Job summary
JOB TITLE: Radiology Department Assistant
BAND: 2 (£22383)
BASE: Your primary base will be Leicester Royal Infirmary , however travel between UHL's hospital sites will be required
HOURS: 37.5 worked over 7 days
REPORTS TO: RDA Managers, RDA Service Managers and Radiology Super Superintendents
ACCOUNTABLE TO: Imaging Operational Lead
We are looking for an enthusiastic and flexible RDA to join our Imaging Team; to work within the multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care and quality of examinations within the Radiology Department, under the direction and supervision of an appropriate Registered Health Care Professional.
To help with basic administration duties including using Radiology computer systems. To support 7 day, 24 hour working, including bank/public holidays as required by the needs of the Service.
Main duties of the job
- To work within the multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care and quality of examinations within the Radiology Department under the direction and supervision of an appropriate Registered Health Care Professional.
- To help with basic administration duties including using Radiology computer systems.
- The RDA will work closely with clinical and non-clinical colleagues within the Radiology Department and liaise with other departments and wards to ensure effective communication.
- Perform basic post procedure monitoring including ECG, Blood pressure measurement, BM sticks with adherence to relevant policies and procedures. To assist in the safe discharge ofthe patient from the department.
- Assist in the cleaning and preparation of the room prior to and post procedure.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work within the multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care and quality of examinations within the Radiology Department under the direction and supervision of an appropriate Registered Health Care Professional.
- To help with basic administration duties including using Radiology computer systems.
- The RDA will work closely with clinical and non-clinical colleagues within the Radiology Department and liaise with other departments and wards to ensure effective communication.
- Perform basic post procedure monitoring including ECG, Blood pressure measurement, BM sticks with adherence to relevant policies and procedures. To assist in the safe discharge ofthe patient from the department.
- Assist in the cleaning and preparation of the room prior to and post procedure.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work within the multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care and quality of examinations within the Radiology Department under the direction and supervision of an appropriate Registered Health Care Professional.
- To help with basic administration duties including using Radiology computer systems.
- The RDA will work closely with clinical and non-clinical colleagues within the Radiology Department and liaise with other departments and wards to ensure effective communication.
- Perform basic post procedure monitoring including ECG, Blood pressure measurement, BM sticks with adherence to relevant policies and procedures. To assist in the safe discharge ofthe patient from the department.
- Assist in the cleaning and preparation of the room prior to and post procedure.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people in a paid or unpaid environment
- Experience with working in a patient or customer facing role
Desirable
- Experience working in a health related environment
Communication skills
Essential
- Good understanding of written and spoken English
- Experience in Admin, Basic IM&T and patient care essential
- Evidence of a flexible approach to work and duties
- Previous team work experience
Desirable
Computer skills
Essential
- Previous clerical skills/working with computers
Desirable
- Good use of English language, grammar and spelling
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people in a paid or unpaid environment
- Experience with working in a patient or customer facing role
Desirable
- Experience working in a health related environment
Communication skills
Essential
- Good understanding of written and spoken English
- Experience in Admin, Basic IM&T and patient care essential
- Evidence of a flexible approach to work and duties
- Previous team work experience
Desirable
Computer skills
Essential
- Previous clerical skills/working with computers
Desirable
- Good use of English language, grammar and spelling
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).
