Radiology Department Assistant | University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
| Posting date: | 10 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £24,169 pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 July 2025 |
| Location: | Hinckley, LE10 1AG |
| Company: | University Hospitals of Leicester |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7084421/358-7084421-CSI |
Summary
• To work within the multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care and quality of examinations within the Radiology Department under the direction and supervision of an appropriate Registered Health Care Professional.
• To help with basic administration duties including using Radiology computer systems
• To help other staff make the best use of departmental resources ensure efficient delivery of planned workload.
• To support 7 day working, including bank/public holidays as required by the needs of the service.
Please note this position will not meet the requirements for skilled worker visa's
· 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.
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 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.
· 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.
· Ensure accuracy of patient and examination details on the Radiology computer systems
· Answer telephone queries and deal with them appropriately and professionally.
· Assist with clerical and reception duties.
· Put stock away and ensure tidiness of storerooms.
· To help with student training and work experience students as required.
· Adhere to all Local Rules, Ionising Radiation Regulations, Health & Safety Procedures, and any new policies and procedures as they are implemented, promptly report accidents, equipment faults and untoward incidents.
· Take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves, other staff, patients and visitors, with reference to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
· To contribute ideas and suggestions and express any issue of concern to the appropriate manager.
· To attend staff/team meetings, as appropriate.
· Provide evidence of annual attendance for the CBU mandatory training programme.
· Keep updated with new developments and policies. Maintain competencies.
· Commit to study for essential qualifications for role which is in line with the Support Worker Framework and Care Certificate. Here, appropriate support will be provided by RDA Manager, Imaging Service Manager, Clinical Practice Educators and Workforce Lead.
This advert closes on Tuesday 24 Jun 2025
• To help with basic administration duties including using Radiology computer systems
• To help other staff make the best use of departmental resources ensure efficient delivery of planned workload.
• To support 7 day working, including bank/public holidays as required by the needs of the service.
Please note this position will not meet the requirements for skilled worker visa's
· 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.
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 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.
· 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.
· Ensure accuracy of patient and examination details on the Radiology computer systems
· Answer telephone queries and deal with them appropriately and professionally.
· Assist with clerical and reception duties.
· Put stock away and ensure tidiness of storerooms.
· To help with student training and work experience students as required.
· Adhere to all Local Rules, Ionising Radiation Regulations, Health & Safety Procedures, and any new policies and procedures as they are implemented, promptly report accidents, equipment faults and untoward incidents.
· Take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves, other staff, patients and visitors, with reference to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
· To contribute ideas and suggestions and express any issue of concern to the appropriate manager.
· To attend staff/team meetings, as appropriate.
· Provide evidence of annual attendance for the CBU mandatory training programme.
· Keep updated with new developments and policies. Maintain competencies.
· Commit to study for essential qualifications for role which is in line with the Support Worker Framework and Care Certificate. Here, appropriate support will be provided by RDA Manager, Imaging Service Manager, Clinical Practice Educators and Workforce Lead.
This advert closes on Tuesday 24 Jun 2025