Community Radiology Department Assistant

We have an exciting opportunity a Radiology Department Assistant to be based at to be predominantly to be based at Loughborough Hospital Radiology department.
This post will be based in Imaging and will include duties such as;
+ Basic clerical and reception duties including using Radiology computer systems
+ Carrying out duties involving patient care and welfare. This will include 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
+ Assist in the safe discharge of the patient from the department
+ Ensure accuracy of patient and examination details
+ Assist in the cleaning and preparation of the room prior to and post procedure
+ Liaise with other departments and wards to ensure effective communication
+ Ensure mandatory training is up to date and remain updated with new developments and policies
The normal working hours will be 0830 - 1700 with weekend and bank holiday working. This post is for 37.5 hours per week. There will also be a need for some cross-site working across the other Community sites; therefore it is imperative to have access to own transport., + 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.

Working for our organisation
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, + The Radiology Department Assistant (RDA) is responsible to the RDA Manager and through them accountable to the Service Manager and CBU Manager.
+ The RDA will work closely with clinical and non-clinical colleagues within the Radiology Department and liaise with other departments and wards to ensure effective communication
+ 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
+ Perform basic post procedure monitoring including ECG, Blood pressure measurement, BM sticks with adherence to relevant policies and procedures. To assist in the safe discharge of the patient from the department
+ Ensure at all times the maintenance of patient confidentiality.

Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.
UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.
UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.
The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.
The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.
COVID 19 Risk Assessment
Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.
The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.
If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.
Covid Vaccination Status
Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.