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NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
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Position
An opportunity has arisen for a Imaging Assistant to join our friendly team at Ayrshire Central Hospital, working mainly in the CT pod.
The position is offered on a permanent basis.
What You Will Do
You will support Radiologists and Radiographers to carry out their duties and assist them with all aspects of patient care. You will assist in the patient monitoring process and, following training, will perform intravenous cannulation and taking bloods.
You will be expected to support both the service and its staff in continuing to maintain and develop the highest standards of imaging. You will be involved in departmental audit activities. Our department actively promotes a positive culture of CPD.
The successful candidate will progress from Band 2 to Band 3 after completion of Imaging Assistant Competency Framework and Health Care Support Workers Mandatory Induction Standards.
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Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required To Do The Job
An SVQ level 2/3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent is essential as is excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Good computing skills are also necessary as administration tasks are an essential part of the role.
A flexible approach to work and the ability to respond to the ever changing demands on the service provided by the Medical Imaging Department is essential. Participation in the provision of a 7 day service is required. There may be a high commitment to these duties in response to service needs. These duties will be rostered and will be worked over 7 days. You will also be able to demonstrate awareness of health and safety issues.
You should have a general knowledge of the role of the department and experience within an x-ray setting would be advantageous.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours
22.5 hours per week following a 7 day rota working 2 shifts (07:45-20: hrs.
Driving Licence/Car Ownership
Car licence/Car ownership is essential to this role.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact :
Marie Teele, Site Superintendent Radiographer Email
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