About this role
Job summary Interviews will be face to face Only. We are unable to provide a teams interview.
Join one of the largest and most innovative radiology services in the East Midlands
At ULTH, you'll be part of an ambitious and expanding radiology service delivering outstanding patient care across 11 state-of-the-art sites throughout Lincolnshire. Following significant investment in our services, our departments offer access to the latest imaging technologies, including Digital Radiography, CT, MRI, Ultrasound and Interventional Radiology, making this an exciting place to start or develop your healthcare career.
We are recruiting enthusiastic and caringRadiology Clinical Healthcare Support Workers to join our growing teams:
? Boston - 17 vacancies available supporting both the new Boston Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) and Pilgrim Hospital Boston
? Lincoln - 5 vacancies available supporting both Lincoln County Hospital and the Lincoln Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC)
Why this role is different This is far more than a support worker position. You'll become an essential part of the patient journey, working alongside highly skilled radiographers, radiologists, sonographers and nurses while gaining exposure to a wide range of imaging specialties and procedures.
No 2 days are the same. From helping patients through diagnostic examinations to supporting cutting-edge imaging services, you'll develop valuable skills in a fast-paced, rewarding and technologically advanced environment.
Main duties of the job
Are you passionate about patient care and looking to join a friendly, supportive, and innovative Radiology team? We are seeking enthusiastic Radiology Clinical Healthcare Support Workers to help deliver an excellent experience for our patients across our Radiology services.
In this varied and rewarding role, you will support Radiographers, Sonographers, and the wider multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality care throughout the patient's imaging journey. You will assist with patient care, supervision, and movement within the department, while providing a welcoming and professional service to patients, relatives, carers, and visitors.
We're looking for individuals who are:
Caring, compassionate, and patient-focused Excellent communicators with strong verbal and written skills Able to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team Flexible, adaptable, and proactive in their approach Committed to delivering high standards of care and service Motivated to learn and develop professionally Why Join Us? Our service operates extended hours across multiple hospital sites, so flexibility is essential. The role includes weekday and weekend working on a supportive rota, and successful candidates must be able to travel between Trust locations as required.
If you are looking for a rewarding healthcare role where your contribution is valued and every day offers new opportunities to learn, grow, and support patients, we'd love to hear from you.
About us
Lincoln Hospital is a thriving university city and with the opening of the medical school, it provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust has been granted teaching hospital status, after demonstrating evidence to significant teaching commitment. From now on it will be known as United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Pilgrim Hospital is situated in beautiful countryside and serves the communities in the South Lincolnshire area. It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.
Grantham and District Hospital serves the communities of Grantham and the local area. It provides ambulatory paediatric and accident and emergency services.
Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS) and United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust (ULHT) have come together in a Group arrangement, with the goal of improving the care provided to patients across the county.
This will not constitute a formal merger of the two organisations, but will bring the Trusts together under a single Board and Executive Leadership Team, with the goal of improving the care that is provided to patients both in the community and in hospitals across Lincolnshire. Both Trusts will retain their separate statutory names and legal obligations.
The Group will be known as Lincolnshire Community and Hospitals NHS Group (LCHG).
Job description Job responsibilities
What we offer Be part of the exciting expansion of Community Diagnostic Centres across Lincolnshire Work with the latest imaging equipment in modern departments Gain experience across multiple specialties and imaging modalities Enjoy excellent training, development and career progression opportunities Join welcoming, supportive teams who are passionate about patient care Make a real difference to thousands of patients every year Benefit from flexible working patterns that support a healthy work-life balance
Flexible Working Our services operate 7 days a week between 07:20 and 20:30, offering a variety of working patterns, including:
4-day week: 08:00 to 18:00 3-day week: 07:30 to 20:30 Shape the Future of Diagnostic Imaging With significant investment, expanding CDC services and ambitious plans for the future, there has never been a better time to join ULTH Radiology. Whether you are looking to start a career in healthcare or take the next step in your professional journey, this is an opportunity to be part of a service that is transforming diagnostics across Lincolnshire.
Join us and help deliver exceptional patient care while building a rewarding career in one of the NHS's most innovative and forward-thinking radiology services.
What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!!!
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
GCSE English & Maths at grade 4 or above (or equivalent) Care certificate NVQ Care level III
Desirable
First Aid certificate Basic life support NVQ Customer Service level III
Experience Essential
Working experience in a hospital environment or health care or customer service environment
Desirable
Multi-disciplinary Team Experience of recent direct patient care. Experience within a Radiology Department. Previous experience of reception work
Knowledge, skills, aptitudes Essential
Communication skills Effective time management Interventional Procedures Training Cannulation Training Basic Patient Monitoring
Desirable
Computer skills CRIS Knowledge, knowledge of radiology information systems Patient positioning for CT/MRI/US/X-ray Entering patient x-ray requests onto the electronic system
Specific Requirements Essential
Able to liaise effectively with all professional and non-professionals Interest in working in the Radiology department Able to work flexibly as required Be able to easily commute between sites
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Address Boston
Sibsey Road
Boston
PE21 9QS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)