Apprentice Radiographic Assistant

Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Imaging Department Assistant to help care for patients, assist with examinations preparation, housekeeping and clerical duties across X-ray, CT, MRI, Ultrasound and Mammography.

You will work as part of a professional team with Radiographers, Radiologists and Assistants to ensure a smooth imaging service, providing patient care, IT and communication support and rotating through all sections to uphold high standards.

Job description

The post involves caring for patients, preparation for examinations, housekeeping, clerical and general administrative duties in all areas including X-ray, CT and MRI Scanning, Ultrasound and Mammography, as well as assisting with PACS image processing.

You must be able to relate appropriately and sensitively to patients needs in the imaging department. Previous nursing or health care worker experience would be advantageous. You must also be able to work as an effective team member alongside Radiographers, Radiologists and Assistants to ensure the efficient provision of the imaging service. Good interpersonal and communication and IT skills are essential as is the ability to work under pressure.

You will be required to provide assistance and care for patients within the Department of Radiology. In addition to :

• Providing support and assistance to Consultants and Radiographers.


• Work within a professional, self managed patient care team and perform housekeeping and support duties of high standards whilst rotating through all sections throughout the department.

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond. We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home. Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times. We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly. Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits. Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.