The post holder will be expected to work independently, organising, coordinating, and prioritising their own daily workload to support the smooth functioning of the Radiology Department. The role involves regular communication with patients, relatives, visitors, and clinical staff both face-to-face and via telephone or computer systems, including individuals whose first language may not be English. A high level of sensitivity and respect for patient privacy and dignity is essential, particularly when acting as a chaperone.
• Assisting with the safe transfer of patients to and from imaging beds in accordance with Trust policies, ensuring patient safety throughout procedures.
• Supporting portering staff in the movement of patients to and from wards.
• Ensuring clinical equipment is clean, reporting faults promptly, and removing defective equipment from use.
• Monitoring and maintaining adequate stock levels within the clinical area.
• Adhering to IRMER regulations and maintaining awareness of radiation protection procedures for both patients and staff.
• Upholding patient confidentiality and adhering to data protection guidelines.
• Demonstrating basic knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH regulations.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Contributing to the department’s clinical governance programme and participating in clinical audits by collecting and recording data.
• Participating in the achievement of departmental and personal objectives, including compliance with departmental guidelines.
• Taking responsibility for personal development by identifying training and education needs through performance reviews and appraisal processes.
• Supporting the ongoing development of professional practice within the department.
This is a dynamic role requiring a proactive, compassionate, and collaborative approach to patient care and departmental operations.
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology.
Our Values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
The post holder will be expected to actively participate in relevant in-house education and training programmes to support ongoing professional development. They must also establish, maintain, and regularly evaluate personal competencies relevant to the clinical area to ensure safe and effective practice.
For a full list of duties, responsibilities, and required competencies, please refer to theJob DescriptionandPerson Specification
This advert closes on Sunday 31 Aug 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr