Work in the Radiology department, assisting radiographers, sonographers and radiologists during imaging examinations, and supporting the day to day running of the radiology department. Carry out assigned tasks involving direct patient care in support of the practitioner carrying out the procedure. Assist with clinical and administration tasks. Assist patients with personal care and hygiene. Rotating through all areas of Radiology, including ultrasound, CT, fracture clinic, fluoroscopy, A/E, DEXA, Interventional Suite and main department.
To assist radiographers, sonographers, physiotherapists, radiologists and nursing staff during interventional procedures in CT, ultrasound, fluoroscopy and Interventional suite following departmental training. To understand the implications of the Health and Safety at Work Act and ensure a safe working environment for patients, staff, visitors and staff according to the Trusts' Health and Safety Policy. Participate in service improvement measures as required by departmental needs, To assist the clinical teams in the day to day running of the radiology departments at Ashford, St. Peter's and Woking Hospitals. Assisting modality areas in maintaining an efficient daily work list, workflow of patients.
Key responsibilities include:
* Using the Radiology IT systems efficiently to attend patients for their appointment, request patients to come to the department, add to the diary for future appointments, book appointments and make notes on the system.
* Preparing the patient for diagnostic examinations and fulfilling the requirements of correct patient identification, confidentiality and data protection.
* Utilising the appropriate moving and handling aids to reduce the risk of injury to the patient or themselves. Assisting Radiologist, Specialist Sonographers, Cytology and Physiotherapists in interventional procedures in Ultrasound and Fluoroscopy.
* Setting up the procedure trollies for guided injections, aspirations, biopsies and other procedures using an aseptic technique.
* Assisting cytology during fine needle aspirations, preparing slides, assisting during procedures and labelling slides to send to pathology for testing.
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.
Benefits include:
* Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement.
* On-site Nurseries.
* On-site staff cafes.
* On-site parking.
* Support in career development.
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including wage stream, lease cars, Cycle to Work schemes and home electronics.
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