Imaging Radiography Assistant (Weekend Shifts)

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW); Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Radiography Assistant at Weston General Hospital. This role involves assisting Radiographers and Radiologists in a busy X-ray department. The ideal candidate will have GCSE qualifications in English and Maths, strong communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. The position requires flexibility, including weekend shifts, and offers a salary of £24,465 per annum. This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop skills in a rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Previous NHS experience or experience of working in a similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Support practitioners to meet patient needs as a member of the direct care team.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team.
• Provide compassionate care to agreed quality standards.
• Continue to develop further skills and competencies.

Skills

Proven communication skills

Able to work as part of a team

Able to work under pressure

Flexible approach to working

Ability to observe and maintain patient comfort

Ability to organise and prioritise

Sensitive and supportive to patients

Able to promote a professional department

Well motivated and enthusiastic to develop skills

Able to work unsupervised

Education

Educated to GCSE, grade C or above in English Language and Maths

Job description

A leading NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Radiography Assistant at Weston General Hospital. This role involves assisting Radiographers and Radiologists in a busy X-ray department. The ideal candidate will have GCSE qualifications in English and Maths, strong communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. The position requires flexibility, including weekend shifts, and offers a salary of £24,465 per annum. This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop skills in a rewarding environment.