Job summary The Clinical Imaging Assistant is appointed to assist the nuclear medicine technologists and radiographers in a clinical and clerical capacity. Supporting technologists includes; ensuring there is the correct equipment available for use and the department is safe and well maintained. Supporting patients includes; assisting to prepare patients for injections and scans. The role requires an interest in learning about Nuclear medicine and an ability to communicate with patients to reassure them through their appointments. The role involves working with radioactivity used to diagnose and treat both outpatients and inpatients. There will be training provided to explain how to work safely in this department. Main duties of the job Support and work alongside Nuclear Medicine Technologists and apprentices and admin staff. Assist and supervise patients before, during and after scans and procedures. Being attuned to patient's needs, reassuring and comforting and providing drinks and meals when necessary. Assist the work of the department by helping as requested e.g. moving patients, fetching items, collecting bloods from wards as necessary, ordering hoist and cleaning. Undertake various clerical and administrative duties when requested e.g. taking and making phone calls, preparing clinic documentation, writing up the whiteboards for the following days clinics. Provide a tidy, well stocked and organised environment in order to optimise working practice by monitoring stock levels and expiries, and keeping cupboards and supplies tidy. Insert and remove cannulas from patients and take bloods when requested. Perform some equipment setup and testing Monitor for radioactive contamination of waste and rooms, decontaminating as appropriate About us At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on. We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country. We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger. A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. 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Date posted 14 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,625 to £25,674 a year pa pro rata if part time Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 427-7095620 Job locations Royal United Hospital Combe Park Bath BA1 3NG Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role. Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential oGCSE pass in English Language and Maths or equivalent oExperience of working with the public, preferably in a caring environment oNVQ Level 3, A-level(s) or equivalent in relevant subject(s) Desirable NHS Care certificate Cannulation skills Experience in a hospital clinical setting Experience Essential Basic computer literacy Basic understanding of Nuclear Medicine within imaging in the NHS Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team Desirable IT skills eg word, excel experience working with radioactive materials Theoretical knowledge of radioactive materials Experience Essential Basic IT skills Desirable Computer literate (able to use eg Word Excel proficiently) specfic skills Essential Able to work well as part of a team Able to use own initiative Demonstrates a flexible and proactive approach to work Excellent communication skills Desirable Computer literate: able to use Microsoft Office Specific Skills Essential Good written and verbal communication skills Able to follow written and verbal instructions Physical Skills Essential Able to assist moving patients from bed or wheelchair to bed Manual dexterity to insert/remove cannula Person Specification Qualifications Essential oGCSE pass in English Language and Maths or equivalent oExperience of working with the public, preferably in a caring environment oNVQ Level 3, A-level(s) or equivalent in relevant subject(s) Desirable NHS Care certificate Cannulation skills Experience in a hospital clinical setting Experience Essential Basic computer literacy Basic understanding of Nuclear Medicine within imaging in the NHS Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team Desirable IT skills eg word, excel experience working with radioactive materials Theoretical knowledge of radioactive materials Experience Essential Basic IT skills Desirable Computer literate (able to use eg Word Excel proficiently) specfic skills Essential Able to work well as part of a team Able to use own initiative Demonstrates a flexible and proactive approach to work Excellent communication skills Desirable Computer literate: able to use Microsoft Office Specific Skills Essential Good written and verbal communication skills Able to follow written and verbal instructions Physical Skills Essential Able to assist moving patients from bed or wheelchair to bed Manual dexterity to insert/remove cannula 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 Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal United Hospital Combe Park Bath BA1 3NG Employer's website https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)