NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The Role
We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for dedicated and compassionate Band 3 Health Care Support Worker to join our dynamic team within Glasgow’s Interventional radiology (IR). Vacancy Request Form (VRF) [v3.5 04 August 2025] Page 3 of 10 The role includes a cross site rotation across locations in NHS GGC including, GRI (IR theatre K) GGH and QEUH. As a Health Care Support Worker and integral part of the IR team, you will play a crucial role in assisting in delivering high-quality care to patients before, during and after interventional radiological procedures. Your key responsibilities will include:
* Providing direct patient care and support throughout their journey in IR
* Supporting the clinical team in delivering excellent patient outcomes
* Assisting in the preparation and maintenance of imaging/IR equipment
* Carrying out admin duties as required and maintaining stock via Genesis
* Ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and confidentiality standards
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
Permanent, Part time
Shift Pattern - 2/7
Base location - Glasgow Royal Infirmary
Clinical
Key responsibilities:
* To work within Radiation protection guide lines in accordance with the Local Rules and IR(ME)R 2000 (Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure Regulations) to ensure that the correct patient receives the correct x-ray examination with the minimum radiation dose.
* Prepare the examination rooms for different types of examination, ensuring rooms are kept clean and tidy and stocked with supplies.
* Assist radiographers/nurse in moving and handling of patients to ensure a safe environment.
* To assist and chaperone patients during imaging examinations when required.
* Assist patients with all activities of daily living.
* Monitor stock levels for consumables and change laundry when required.
* Comply with waste management policy i.e. clinical, domestic and laundry, on a daily basis
* Work as part of a team to ensure effective communication and delivery of care.
* Liaise with fellow health care workers and referring clinicians to provide a high quality imaging service to patients.
* Assist with a range of image guided interventional procedures including preparation of sterile trolleys/equipment where necessary and to assist medical staff during a sterile procedure.
* Undertake IV cannulation / removal after appropriate training.
* Adhere to the organisational Infection Prevention and Control policy and SOP’s and act as a role model in the maintenance of a safe environment
* Responsible for daily / weekly cleaning and maintenance of equipment in accordance with of infection prevention and control requirements.
* Co-operate with and maintain good relationships with other disciplines that are attending and treating clients to maximise patient care.
* Maintain accurate patient records, and input accurate information into the Radiology Information System, including post processing when required
* Check patient ID in accordance with Employers Procedures (EP7) and NHSGGC Patient Identification Policy
* Organise portering services under the direction of the Radiographers/RN
* To participate in the departmental Quality Assurance programme.
Clerical
* To assist with the collection and distribution of patient documentation (where appropriate) and ensure that patients and paperwork are directed to the appropriate department.
* To participate in entering patient information from the request card into the Radiology Information System.
* Assist A/C staff in patient liaison activities, e.g. issuing patient appointments and patient preparation as directed by radiographic/nursing/medical staff.
* Maintain stock levels within IR using current electronic stock system
General
* Comply with and contribute to implementation of NHSGGC Policies and Procedures departmental and professional policies and procedures.
Educational
* Participate in induction and mandatory training
* Participate in e KSF Personal Development Plan (PDP) and review to continually improve through training and education.
* In house training will be given to enhance skills in Health Care and IT
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
* No formal qualifications are required but the post holder must have good written and verbal communication skills
* Previous experience in a healthcare environment/ caring environment is essential
* The post holder will participate in NHSGGC HCSW Induction and in-house training to gain competencies relevant to the post
* Ability to follow instructions and a willingness to learn
* Ability to work with people and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Knowledge of basic IT skills although on site training will be provided.
* Ability to fulfil the requirement of the job description including undertaking national HCSW induction and training programme
* An enthusiastic and caring nature
What We Offer
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
* A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
* Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
* Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
* Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
* Enhanced pay for working public holidays
* NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
* Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
Angela Kinney, Senior Charge Nurse - Angela.kinney@nhs.scot - 0141 452 3583
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:
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