We are looking for an Imaging Healthcare Assistant that will provide crucial support in diagnostic and therapeutic imaging, assisting radiographers and radiologists with patient care, imaging procedures, and administrative tasks.
Key responsibilities include preparing patients for scans (X-ray, CT,, ultrasound, IR), positioning them correctly for imaging, ensuring patient safety and comfort, processing images, and managing patient data. The role requires strong communication skills, a caring attitude, and the ability to work as part of a team to deliver high-quality imaging services. Key Responsibilities
* Patient Care: Reassuring and preparing patients for procedures, ensuring they are positioned correctly, and providing appropriate care and support throughout the imaging process.
* Imaging Support: Assisting radiographers with tasks during X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, and ultrasounds, and sometimes chaperoning patients during procedures.
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.
The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
1. Patient Care and Support:
* Assist in the preparation of patients for radiology procedures, including obtaining consent, explaining procedures, and providing reassurance.
* Help with patient positioning on the examination table, ensuring their comfort and safety during the procedure.
* Monitor patients' comfort and emotional well-being before, during, and after procedures.
* Provide post-procedure care, including monitoring vital signs, ensuring proper recovery, and assisting with discharge instructions.
2. Clinical Support:
* Assist the radiology team by preparing equipment and sterile supplies for procedures such as biopsies, Fine needle aspirations, catheter insertions, and other minimally invasive procedures.
* Maintain cleanliness and sterility in the procedure room, ensuring all instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, sterilized, and stored.
* Support the clinical team by handing instruments and materials during procedures as required.
* Assist with patient transfer to and from the procedure room, ensuring safe handling of patients, especially those with mobility challenges.
3. Administrative Tasks:
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including documentation of vital signs, patient conditions, and care provided.
* Assist with managing patient appointments and ensuring efficient workflow in the department.
* Maintain and stock supplies, including sterile equipment, dressings, and medications, ensuring the procedure rooms are always ready.