About this role
Job summary
We are looking for motivated and reliable individuals to join our team as Radiology Department Assistants (RDAs), supporting the delivery of a high-quality diagnostic imaging service.
As an RDA, you will play a vital role in ensuring patients receive safe, timely, and compassionate care throughout their imaging journey.
Radiology Department Assistants support the clinical team across a range of imaging areas including X-ray, CT, MRI, Ultrasound, and other diagnostic services.
This is a patient-facing role requiring strong communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively in a busy healthcare environment.
Main duties of the job
Carry out duties as assigned; involving patient care and welfare; assisting the Radiology team where appropriate. To assist patients prior to, during, and after the examination including being able to give the patient a basic explanation of procedures. To assist in the safe discharge of the patient from the department. To demonstrate high levels of patient care and work closely with qualified staff maintaining a hands on approach to patient needs. Adhere to Infection control measures and perform the cleaning of equipment post procedure in line with relevant protocols and policies. Assist in the cleaning and preparation of the room prior to and post procedure. Maintain clean and tidy work areas and waiting rooms participating in regular cleaning rotas for work areas in line with department and Trust policy. This may require contact with bodily fluids and on occasion's unpleasant smells. Ensure the maintenance of patient confidentiality at all times. Participate in rotation around the Radiology Departments across the 6 Community sites as required. Support the service by only undertaking work that is within own skill level and competence.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description Job responsibilities
The Radiology Department Assistant (RDA) is responsible to the Community RDA Manager; and through them accountable to the Service Managers and Deputy Operational Lead. The RDA will work closely with clinical and non-clinical colleagues within the Radiology Department and liaise with other departments, wards and services ensure effective communication and provide the highest level of care to our patients Carry out duties as assigned; involving patient care and welfare; assisting the Radiology team where appropriate. To assist patients prior to, during, and after the examination including being able to give the patient a basic explanation of procedures. To assist in the safe discharge of the patient from the department. To demonstrate high levels of patient care and work closely with qualified staff maintaining a hands on approach to patient needs. Adhere to Infection control measures and perform the cleaning of equipment post procedure in line with relevant protocols and policies. Assist in the cleaning and preparation of the room prior to and post procedure.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications Essential
Satisfactory level of General Education. Good standard of written and spoken English. Demonstrates a commitment to further learning and personal development. Demonstrates the ability to undertake a core induction programme and complete the Care Certificate. This is essential training and development for all new staff
Desirable
GCSE in English or equivalent Additional studies post compulsory education
Experience Essential
Experience of working with people in either a paid employment or in a voluntary capacity. To be able to work unsupervised with the public. Computer literacy
Desirable
Basic administration reception skills. Other health related experience.
Analytical and Judgement skills Essential
Assess the needs of patients and work closely with other qualified staff to ensure attention to detail
Physical Skills Essential
Ability to manoeuvre radiographic equipment. Ability to wear/work in lead protective clothing Ability to manoeuvre wheelchairs, trolleys and beds and aid patient transfer following appropriate training Able to deal with body fluid spillages.
Planning and organisation skills Essential
Have organisational skills to plan workload, liaise with others and ensure accurate and timely documentation. To be responsible for own workload within the team.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Essential
Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others .
Other requirements specific to the role Essential
Proven good timekeeping and sickness record. Able to work flexible hours and adapt to changes in the working week Participate in out-of-hours shifts including weekends, nights and Bank Holidays. Participate in on-call (where required). Able and willing to work at any of the nine UHL hospital and community sites.
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential
Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours.
Communication and relationship skills Essential
An understanding of the concept of team working Be able to demonstrate by example effective team working skills. To have a caring attitude towards other people, patients and staff.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address Hinckley and District Hospital
61 Mount Rd
Hinckley
LE10 1AG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)