Job summary
- Main area
- Radiology
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Weekend & Bank Holidays)
- Job ref
- 358-6840732-CSI
- Employer
- University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Glenfield Hospital
- Town
- Leicester
- Salary
- £24,071 - £25,674 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 30/12/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Radiology Department Assistant
NHS AfC: Band 3
We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work / life balance
Job overview
- Basic clerical and reception duties including using Radiology computer systems
- To assist patients prior to, during, and after the examination including being able to give the patient a basic explanation of procedures
- Assist in the safe discharge of the patient from the department
- Ensure accuracy of patient and examination details
- Assist in the cleaning and preparation of the room prior to and post procedure
- Liaise with other departments and wards to ensure effective communication
- Ensure mandatory training is up to date and remain updated with new developments and policies
- Expected to undertake Care Certificate
Main duties of the job
- Carry out duties as assigned: involving patient care, welfare: assisting the Radiology team where appropriate.
- To assist patients prior to, during, and after the examination including being able to give the patient a basic explanation of procedures
- Assist in the safe discharge of the patient from the department
- Assist in the cleaning and preparation of the room prior to and post procedure
- Assist with Interventional procedures.
- Ensure the maintenance of patient confidentiality at all times.
- Dependent on your base site, you will perform post procedure monitoring including ECG, blood pressure measurement, and capillary blood glucose measurement: all in accordance with relevant policies and procedures
- Co-ordinating inpatient waitlists
- To undertake the insertion of cannula in compliance with Imaging Service protocol, following training, and if required by the role.
- To assist with fluoroscopy procedures and/or biopsies to include preparing of trolleys and/or assisting during the procedure and/or post procedural monitoring of patients. To undertake wound care, as required.
- To be responsible for stock levels by monitoring, ordering stock when required and checking areas for out of date stock. Also to check deliveries against stock orders to ensure and auditable system.
- Support the service by only undertaking work that is within own skill level and competence.
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Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:Ìý
- high-quality care for all,Ìý
- being a great place to work,Ìý
- partnerships for impact, andÌý
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,Ìý
- we are inclusive, andÌý
- we are one teamÌý
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Carry out duties as assigned: involving patient care, welfare: assisting the Radiology team where appropriate.
- To assist patients prior to, during, and after the examination including being able to give the patient a basic explanation of procedures
- Assist in the safe discharge of the patient from the department
- To demonstrate high levels of patient care and work closely with qualified staff maintaining a hands on approach to patient needs.
- Adhere to infection control measures and perform the cleaning of equipment post procedure in line with relevant protocols and policies.
- Assist in the cleaning and preparation of the room prior to and post procedure
- Assist with Interventional procedures.
- Ensure the maintenance of patient confidentiality at all times.
- Dependent on your base site, you will perform post procedure monitoring including ECG, blood pressure measurement, and capillary blood glucose measurement: all in accordance with relevant policies and procedures
- Co-ordinating inpatient waitlists
- To undertake the insertion of cannula in compliance with Imaging Service protocol, following training, and if required by the role.
- To assist with fluoroscopy procedures and/or biopsies to include preparing of trolleys and/or assisting during the procedure and/or post procedural monitoring of patients. To undertake wound care, as required.
- To be responsible for stock levels by monitoring, ordering stock when required and checking areas for out of date stock. Also to check deliveries against stock orders to ensure and auditable system.
- Support the service by only undertaking work that is within own skill level and competence.
- Ensure the maintenance of patient confidentiality at all times
- To help with ongoing staff training in this area
- Maintain effective communication regarding issues relating to assigned duties, promptly reporting areas of concern.
- Participate in rotation around the Radiology Department as required
- Perform safety checks on protective clothing including lead aprons and gloves and maintenance of records in line with IRR 17 Regulations, where required.
Person specification
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential criteria
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Training & Qualifications
Essential criteria
- To have attained a broad education - minimum 3 GCSEs Grade C or above or equivalent
- To have a good understanding and the ability to communicate in English both written and spoken
- Commitment to study for Apprenticeship Level 3 qualification or equivalent within a determined timescale
Desirable criteria
- GCSE English or equivalent
- Care Certificate
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working with people in either paid employment or in a voluntary capacity
- Minimum of 12 months in Health Care
Desirable criteria
- Basic Administration Skills
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Nick Henson
- Job title
- RDA Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07964798611
- Additional information
Rebecca Edmonds
Service Manager -07939978207
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