Radiology Department Assistant
Location: The Harley Street Campus, London (27‑29 Harley Street, London, Digestive Centre, 30 Devonshire Street and Devonshire Outpatient Centre)
Contract type: Permanent
Hours per week: 37.5, full time
Shift times: Service open 08:00‑20:00; 4‑ or 5‑day working patterns available
Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum, dependent on experience and skills (plus excellent benefits)
We’re looking for a Radiology Department Assistant to join our Imaging outpatient department at The Harley Street Campus, currently rated “Outstanding” by the CQC.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Organise ultrasound workload including charging patients, chaperoning patients when required and dealing with all necessary paperwork.
* Assist the radiographers in preparing patients for all imaging procedures as necessary.
* Assist with moving patients within the department as necessary.
* Assist with setting up for procedures as required.
* Assist in maintaining the tidiness and cleanliness of the department.
* Help with the maintenance of stock levels in all rooms (e.g. linen and consumables).
* Collect and escort in-patients to and from the department.
* Organise refreshments for patients when required.
* Assist the radiographers and other staff in the department as required.
* Rotate between departments/areas/modalities as required.
* Respond appropriately to accidents or untoward incidents/occurrences that arise within the unit and provide accurate documentation.
* Be conversant with all local policies and procedures and act accordingly.
* Ensure the safety of patients and staff and report all incidents to the manager.
* Ensure that all equipment is used safely and effectively. Experience of working with members of the public is essential.
What You’ll Bring
* Hospital‑based experience as a Healthcare Assistant / Radiology Assistant is essential.
* Ability to work independently and within a team.
* Exceptional communication and organisational skills.
* Ability to be flexible with working patterns.
* Competent IT user.
* Radiology experience desirable.
* NVQ Level 3 desirable.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave.
* Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals.
* Private pension contribution which increases with length of service.
* Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme.
* Group Life Assurance from day one.
* Critical illness cover.
* Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay.
* Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland.
* Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you.
* Discounts with over 800 major retailers.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day.
HCA Culture and Values
HCA Healthcare UK is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a culture that embraces diverse perspectives and promotes our values across all areas of our organisation. As a valued member of our team, you will be expected to uphold and demonstrate HCA Healthcare UK’s core values through respectful behaviour and conduct. This includes a commitment to fostering Inclusion in all aspects of your role. We approach every patient and colleague with empathy, kindness, and understanding, ensuring a supportive and caring environment for all. We strive for excellence in everything we do, continuously improving our skills and services. Additionally, we encourage sustainable practices by considering the environmental impact of your actions whenever possible.
Reasonable Adjustments
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.
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