Job summary
Are you a passionate, driven, enthusiastic individual? Then look no further!
An amazing position is available for a qualified Radiography Assistant Practitioner. You will support the plain film service based at Chorley Hospital although there may be some requirement to work at other Trust sites.
You will be working as a Radiographic Assistant Practitioner under IRMER to produce high quality plain film images to aid in the diagnosis of patients conditions.
There is an expectation to work evenings and weekends and to gain accreditation with the College of Radiographers
Main duties of the job
As an integral member of the x-ray department, you will consistently uphold rigorous standards of patient care. Your responsibilities include aiding radiographers in acquiring diagnostic-quality x-rays, as well as providing assistance in patient chaperoning and changing procedures.
You will adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) while continuously maintaining your competency. You will collaborate closely with radiography practitioners to ensure the provision of a seamless 24-hour service, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of our department's operations.
About us
We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.
Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.
You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet new people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.
You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties to include but not be limited to:
- Undertake a defined range of routine diagnostic examinations.
- Provide good quality personalised care in accordance with agreed local and national standards.
- Undertake duties relevant to the clinical area following achievement of competencies.
- Assist to maintain patient safety, confirming to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Assist in maintaining standards of care to improve the patient experience and outcome of care.
- Promote equality in care and practice by recognising, respecting and meeting the needs and choices of individuals.
- Contribute to maintaining safe, clean and productive environments, compliant with standards for hygiene and cleanliness.
- Actively try to resolve issues and complaints at local level and then report the outcome to line manager.
- Maintain and develop own competence.
- Process information according to local and national requirements.
Please note that the interview date may differ.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties to include but not be limited to:
- Undertake a defined range of routine diagnostic examinations.
- Provide good quality personalised care in accordance with agreed local and national standards.
- Undertake duties relevant to the clinical area following achievement of competencies.
- Assist to maintain patient safety, confirming to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Assist in maintaining standards of care to improve the patient experience and outcome of care.
- Promote equality in care and practice by recognising, respecting and meeting the needs and choices of individuals.
- Contribute to maintaining safe, clean and productive environments, compliant with standards for hygiene and cleanliness.
- Actively try to resolve issues and complaints at local level and then report the outcome to line manager.
- Maintain and develop own competence.
- Process information according to local and national requirements.
Please note that the interview date may differ.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- GCSE in English and Mathematics - grade C or above
- Experience working as an Assistant Practitioner in Radiography
- Assistant Practitioner Qualification/Equivalent
Desirable
- Basic IT skills
- Level 2 numeracy
- SoR Accreditation
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in an acute healthcare setting
- Able to demonstrate Health & Safety awareness
- Aware of the concept and application of confidentiality
- Demonstrates an understanding of the role of a band 4 assistant practitioner
Desirable
- Knowledge of x-ray equipment and uses
- IR(ME)R Awareness
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- GCSE in English and Mathematics - grade C or above
- Experience working as an Assistant Practitioner in Radiography
- Assistant Practitioner Qualification/Equivalent
Desirable
- Basic IT skills
- Level 2 numeracy
- SoR Accreditation
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in an acute healthcare setting
- Able to demonstrate Health & Safety awareness
- Aware of the concept and application of confidentiality
- Demonstrates an understanding of the role of a band 4 assistant practitioner
Desirable
- Knowledge of x-ray equipment and uses
- IR(ME)R Awareness
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).
