Main area Radiology Grade NHS AfC: Band 3 Contract Permanent: to cover a 7 day service 52 weeks of the year Hours Part time - 30 hours per week (Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 8.30-8) Job ref 409-7806163
Employer Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Whiston Hospital Town Prescot Salary £25,760 - £27,476 Per annum, Pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 01/06/2026 23:59
NHS AfC: Band 3
Job overview
An exciting opportunity as arose for a Radiography Department Assistant in the Radiology Department and will be based primarily at the previous Mersey & West Lancashire Teaching Hospital sites.
The department provides a 7-day imaging service across all MWL sites, therefore the post will include evening, weekend and bank holiday duties.
The role will include assisting qualified staff during radiographic, CT and MRI procedures to include patient care, iv cannulation and clerical duties.
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.
Good communication skills and a caring nature are essential.
Main duties of the job
To provide assistance during imaging procedures as directed by a suitably qualified practitioner and co-ordinate inpatient transfer for all imaging modalities.
The Team provided radiological services to Health community, providing inpatient, outpatient and GP services to a broad spectrum of client/patient groups.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
KEY DUTIES
* Assist Radiology clinical staff in all imaging examinations
* Support the Radiology clinical staff in the maintenance of high standards of care
* Accept responsibility for specifically delegated functions within the imaging department that the qualified practitioner feels are appropriate for untrained staff to undertake
* Assist patients throughout their imaging attendance
* Prepare imaging rooms and trolleys for clinical examinations
* Preparation of intravenous and oral contrast as per departmental protocol
* Intra-venous cannulation prior to imaging examinations
* Assist in cross sectional imaging by positioning patients for procedures including appropriate placement of MR coils and loading injector with contrast
* Responsible for co-ordinating inpatient transfer to and from Radiology for all imaging modalities this includes:
* Liaising with all wards and departments to confirm mode of transport
* Organising portering staff to transport patients
* Observation of patients in the waiting room
* Responsible for cleaning clinical equipment which may have come into contact with body fluids
* Assist in providing an environment which is conducive to a safe, infection free patient experience
* Undertake household support tasks
* Report all equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel
* Establish and maintain effective communication with patients during procedures which may require tact and encouragement
* Maintain a patient, courteous manner in all aspects of communication with patients and staff
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
* To ensure adherence to all departmental and trust SOP and policies.
* Maintain the privacy and dignity of patients.
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
* Responsible for accurate data entry on the Radiology Information System
* To ensure the accuracy of data quality in line with departmental policies and procedures (i.e. name, date of birth, address, postcode, GP and telephone number) are all current
TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES
* Assist in the induction of new radiography helpers
* To attend training courses relevant to the post
* To maintain own personal development
RESEARCH & AUDIT
* Participate in departmental audit and research programmes.
Person specification
Qualification
* NVQ Level 3 in care or equivalent qualification/experience in Radiology
* GCSE English and Maths at grade 9-4 (A*-C)
Knowledge & Experience
* Previous care work in a Health Care Setting
Skills
* A highly self-motivated individual
* Able to use own initiative and respond to new challenges
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to manage difficult or sensitive situations
* Ability to work as part of a team
* A good understanding of Trust policies as appropriate
Other
* Ability to travel various hospital locations by own car/ assisted driver
* Able to work the hours and duties required for the post
* Able to comply with Trust policies and procedures
* Understanding of the confidential nature of the role and awareness of the Data Protection Act
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We actively cultivate a professional environment of fairness, equality, dignity, and respect for all individuals. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and value the unique skills, perspective and experience you bring. We are grounded in the belief that diversity enhances our collective strength, fostering innovation and excellence within our workforce. We welcome all applications irrespective of people’s race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we commit to offering an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job (the essential criteria) listed in the personal specification. If you wish to apply under this Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please indicate this on the online application form.
We also commit to offering an interview to all armed forces veterans who meet the minimum criteria for the job (the essential criteria) listed in the personal specification. If you wish to apply under this Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please indicate this on the online application form.
The Trust operates anonymous shortlisting where no personal information about you, including your name or personal details are shared with the recruiting manager. No equality information is shared at any time during the recruitment process with the recruiting manager or other people involved in the decision-making process.
The equality monitoring information you provide is used in the following situations: to review our recruitment practices; where a job is limited to a specific person to verify their eligibility to apply; and to offer disability reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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