Radiology Assistant

Spire Healthcare Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK healthcare provider in Norwich seeks a full-time Radiology Assistant to join their imaging team. This role involves patient support, assistance with imaging duties, and administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will have experience as a HCA and excellent communication skills, with NVQ Level 3 being a plus. The position includes flexible hours and a comprehensive benefits package, including annual leave and private medical insurance.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

Employer and employee contributory pension

Discounts through 'Spire for you' reward platform

Free Bupa wellness screening

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working as a HCA/Support Worker.
• Experience or knowledge of imaging is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Imaging team in the provision of exemplary patient care.
• Contributing to the support and monitoring of patients.
• Identifying and reporting significant health changes.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate disposition

Education

NVQ Level 3 (desirable)

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Spire Norwich has an exciting opportunity to join the imaging team as a Radiology Assistant on a full-time permanent basis.

Main duties of the job

Assisting the Imaging team in the provision of exemplary patient careContributing to the support and monitoring of patientsIdentifying and reporting any significant changes that might affect the patient's health and well-being to the appropriate personAdmin support - Booking patients on to our systemSupport with the ultrasound lists for our consultantsSupport MRI Radiographers where required ensuring safety at all times

About us

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.

Job responsibilities

Radiology Assistant | HCA | Norwich | Permanent, Full-time |Spire Norwich has an exciting opportunity to join the imaging team as a Radiology Assistant.Spire Norwich Hospital holds a long-standing reputation for providing high quality, comprehensive private hospital care. Our facilities are excellent and the hospital is staffed by a valued team of highly skilled professionals. We have 4 theatres, 2 wards, comprising of 50 beds, and deliver a range of outpatient services through our busy and dynamic outpatient and diagnostic imaging departments providing a progressive and stimulating environment for our highly motivated team.Duties and responsibilities- Assisting the Imaging team in the provision of exemplary patient care- Contributing to the support and monitoring of patients- Identifying and reporting any significant changes that might affect the patient's health and well-being to the appropriate person- Admin support - Booking patients on to our system- Support with the ultrasound lists for our consultants- Support MRI Radiographers where required ensuring safety at all timesWho we're looking for- Previous experience of working as a HCA/Support Worker- Has worked in a hospital setting desirable but not essential- Experience or knowledge of imaging desirable but not essential- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential- NVQ Level 3 is desirable but not essential- A good knowledge of software i.e Outlook, Excel, Word along with training on our booking system- Compassionate- An individual dedicated to providing exceptional service and demonstrating a strong commitment to patient careHours: Flexible working across 6 days Monday - Saturday 7.5 hour shifts with some late evening shifts due to later patient appointments within the week.BenefitsWe offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:- 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays- Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options- 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers- Free Bupa wellness screening- Private medical insurance- Life assuranceOur ValuesWe are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:- Driving clinical excellence- Doing the right thing- Caring is our passion- Keeping it simple- Delivering on our promises- Succeeding and celebrating togetherOur people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.Closing Date: If we have received sufficient applications, this date may be brought forward so please submit your application as soon as possible.For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• None
• NVQ Level 3 is desirable but not essential

Experience

• Previous experience of working as a HCA/Support Worker
• Has worked in a hospital setting desirable but not essential

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.