Job overview
The Royal Marsden Hospital is one of Europe’s largest Oncology centres and was the world’s first hospital dedicated to cancer research, diagnosis, treatment and education. This post is based at our Cavendish Square site where we see both private care and NHS patients. There are also sites in Chelsea and Sutton.
We are currently inviting applications from enthusiastic individuals to join the radiology team at our Cavendish Square site in Central London.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced imaging or healthcare assistant to join our dedicated team. We are particularly interested in applications from a radiology assistant or HCA with radiology and/or outpatient experience.
The radiology unit provides a variety of radiology procedures within the different modalities, including breast radiology services. We provide opportunities for professional and personal development.
Key skills required:
• Evidence of effective interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise with multidisciplinary team members.
• Experience of working in a pressurised environment.
• Experience of working in a relevant care environment, eg. within a hospital in a radiology or outpatient department.
The successful candidate should be a highly motivated individual with good communication skills. The successful candidate should be punctual, presentable and courteous at all times and be able to remain calm under pressure.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to be flexible in their approach.
The post holder will work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of an efficient and effective diagnostic imaging service.
The department assistant will be responsible for assisting in the timely, efficient and courteous provision of the diagnostic imaging service. This will include:
• Communicating appointment details to patients both by phone and in writing.
• Ensuring that all patients are appropriately prepared and ready for imaging at the required time.
• Assisting radiographers and Radiologists in the performance of Diagnostic Imaging examination and procedures.
• Provision of appropriate patient care.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
2.1. To assist in radiographic examinations undertaken within diagnostics at Cavendish Square (CT, MRI, mammography, ultrasound and x-ray).
2.3. To deal with colleagues, patients, carers and relatives in a helpful, reassuring and friendly manner.
2.4. To support radiographic, medical and nursing staff in the examination of patients by ensuring a safe, clean and hygienic working environment.
2.5. Ensure patients are appropriately prepared for radiographic examinations and procedures following defined protocols.
2.6. Assist patients in their personal preparation for diagnostic imaging tests and procedures, including helping with dressing.
2.7. Measure and record patients’ height and weight.
Person specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Evidence of education to GCSE / NVQ level 2 or equivalent.
Desirable criteria
2. Evidence of A level in one subject or equivalent
3. Basic life support skills
Experience
Essential criteria
4. Experience of working with a variety of staff.
5. Evidence of effective interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise with multidisciplinary team members
6. Experience of working in a pressurised environment.
Desirable criteria
7. Experience of using a hospital system
8. Experience of working in the NHS
9. Experience of working in relevant care environment, e.g. within a hospital in radiology or outpatient department or nursing home.
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential criteria
10. Ability to handle sensitive information without compromising confidentiality or trust.
11. Willingness and demonstrable ability to work as part of a team
12. Demonstrable evidence of personal and Professional development.
Desirable criteria
13. Ability to use booking and IT systems.
14. Experience of typing and data entry
Other Requirements
Essential criteria
15. Evidence of commitment to customer care initiatives
16. Knowledge and understanding of quality issues
17. Evidence of understanding the NHS Plan
The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.
Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.
Flu Vaccination – What We Expect of our Staff
At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease.
The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust.
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Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.