Job overview
In Radiology at Morriston Hospital we are looking to recruit a radiographic assistant to join our team. The post consists of 37.5 hours a week and will be supporting the various radiology services.
Main duties of the job
The role is patient-focused, service driven and requires a flexible approach to the needs of the service.
This requires excellent communication skills in order to explain the preparation required for the scanning procedures carried out whilst caring for the patients, You will work along side radiographers to ensure all patients receive the best care.
Working for our organisation
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Person specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential criteria
1. Level 3 qualification in relevant healthcare subject, or possess the equivalent skills, knowledge and experience with a commitment to undertake on the job training to NVQ Level 3 accreditation.
2. Understanding of the role of radiographic support workers
Desirable criteria
3. Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology
Experience
Essential criteria
4. Previous experience of working with the public in paid or voluntary roles
5. Experience of using computers
Desirable criteria
6. Experience in supportive/assistant role such as Radiology Support Worker or HCSW or experience working within a hospital / caring environment
Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria
7. Good verbal and written communication skills
8. Able to demonstrate a positive, caring and compassionate attitude
9. Ability to deal with distressing situations
10. Works well both as an individual and as part of a team with good organisational and time management skills
11. Motivated and possess a non-judgemental attitude towards others
12. Willing to seek out learning, accept instruction and give/receive constructive feedback
Desirable criteria
13. Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh.
Swansea Bay University Health Board is committed to supporting its staff and processes to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing service users experience. In our commitment to increase the number of staff able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
Equality remains at the centre of the Health Boards policy-making, service delivery and employment practices. We value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from people from protected groups under the Equality Act 2010, this specifically includes age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race, religion, disability, pregnancy and maternity and marriage and civil partnership.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
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.
Welsh language skills are desirable