Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Radiology Department Assistant to assist radiographic, nursing and medical staff with clinical and administrative duties working a mixture of shifts Monday to Sunday.
Applicants must have a minimum of 6 Months experience (current) in a similar role in a Health or Social Care Environment. Possession of NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care OR an acceptable, alternative Level 2 Qualification will be an advantage.Good communication skills with a sympathetic approach to patients and carers are also essential.
Main duties of the job
Working 8am to 8pm with 45 minute break - 11.25 hour duty on a rota basis covering Monday to Sunday. Additional shifts are 08:30 - 17:00 Mon - Sun, and 16:00 - 00:00 Mon - Sun
Full and Part Time Hours are available. Please indicate your preferred hours in your application
You will be providing support for patients undergoing different types of imaging. You will be the first point of contact for our patients and will help to explain the process to them, as well as ready them for their examinations. You will work closely with the Radiographers to ensure that patients are ready for their imaging examinations, and are supported post-imaging.
You will be responsible for managing work-lists, changing patients, prepping examinations, cannulating patients and taking additional supporting details to name just a few responsibilities.
We are a busy department and our RDA's are essential to good patient care and efficient imaging lists.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good level of general education including Maths and English
- NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
Desirable
- National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
- Evidence of additional training relevant to role
Experience
Essential
- 6 Months experience (current) in a similar role in a Health or Social Care Environment
- Previous experience as working as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience of working in NHS and / or Radiology
- Experience of Trust Systems (OASIS PAS & ESearcher)
- Experience of Radiology Systems (CRIS & PACS)
Skills/ Knowledge / Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work under instruction from a Registered Practitioner with direct supervision and support
- Good keyboard and IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook
- Ability to demonstrate care, compassion and commitment to/for patients and carers
- Able to communicate with patients, colleagues and other departments in an efficient, coherent and professional manner
- Ability to deal with difficult situations with tact and diplomacy
- Able to move patients safely within hospital environment including use of moving aids, trolleys etc
- Knowledge of personal care and monitoring of patients
Other
Essential
- Reliable work record
- Ability to work a variety of shifts as described
- DBS Enhanced Disclosure
- Evidence that personal behaviour reflects Trust Values
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good level of general education including Maths and English
- NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
Desirable
- National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
- Evidence of additional training relevant to role
Experience
Essential
- 6 Months experience (current) in a similar role in a Health or Social Care Environment
- Previous experience as working as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience of working in NHS and / or Radiology
- Experience of Trust Systems (OASIS PAS & ESearcher)
- Experience of Radiology Systems (CRIS & PACS)
Skills/ Knowledge / Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work under instruction from a Registered Practitioner with direct supervision and support
- Good keyboard and IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook
- Ability to demonstrate care, compassion and commitment to/for patients and carers
- Able to communicate with patients, colleagues and other departments in an efficient, coherent and professional manner
- Ability to deal with difficult situations with tact and diplomacy
- Able to move patients safely within hospital environment including use of moving aids, trolleys etc
- Knowledge of personal care and monitoring of patients
Other
Essential
- Reliable work record
- Ability to work a variety of shifts as described
- DBS Enhanced Disclosure
- Evidence that personal behaviour reflects Trust Values
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).
