures and examinations.
This post is open to part-time and full-time applicants who have experience in our department, and there is room for growth in the future!
Main duties of the job
PURPOSE OF JOB:
* To assist in all aspects of patient care within the Radiology department.
* To assist with housekeeping duties, i.e., cleaning specialist equipment.
* To input accurate patient data into the Radiology Information System and DR/CR system in a timely manner.
* To make up slides of biopsy samples for microscopic examination by Histology/Pathology.
About us
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first-class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work-life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours. We do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
Job responsibilities
* You will support the work of the Radiology Department to assist Radiologists and Radiographers in performing a range of Radiological procedures, including Ultrasound, X-ray examinations, MRI, and CT.
* Maintain basic stock levels in Radiology.
* Participate in department meetings and performance planning.
* Work with other Radiology Assistants to develop services.
* Mentor and train other Radiology Assistants.
Person Specification
Experience/Knowledge
* Experience of working in Care/Healthcare
* Basic knowledge of the NHS and/or Radiology
* Previous experience of working in FHFT Radiology
* NVQ in Care or equivalent relevant caring experience.
* Previous experience of X-Rays and Radiological Procedures
Experience
* Caring for Patients
* Dealing with Patients in a busy clinical environment
* Previous experience in a similar post or dealing with the public in a caring environment.
Experience
* Working in a busy environment
* Experience of customer service
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.
£24,873 a year per annum pro rata INCL HCAS
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