About this role
Job summary
Full time position. 37.5 hours 7 day service cover.
The Radiology Department is seeking experienced Radiology Assistants who are self-motivated and hardworking to join our team. The post will be based in the Radiology Department where you will help with patients during radiological examinations and support radiographers in the co-ordination of workflow through the department.
Please note: This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as we are unable to support visa applications for this position.
Main duties of the job
Experience of patient care and previous radiology assistant experience is required as you will be working alongside and supporting the Radiographers, Sonographers and Radiologists as they are conducting radiological examinations.
You will also be helping with general tasks such as taking calls from the wards or Emergency Department and directing clinicians to the correct contacts. You will be using the radiology department information system (CRIS) to action patient attendances and maintain accurate data records. You will participate in cleaning and stocktaking duties.
There will be a requirement to commit to working both daytime and night shifts as well as participation in a 7-day 24-hour service.
The role is interesting and varied and candidates must be keen to learn, enjoy a challenge and have the ability to use their own initiative.
Computer skills are essential.
About us
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Job description Job responsibilities
For further information regarding the key responsibilities of this role please see the attached job description. If you have any further questions regarding this role please do not hesitate to contact us via the information below.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
General education (including Maths and English) grade C or equivalent or high education qualification
Desirable
Health care qualification/ care certificate Other qualifications relevant to the role
Experience Essential
Experience of working with the general public Evidence of continuing development Evidence of working independently or as part of a team
Desirable
Working in NHS Clerical training or experience Experience as a Health & Care Assistant or Imaging Support Worker
Skills Essential
Communication (both written and spoken)
Desirable
infection control training/ Knowledge/ ANTT Moving and handling training/experience
Knowledge Essential
Able to work with any basic software packages/ IT qualification Understanding of the role applied for and its requirements transferable skills, relevant to the role
Desirable
Knowledge of CRIS or other RIS systems Basic Radiation Protection knowledge
Other Essential
Ability to work flexibly (weekends and evenings)
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 Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Bolton Hospital
Minerva Road
Bolton
BL4 0JR
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.boltonft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)