General Imaging Assistant

Texas Medical Marketplace; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Chesterfield is seeking a General Imaging Assistant to support patient care in the Imaging Department. The role involves assisting patients during examinations, managing bookings, and maintaining a safe environment. Ideal candidates should have GCSEs in English and possess strong social skills and the ability to work in a team. Applicants should be flexible to cover varying shifts including weekends. This position offers a permanent contract with an annual salary of £24,465.

Qualifications

• Experience in an environment involving contact with people.
• Willingness to acquire new skills.
• Good communication skills, empathy, and a warm personality.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Imaging Team in caring for patients.
• Use computer systems for patient registration.
• Maintain a tidy and safe department.

Skills

Well-developed social skills

Good organisational skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

GCSE A-C Grade in English or equivalent

QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care

GCSE Maths (A-C Grade)

Tools

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of the CRIS system

Job description

Job Summary

Band 2 General Imaging Assistant (full‑time or part‑time) in the Imaging department. This role requires travel to community diagnostic centres and mobile scanner sites across the region, including Whitworth (Matlock) and Walton. Working hours are from 7:30 am to 8:00 pm, with varying shift patterns covering weekends and bank holidays on a rota.

Job Details

Reference Number: DCSC‑66C‑7484355

Pay Scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 2

Salary: £24,465 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full‑time

Job Locations: Chesterfield Royal Hospital, Hady Hill, Chesterfield S44 5BL

Main Duties

• Assist the Imaging Team in caring for patients by helping with dressing, providing reassurance during examinations, and assisting with discharge information.
• Use computer systems to register, book patients and perform general reception work.
• Escort patients to and from wards and the Emergency Department, and chaperone during examinations when required.
• Assist with image processing and post‑examination documentation.
• Maintain a tidy and safe department, ensuring rooms are stocked with linen and other equipment.
• Support the Trust’s Prevention and Control of Infection policies and procedures.
• Remain aware of the Clinical Governance agenda and support research and audit activities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment by adhering to local infection control policies.
• Actively participate in the Staff Development Process Review.
• Encourage, mentor and train all team members within the General Imaging Assistant (GIA) and Clinical Imaging Assistant (CIA) teams.
• Participate in stock control and all audit and continuous improvement activities.
• Assist the Radiographic Team in patient care by completing imaging safety questionnaires, assessing suitability for cannulation, and promptly reporting potential problems with cannulae, patient allergies or ECG issues.
• Assist patients with discharge information and monitor patients before and after imaging procedures.

Qualifications & Training

Essential: GCSE A‑C Grade in English (or equivalent).

Desirable: Previous relevant experience; QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care; GCSE Maths (A‑C Grade).

Experience

Essential: Experience in an environment involving contact with people.

Desirable: Previous experience in a healthcare environment.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential: Well‑developed social skills, good organisational skills, awareness of confidentiality issues, ability to work as part of a team, and personal initiative.

Desirable: Willingness to acquire new skills, basic computer skills, knowledge of the CRIS system.

Personal Attributes

Essential: Good communication skills, empathy and a warm personality, flexibility to meet service needs, reliability, and motivational skills.

Desirable: Personal transport.

Security Checks

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer Details

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Chesterfield Royal Hospital, Hady Hill, Chesterfield S44 5BL.