Radiology Department Assistant

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

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Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic, patient focused, hard working individual who can join our Radiology team as a Radiology Department Assistant (RDA).

With a view to expanding our CT , US and mammography services , will require flexibility to work 8-8 cross site to increase capacity and offer greater access for the patients we serve. Radiology are looking for full or part-time staff. Flexible hours are expected as well as working weekends as part of a rota.

Main duties of the job

The candidate must be flexible, dynamic, patient focused and able to work as part of a team. interprofessional communication skills is essential working alongside Consultant Radiologists, Radiographers and other healthcare workers.

This post is a cross site position based at Queen Marys Hospital Sidcup, with expectation to work at other sites of Darent Valley Hospital and Erith Hospital, as part of Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust(DGT) . DGT is a progressive and forward thinking Trust serving a growing local population of 600,000, across the Bexley and Dartford boroughs.

At DGT, we have an extensive range of modalities including DR, CT, MRI, ultrasound, breast imaging, nuclear medicine, bone densitometry, interventional and cardiac angiography and all aspects of general and fluoroscopic radiography.

For more information contact Bradley Smith Operational Lead Radiology Manger on 02039605541 or bradleysmith@nhs.net .

Working days and or shift patterns will be agreed by the line manager to meet the needs of a extended hours and weekend service.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all of our staff are double vaccinated against COVID-19, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and our patients.

Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Date posted

30 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£27,129 to £28,649 a year incl HCAS per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

252-5844340

Job locations

Queen Mary Hospital Sidcup

Frognal Avenue

Sidcup

DA14 6LT

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as an assistant to the Radiologists, Radiographers and Nurses

To participate in the reception of patients. Duties may involve patient registration, booking appointments, caring for patients, preparing equipment and materials prior to procedures, telephone duties and chaperoning

To be responsible for the basic personal care and observation of patients within the department before, during and after their examination

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as an assistant to the Radiologists, Radiographers and Nurses

To be responsible for the basic personal care and observation of patients within the department before, during and after their examination

Person Specification

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Essential

Broad general education
Previous NHS experience and training

Desirable

GCSEs
Health care related NVQ

KNOWLEDGE

Essential

Able to work effectively in an Imaging department
Good communication skills with patients, colleagues and other Trust workers
Knowledge of general radiological procedures
Working knowledge of radiation protection issues, including the Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposures) Regulations and the local rules
Ability to work safely, avoiding the hazards that may be encountered in Radiology
Ability to prioritise workload
Perform IV cannulation

Desirable

PC skills
Awareness of NHS agenda

EXPERIENCE

Essential

Evidence of ability to work within a team
Evidence of ability to communicate with the general public
Previous experience of working in the NHS or with patients

Desirable

Experience of work involving dealing with members of the public

Person Specification

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Essential

Broad general education
Previous NHS experience and training

Desirable

GCSEs
Health care related NVQ

KNOWLEDGE

Essential

Able to work effectively in an Imaging department
Good communication skills with patients, colleagues and other Trust workers
Knowledge of general radiological procedures
Working knowledge of radiation protection issues, including the Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposures) Regulations and the local rules
Ability to work safely, avoiding the hazards that may be encountered in Radiology
Ability to prioritise workload
Perform IV cannulation

Desirable

PC skills
Awareness of NHS agenda

EXPERIENCE

Essential

Evidence of ability to work within a team
Evidence of ability to communicate with the general public
Previous experience of working in the NHS or with patients

Desirable

Experience of work involving dealing with members of the public

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.