About this role
Job summary
Would you like the opportunity of working as part of a team of healthcare professionals?
Are you hardworking, forward thinking and enjoy working in a busy, friendly environment?
If so, this could be the ideal job for you. We have a vacancy for an Apprentice Radiographic Assistant in the Department of Radiology.
The post involves caring for patients, preparation for examinations, housekeeping, clerical and general administrative duties in all areas including X-ray, CT and MRI Scanning, Ultrasound and Mammography, as well as assisting with PACS image processing.
***Please note that the advertised closing date is indicative only, this vacancy may close early when sufficient applications are received.***
Main duties of the job
You must be able to relate appropriately and sensitively to patients needs in the imaging department. Previous nursing or health care worker experience would be advantageous. You must also be able to work as an effective team member alongside Radiographers, Radiologists and Assistants to ensure the efficient provision of the imaging service.
Good interpersonal and communication and IT skills are essential as is the ability to work under pressure.
You will be required to provide assistance and care for patients within the Department of Radiology. In addition to :
Providing support and assistance to Consultants and Radiographers. Work within a professional, self managed patient care team and perform housekeeping and support duties of high standards whilst rotating through all sections throughout the department.
About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
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 documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications Essential
GSCE pass in English and Mathematics or equivalent
Skills/Abilities Essential
Good telephone manner Ability to work as a team member Work independently
Desirable
Computer skills
Experience Essential
Dealing with the public Previous experience of work in person orientated environment
Desirable
Previous NHS or healthcare experience
Knowledge Essential
Understanding hospital environment Understanding of all types of patients and service users
Other Requirement Essential
Ability to deal in stressful situations Problem solving skills Flexible to needs of service Willingness to work according to and be involved in the development of departmental procedures
Trust Values Essential
Understanding and demonstration of the 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.
Employer details Employer name Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Homerton Row
London
E9 6SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)