Job summary
We are looking for individuals who have a flexible approach
to working, those who are caring, kind and compassionate, and happy to work as
part of a large but inclusive team within the Ultrasound Departments of The Mid
Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust.
Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust includes Pontefract,
Pinderfields (Wakefield) and Dewsbury Hospitals, the newly opened Wakefield
Community Diagnostic centre (CDC) and from 6 GP practises in the Community. You will be expected to work across the three
hospital sites.
Clinical Support Workers (CSW) undertake a variety of roles
which include administrative and patient care duties, working closely with
sonographers in the clinical setting.
A reasonable standard of secondary education and basic
computer skills are essential.
If you are enthusiastic, caring and enjoy working in a busy
clinical environment this may be the opportunity for you.
Patterns of work are daytime shifts with a requirement to
work between 7:30am and 6:00pm. Services are provided 7 days per week across
the three hospital sites.
Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust is well placed along the M1 and M62
corridors with good links to Leeds and Sheffield.
For details of posts or an informal visit, contact Kay
Hodge Ultrasound Team Leader on 01924 541592 kay.hodge@nhs.net.
DUE TO THE
ANTICIPATED HIGH NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POST WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO
CLOSE THE VACANCY BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE
*Interview for this post will commence on 26/03/2025*
Main duties of the job
To work as a
member of the team delivering high quality service within Ultrasound.
To carry out
administration duties in a manner that supports departmental targets and
ensures compliance with standard operating procedures.
To undertake both
administrative and patient care duties to enable a patient focused
service.
About us
We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. Its important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist the Radiologists, Sonographers, and other staff in providing a comprehensive efficient service.
The post holder will ensure that patient documentation is administered efficiently using the Radiology Information System and the eCaMIS PAS system.
In relation to patient care the post holder will ensure that every effort is made to maintain patient safety and wellbeing, adhering to moving and handling policies to ensure that patients come to no harm.
Booking in/attending patients on the Radiology information system, performing ID checks to comply with policy.
The post holder will ensure that patients are appropriately dressed for their procedure, assisting the patient in dressing and undressing as required, escort the patient in and out of the examination room and help position the patient for their examination as appropriate.
The post holder will prepare the room for the patients examination and prepare and administer to patients oral preparation, under guidance of the Sonographers.
Chaperone patients when required.
Monitor patients in the waiting areas and respond to their needs if a patient requires further assistance.
The post holder will undertake general observation of patients and report any concerns to the Sonographers or medical staff.
The post holder will adhere to control of infection policies in support of patients with known infection, paying attention to personal protection (e.g. use of appropriate PPE).
The post holder will ensure that the environment and equipment is clean and fit for purpose to reduce the incidence of hospital acquired infection.
The post holder may be required to undergo training for aseptic non-touch technique (ANTT).
The post holder will be required to become competent in using the CARPS web logger to arrange portering tasks.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist the Radiologists, Sonographers, and other staff in providing a comprehensive efficient service.
The post holder will ensure that patient documentation is administered efficiently using the Radiology Information System and the eCaMIS PAS system.
In relation to patient care the post holder will ensure that every effort is made to maintain patient safety and wellbeing, adhering to moving and handling policies to ensure that patients come to no harm.
Booking in/attending patients on the Radiology information system, performing ID checks to comply with policy.
The post holder will ensure that patients are appropriately dressed for their procedure, assisting the patient in dressing and undressing as required, escort the patient in and out of the examination room and help position the patient for their examination as appropriate.
The post holder will prepare the room for the patients examination and prepare and administer to patients oral preparation, under guidance of the Sonographers.
Chaperone patients when required.
Monitor patients in the waiting areas and respond to their needs if a patient requires further assistance.
The post holder will undertake general observation of patients and report any concerns to the Sonographers or medical staff.
The post holder will adhere to control of infection policies in support of patients with known infection, paying attention to personal protection (e.g. use of appropriate PPE).
The post holder will ensure that the environment and equipment is clean and fit for purpose to reduce the incidence of hospital acquired infection.
The post holder may be required to undergo training for aseptic non-touch technique (ANTT).
The post holder will be required to become competent in using the CARPS web logger to arrange portering tasks.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Awareness of own limitations.
- Awareness of risks, identifying them and alerting appropriate personnel.
- Able to communicate clearly and concisely.
Desirable
- Awareness of Health & Safety at work.
- Awareness of Moving & Handling.
- Understanding of patient confidentiality.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Basic computer literacy and keyboard skills.
- Ability to receive and communicate information verbally and in writing.
- Maintain a safe working environment for self and others.
Desirable
- IT skills and qualifications.
- Ability to work accurately under pressure.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to act diplomatically in sensitive situations involving patients or staff.
- Friendly, respectful of colleagues, approachable, clean and tidy appearance.
- Good customer service/patient care skills.
- Able to fulfil all physical aspects of the role including manoeuvring trolleys and beds, ability to assist frail and ill patients.
- Awareness of own limitations.
- A willingness to abide by the Trusts Equality and Diversity and Health and Safety Policies.
Desirable
- Ability to work under moderate pressure.
- Adaptable to changing environment.
Qualifications
Essential
- A reasonable standard of education to include CSE or GCSE in English Language and Maths or equivalent/experience.
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2/3 qualification in related subject.
- IT skills qualifications.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of good customer or patient care.
- Basic Computer skills.
Desirable
- Previous experience in an administrative role.
- Experience of working within a related area e.g. Health/Social Care Setting.
- A willingness to learn NHS computer software systems.
- Experience of working with confidential material.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Awareness of own limitations.
- Awareness of risks, identifying them and alerting appropriate personnel.
- Able to communicate clearly and concisely.
Desirable
- Awareness of Health & Safety at work.
- Awareness of Moving & Handling.
- Understanding of patient confidentiality.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Basic computer literacy and keyboard skills.
- Ability to receive and communicate information verbally and in writing.
- Maintain a safe working environment for self and others.
Desirable
- IT skills and qualifications.
- Ability to work accurately under pressure.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to act diplomatically in sensitive situations involving patients or staff.
- Friendly, respectful of colleagues, approachable, clean and tidy appearance.
- Good customer service/patient care skills.
- Able to fulfil all physical aspects of the role including manoeuvring trolleys and beds, ability to assist frail and ill patients.
- Awareness of own limitations.
- A willingness to abide by the Trusts Equality and Diversity and Health and Safety Policies.
Desirable
- Ability to work under moderate pressure.
- Adaptable to changing environment.
Qualifications
Essential
- A reasonable standard of education to include CSE or GCSE in English Language and Maths or equivalent/experience.
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2/3 qualification in related subject.
- IT skills qualifications.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of good customer or patient care.
- Basic Computer skills.
Desirable
- Previous experience in an administrative role.
- Experience of working within a related area e.g. Health/Social Care Setting.
- A willingness to learn NHS computer software systems.
- Experience of working with confidential material.
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).
