Job summary
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an EVENING X-RAY ASSISTANT at Poole Hospital, University Hospitals Dorset.
Current we have vacancy in our team of 3 evening X-ray assistants. The successful candidate would become part of the X-ray Evening Assistant team and rota, working 3 consecutive evenings a week pro rota between the hours 16:30 - 00:15. All duties would mainly be based in the Emergency Department (ED) and Urgent Treatment Care (UTC) areas in X-ray, although an element of support in main X-ray is expect as required.
The role involves supporting the radiographers in the imaging of our patients, offering patient care and assistance as required. The role also has a strong element in communicating with the wards and basic IT skills.
Base Location: Poole Hospital
Interview Date: TBC
Main duties of the job
Main duties include;
- assisting the radiographers
- working and being part of the X-ray team
- changing and prepping patients when required
- transporting trolley patients between areas.
- communicating and organising patients from the wards
- using the radiology IT and portering systems.
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To undertake some clerical duties including use of the Radiology Information System and E.D. Agyle system.
- Ensure the integrity of all documentation prior to an examination/investigation being undertaken.
- Ensure all documentation is recorded accurately, legibly, signed and dated in accordance with Trust and departmental policies and procedures.
- To assist in the moving of patients, equipment or stock.
- To maintain cleanliness and tidiness in all patient and staff areas, including damp dusting X-ray equipment.
- To maintain adequate stock levels of consumables in X-ray rooms.
- To be responsible for accurate record keeping and the quality input of patient data on all Trust I.T. systems.
- To ensure mandatory training & competency is maintained through BEAT, inclusive of resuscitation techniques, H&S, fire, and Manual Handling.
- To adhere to all departmental protocols & policies.
- To possess initiative, developed judgement and decision-making skills.
- To be flexible in respect to working arrangements, to ensure the needs of the patient are met.
- To undertake other duties that may be assigned from time to time by mutual consent in accordance with the development of the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To undertake some clerical duties including use of the Radiology Information System and E.D. Agyle system.
- Ensure the integrity of all documentation prior to an examination/investigation being undertaken.
- Ensure all documentation is recorded accurately, legibly, signed and dated in accordance with Trust and departmental policies and procedures.
- To assist in the moving of patients, equipment or stock.
- To maintain cleanliness and tidiness in all patient and staff areas, including damp dusting X-ray equipment.
- To maintain adequate stock levels of consumables in X-ray rooms.
- To be responsible for accurate record keeping and the quality input of patient data on all Trust I.T. systems.
- To ensure mandatory training & competency is maintained through BEAT, inclusive of resuscitation techniques, H&S, fire, and Manual Handling.
- To adhere to all departmental protocols & policies.
- To possess initiative, developed judgement and decision-making skills.
- To be flexible in respect to working arrangements, to ensure the needs of the patient are met.
- To undertake other duties that may be assigned from time to time by mutual consent in accordance with the development of the post.
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication
- Ability to work within a team
- Patient care
- Ability to cope with patients who are anxious, distressed or ill
- Personal time management
- Basic understanding and competency in computers and data input
Desirable
- Previous use of NHS IT systems, RIS & EPR
Qualifications
Essential
- General Education to GCSE level or equivalent
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrate an enthusiastic attitude
- Keen to learn and be an active part of the X-ray & Radiology team
- Flexibility in working
Knowledge
Essential
- Base understanding of UHD values
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication
- Ability to work within a team
- Patient care
- Ability to cope with patients who are anxious, distressed or ill
- Personal time management
- Basic understanding and competency in computers and data input
Desirable
- Previous use of NHS IT systems, RIS & EPR
Qualifications
Essential
- General Education to GCSE level or equivalent
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrate an enthusiastic attitude
- Keen to learn and be an active part of the X-ray & Radiology team
- Flexibility in working
Knowledge
Essential
- Base understanding of UHD values
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.
