Radiology Department Assistant
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Location: London, The Lister Hospital
Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week – Permanent
Dependent Upon Skills And Experience
We’re looking for a Radiology Department Assistant to join our team at The Lister Hospital, currently rated "Outstanding" by the CQC. As a Radiology Department Assistant, you will communicate with patients courteously the importance of the preparation of their examination, what the examination may entail and the potential timing as well as any delays to the procedure. You will also have the responsibility to ensure all patients are correctly informed and changed for their examination and be available to chaperone all patients during their examination.
Duties & Responsibilities
* Be present at the end of each examination to escort the patient from the room, take them to the changing rooms, toilet or the next stage of their examination.
* Liaise with the wards and the radiologists for the timings of the in‑patients scheduled on the modality list.
* Notify the radiologist / imaging staff of any additional patients that have been added to the list.
* When required to lay out a trolley for an interventional procedure ensure that it is appropriately laid out.
* Follow all instructions from the radiologist as there may be changes to the initial plan due to the medical condition of the patient.
* Prepare and assist with ultrasound guided injections.
* Document all patients in the Modality Day Books including IR's & Self Pay.
* Ensure that all patient charges are put on correctly.
* Assist with departmental audits.
* Rotate between main site and satellite sites when required.
At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.
What You'll Bring
* Some hospital or similar experience
* Radiology/Imaging experience desirable but not essential
* Knowledge of relevant hospital policies and procedures
* Computer Literacy
* Good communication skills
* Previous experience in similar/same role desirable
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world's leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we're one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
* 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
Diversity and Inclusion
Patients first. Colleagues always. That's the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we're creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That's why we're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs and to offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.
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