Job summary THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 12 MONTHS DUE TO MATERNITY COVER 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. Date posted 25 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 070-ACS018-0325 Job locations Victoria Memorial Hospital Salop Road Welshpool SY21 7DU Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Powys Teaching Health Board Address Victoria Memorial Hospital Salop Road Welshpool SY21 7DU Employer's website https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)