Radiology Department Assistant

HCA Healthcare UK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London seeks a Radiology Department Assistant. Responsibilities include escorting patients, communicating examination details, and assisting with procedures. Candidates should have hospital experience and good communication skills. Benefits include flexible working arrangements, private healthcare, and holiday options.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare Insurance

Private pension contribution

Season Ticket Loan

Group Life Assurance

Critical illness cover

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Comprehensive health and lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• Some hospital or similar experience required.
• Radiology experience desirable but not essential.
• Good communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients post-examination and ensure proper communication.
• Liaise with wards and radiologists regarding timings.
• Assist with ultrasound guided injections and document patient information.

Skills

Communication skills

Hospital experience

Computer literacy

Knowledge of hospital policies

Job description

Overview

Radiology Department Assistant
London, The Lister Hospital
Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Permanent

Dependent upon skills and experience

We’re looking for a Radiology Department Assistant to join our team at The Lister Hospital, currently rated “Outstanding” by the CQC.

As a Radiology Department Assistant, you will communicate with patients courteously the importance of the preparation of their examination, what the examination may entail and the potential timing as well as any delays to the procedure. You will also have the responsibility to ensure all patients are correctly informed and changed for their examination and be available to chaperone all patients during their examination.

Responsibilities

• Be present at the end of each examination to escort the patient from the room, take them to the changing rooms, toilet or the next stage of their examination.
• Liaise with the wards and the radiologists for the timings of the inpatients scheduled on the modality list.
• Notify the radiologist / imaging staff of any additional patients that have been added to the list.
• When required to lay out a trolley for an interventional procedure ensure that it is appropriately laid out.
• Follow all instructions from the radiologist as there may be changes to the initial plan due to the medical condition of the patient.
• Prepare and assist with ultrasound guided injections.
• Document all patients in the Modality Day Books including IR’s & Self Pay
• Ensure that all patient charges are put on correctly.
• Assist with departmental audits.
• Rotate between main site and satellite sites when required.

What you’ll bring

• Some hospital or similar experience
• Radiology/Imaging experience desirable but not essential
• Knowledge of relevant hospital policies and procedures
• Computer Literacy
• Good communication skills
• Previous experience in similar/same role desirable

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Radiology Department Assistant at The Lister Hospital, you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Diversity and Inclusion

Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.

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