Job summary Closing Date: 18.11.24 (this may change dependent on response) Shortlisting to take place after closing date: commencing 25.11.24 Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 02.12.24 This post offers an exciting opportunity to join the radiology department at Bradford royal infirmary. The post is based across Bradford Royal Infirmary and St Luke's hospital and there will be a rotation of duties within the site across all the specialties. The successful applicants will work with our friendly team of Radiographers, Sonographers, Radiologists, and other support staff, in our busy and dynamic department, to fulfil the commitment to provide a high quality service to patients undergoing diagnostic procedures. They will oversee and coordinate the outpatient waiting areas; assist with preparing patients for their CT, MR or ultrasound scans and care for them during and after their examinations. There will be a need to cannulate some of these patients and/or take blood samples for testing. A flexible approach and a strong work ethic in this busy environment is required to meet the needs of the service. Main duties of the job As a Radiographic Assistant your main role would be to provide care to patients attending for diagnostic imaging tests across a wide range of modalities including CT, MRI and Ultrasound. You will support staff while they are performing the scans and support/ chaperone the patients throughout their appointment journey. Assist consultant radiologists with fluoroscopic guided procedures and maintain the patient flow within the department. You will contribute as part of the imaging team to the diagnostic imaging process, maintaining high standards of care, competence, professional manner, punctuality and appearance. Maintain and take part in departmental stock control. Perform cannulation and venepuncture. The job description will be reviewed periodically as part of the performance appraisal system and may be subject to change with the agreement of the post holder and Superintendent Radiographer. Summary of most important Experience/Skills/Qualifications required: Previous experience in clinical healthcare setting such as a care home, community or hospital setting. NVQ/QCF Diploma or Apprenticeship at Level 2 or equivalent in Care is essential as is previous experience of working as a carer in a care home, community care or hospital setting. Good verbal and written command of English, Maths and I.T. skills are a requirement. Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail are essential. Smart appearance and pleasant professional manner. About us Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust: We value people We are one team We care We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients. Date posted 04 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £22,383 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 389-24-6626334 Job locations Bradford Royal Infirmary Duckworth Lane Bradford BD9 6RJ Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Minimum NVQ/QCF Diploma or Apprenticeship at Level 2 in Health & Social Care, or in Support Work or equivalent Desirable Care Certificate or equivalent (Desirable for Band 2 RA) Experience Essential Care work in a care home, community care or hospital setting Working with members of the public Good Basic IT skills and working knowledge of Office (email-outlook, word and excel) Skills Essential Good verbal and written command of English Good Numeracy skills (demonstrated through qualifications or experience) Accuracy and methodical with an attention to detail Desirable Previous Radiology experience Venopuncture competence Cannulation competence Knowledge Essential Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality Desirable BLS Moving and handling training Person Specification Qualifications Essential Minimum NVQ/QCF Diploma or Apprenticeship at Level 2 in Health & Social Care, or in Support Work or equivalent Desirable Care Certificate or equivalent (Desirable for Band 2 RA) Experience Essential Care work in a care home, community care or hospital setting Working with members of the public Good Basic IT skills and working knowledge of Office (email-outlook, word and excel) Skills Essential Good verbal and written command of English Good Numeracy skills (demonstrated through qualifications or experience) Accuracy and methodical with an attention to detail Desirable Previous Radiology experience Venopuncture competence Cannulation competence Knowledge Essential Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality Desirable BLS Moving and handling training 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 Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Bradford Royal Infirmary Duckworth Lane Bradford BD9 6RJ Employer's website https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)