Radiology Department Assistant

Job summary

Radiology Department Assistant Band 2

Our friendly Radiology department is looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join the team. The successful candidates will work across department alongside radiographers, sonographers, radiologists and nursing staff. We welcome females to apply in order to maintain a balanced workforce and because we require candidates to act as a chaperones.

The successful candidate will be expected to rotate through all aspects of the Imaging department at Croydon. At time, they will also be expected to rotate through the Imaging department at Purley Memorial Hospital and our new upcoming community diagnostic centre in New Addington.

Main duties of the job

This role involves assisting with all aspects of Radiology examinations which includes preparing patients for examinations, helping to position patients for examinations, assisting with interventional procedures as well as having knowledge of basic anatomy and medical terminology.The role is patient focused so good communication skills are essential to assist patients, as well as demonstrating care and empathy to patients who are unwell or distressed. The post holder will contribute to the provision of a high standard of care for patients and carry out some duties unaided, in accordance with Trust/Directorate policy, at the discretion of qualified staff.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.

Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children's Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital.

Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. As well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development.