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Job overview
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an EVENING X-RAY ASSISTANT at Poole Hospital, University Hospitals Dorset.
We currently have a vacancy in our team of 3 evening X-ray assistants. The successful candidate would become part of the X-ray Evening Assistant team and rota, working 3 consecutive evenings a week on a pro rota basis between 16:30 and 00:15. Duties are mainly based in the Emergency Department (ED) and Urgent Treatment Care (UTC) areas in X-ray, with some support in the main X-ray department as required.
The role involves supporting radiographers in patient imaging, providing patient care and assistance, and communicating with wards. Basic IT skills are also required.
Base Location: Poole Hospital
Interview Date: TBC
Main duties of the job
* Assisting radiographers
* Working as part of the X-ray team
* Changing and prepping patients as needed
* Transporting trolley patients between areas
* Communicating and organizing patients from wards
* Using radiology IT and portering systems
Working for our organization
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do, including how we treat patients, visitors, and colleagues.
UHD is investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following the merger and the New Hospital Programme. Some services may move sites temporarily or long-term. Recruiting managers will be happy to answer questions about this during interviews.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
* Perform clerical duties, including use of Radiology Information System and E.D. Agyle system
* Ensure documentation integrity before examinations
* Accurately record all documentation in accordance with policies
* Assist in moving patients, equipment, or stock
* Maintain cleanliness in patient and staff areas
* Manage stock levels of consumables
* Record patient data accurately on Trust IT systems
* Maintain mandatory training, including resuscitation, H&S, fire, and manual handling
* Follow departmental protocols and policies
* Demonstrate initiative and good judgment
* Be flexible to meet patient needs
* Undertake other duties as assigned
Person specification
Experience
Desirable: Previous care work
Skills
Essential: Excellent communication, teamwork, patient care, ability to handle distressed patients, time management, basic computer skills
Desirable: Experience with NHS IT systems, RIS & EPR
Qualifications
Essential: GCSE level or equivalent
Personal Attributes
Essential: Enthusiastic attitude, eagerness to learn, flexibility in work
Knowledge
Essential: Basic understanding of UHD values
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