Job summary
We currently have a vacancy for a Band 2 Imaging Assistant within the X-Ray Department. Imaging Department Assistants enjoy an important role, assisting Radiologists and Radiographers with patient care, data input, infection prevention and image acquisition.
Full training will be given to the successful candidate.
We are inviting applications from enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our friendly team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to gain experience in working within a team of staff in a health care environment.
Main duties of the job
To work as an effective member of the Radiology team, providing support to the Radiologists, Radiographers and Nursing Staff in the delivery of the highest standards of patient care.
About us
You can expect a warm and friendly welcome from our x-ray team here at the James Paget Hospital. The successful candidate will benefit from the knowledge and experience of approachable staff to feel supported and mentored throughout their role as an Imaging Assistant.
We value individuals and encourage you to get the most out of your personal development and career progression, which in turn supports the hospital in delivering high quality health care for its patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To demonstrate excellent standards of presentation and communication as a frontline representative of the department and the Trust.
To communicate with patients with a sympathetic and understanding attitude.
To assist in the maintenance of good communication with staff of all disciplines and visitors to the hospital.
Maintain patient confidentiality in respect of all aspects of patient care, and ensure all confidential waste is disposed correctly in accordance with Trust policy.
To maintain high standards of record keeping, both manually and electronically.
To complete check lists daily
Please see attached job description in full.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To demonstrate excellent standards of presentation and communication as a frontline representative of the department and the Trust.
To communicate with patients with a sympathetic and understanding attitude.
To assist in the maintenance of good communication with staff of all disciplines and visitors to the hospital.
Maintain patient confidentiality in respect of all aspects of patient care, and ensure all confidential waste is disposed correctly in accordance with Trust policy.
To maintain high standards of record keeping, both manually and electronically.
To complete check lists daily
Please see attached job description in full.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
Desirable
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
- Experience of working in a hospital or care environment
- Knowledge of the hospital environment
- Working knowledge of the Radiology Information systems (CRIS)
- Basic understanding of working with radiation
Skills abilities and competencies
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Understanding confidentiality
- Ability to cope with physical challenges such as manual handling.
- Ability to work a flexible work pattern.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
Desirable
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
- Experience of working in a hospital or care environment
- Knowledge of the hospital environment
- Working knowledge of the Radiology Information systems (CRIS)
- Basic understanding of working with radiation
Skills abilities and competencies
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Understanding confidentiality
- Ability to cope with physical challenges such as manual handling.
- Ability to work a flexible work pattern.
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.
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.
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).
