Radiology Assistant | Competitive Salary | 3 Long Days–36 -hours per week | Manchester
Spire Manchester Hospital is looking for a Radiology Assistant to join our busy department on a part time permanent basis. The successful applicant will assist the multi-disciplinary team to provide exemplary patient care and examination.
Spire Manchester Hospital is a £65m state-of-the-art healthcare facility offering you the opportunity to work across a wide variety of specialisms. You will be able to develop your clinical skills in a modern and progressive environment. The Manchester team currently consists of over 800 colleagues and we are rapidly expanding as we increase the scope of services we provide across our experienced and dynamic teams.
Duties and responsibilities:
1. Care for patients, carers, visitors, and relatives during their visit to the Department
2. To act as chaperone in line with policy
3. To help with the movement of patients in the examination rooms
4. To use the Radiology information system (RIS) to record the patients Radiology episode
5. To liaise with a wide range of staff caring for the patient- including Radiographers, Nurses, Radiologists, Consultants and external departments.
6. To assist with audit projects as required.
7. To be responsible for complying with Health & Safety policy, agreed policies and procedures of the Radiology Department, the local rules under IRMER (ionising radiation law) and the agreed policies and procedures of the Spire Healthcare.
8. To maintain a high standard of cleanliness with in the whole of the Radiology.
9. To maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
10. To work as part of a team.
11. To have knowledge of Radiology systems (RIS, PACS, IEP, Patient Database)
Who we're looking for:
12. Previous experience of working as an HCA in a hospital environment is essential
13. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential
14. Healthcare qualifications desirable but not essential
15. Previous experience working in a Medical Imaging/Radiology department is highly advantageous
16. Able to undertake point of care testing is an advantage
Benefits:
We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
17. 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
18. Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
19. ‘Spire for you’ reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
20. Free Bupa wellness screening
21. Private medical insurance
22. Life assurance
Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.
We commit to our employee’s well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.
Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.