Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to be part of our Imaging Team. You will need to have excellent communication and organisational skills and be able to work under pressure. Flexibility and an ability to manage change will be fundamental to your role.
You will work in the respective specialised area of the department, (please see individual job descriptions) working together with the radiographers, nurses and doctors to help deliver a high quality, patient focussed service.
This role requires a flexible approach to working. In helping to deliver our service, this role may involve evening and weekend working within your contracted hours.
The Imaging department at Charing Cross Hospital offers a comprehensive range of procedures over all modalities in both clinical and research fields.
Main duties of the job
- Assist with patient care whilst supporting the professional team.
- Communicate effectively and support the smooth running of the service.
- Maintain a safe working environment.
- Perform clerical duties.
- Stock and equipment maintenance.
- Provides educational support to their junior team members.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Level 3 (A or T-Level) qualifications or equivalent levels of experience
- Completion of care certificate
Desirable
- Previous training within related healthcare role
- IV cannulation certificate
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as an Imaging Assistant
Desirable
- Experience of working within a US, CT & MR Imaging department
Skills
Essential
- Interpersonal and organisational skills
- Accuracy with an ability to understand protocol
- Able to communicate clearly both in written and spoken English with a wide range of stakeholders from a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Cannulation skills
- Conflict resolution
- Teaching/training experience
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Level 3 (A or T-Level) qualifications or equivalent levels of experience
- Completion of care certificate
Desirable
- Previous training within related healthcare role
- IV cannulation certificate
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as an Imaging Assistant
Desirable
- Experience of working within a US, CT & MR Imaging department
Skills
Essential
- Interpersonal and organisational skills
- Accuracy with an ability to understand protocol
- Able to communicate clearly both in written and spoken English with a wide range of stakeholders from a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Cannulation skills
- Conflict resolution
- Teaching/training experience
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).
