Radiology Support Worker

NTH Solutions llp; Stockton-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a busy acute Trust, where your role as a Radiology Support Worker will make a real difference in patient care. This position involves assisting healthcare professionals during examinations and procedures, ensuring a high standard of patient support across multiple sites. You will thrive in a dynamic environment, working flexible hours and contributing to the well-being of patients. With a focus on quality care, this opportunity offers a chance to develop your skills in a supportive organization committed to excellence. If you are passionate about healthcare and ready to take the next step in your career, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health and well-being initiatives

Opportunities for personal development

Inclusive workplace

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Good standard of general education and basic computer skills required.
• Experience in a healthcare setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist Radiologists and Radiographers during examinations.
• Prepare patients and clinical rooms for examinations.
• Liaise with wards and departments for patient care.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

GCSE English grade C or equivalent

GCSE Maths grade C or equivalent

Tools

IT systems

Job description

Find out about the current vacancies available at the Trust and take the next step in your career with us.

Main area: Radiology Support Worker Grade NHS AfC: Band 3

Contract: Permanent

Hours:

• Full time
• Part time
• Flexible working

30 hours per week (Full time may be considered)

Job ref: 345-RAD6870967-A

Site: University Hospital of North Tees

Town: Stockton-on-Tees

Salary: £24,071 - £25,674 pro rata per annum

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 07/02/2025 23:59

We are on a continuous journey of improvement and transformation; however, our main priority is, and always will be, providing safe and high-quality care to our patients every day. If you share our passion, then apply for this opportunity and help us make our patients’ experience the best it can possibly be.

Job overview

*Advert may close early once sufficient number of applications is reached*

An opportunity has arisen to join this busy acute Trust, as part of a dedicated team of clinical staff, to support the provision of patient care. The role includes the use of IT systems as well as direct patient care.

The successful applicant will be required to work across all hospital sites in Stockton, Hartlepool, and Peterlee. The shifts are a mixture of 7.5 hour day shifts, extended 12 hour day shifts, and some weekends across all sites. It is essential for the post holder to be able to drive with their own license.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be working within the Radiology Departments across 5 sites. Required duties of the role will include:

• Good standard of general education
• Basic computer skills
• Work well in a team
• Assisting Radiologists, Sonographers, and Radiographers during examination and some interventional procedures
• Assist in the set up of sterile/non-sterile trolleys
• Insertion and removal of peripheral cannula
• Answering telephone enquiries from service users
• Liaising with wards, porters, and departments
• Preparing patients and clinical rooms for examinations
• Escorting and chaperoning patients
• Monitoring waiting areas

Working for our organisation

At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, our main priority is to provide safe and high-quality care to our patients every day. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Assisting Radiologists and Radiographers during examinations.
• Liaising with porters and referring wards and departments.
• Preparing patients and rooms for examinations.
• Monitoring waiting areas.
• Escorting and chaperoning patients.
• Insertion and removal of peripheral cannula
• Record patients' height, weight, and blood pressure
• Registration of patients on department computer system.
• Answering telephone enquiries from service users
• Liaising with users regarding appointments and patient preparation.
• Preparation and update of portering and appointment lists.
• Daily maintenance and QA of equipment.
• Basic stock control.
• To be familiar and adhere to Trust & Directorate Policies.
• To follow and observe Local rules for Radiation Protection and I.R.M.E.R.
• To practice a meticulous approach to documentation
• To practice a responsible attitude towards patients and visitors.
• Be aware of patient confidentiality issues.
• Reporting incidents involving patients, staff, and equipment to Radiology Operations Manager / Head of Radiology
• Ensure all equipment is used intelligently, reporting faults to Radiology Operations Manager / Head of Radiology
• To assist in the development of protocols regarding processing equipment QA.
• To be aware of the need for personal development when taking part in annual appraisals.
• To have effective close working relationships with all members of the imaging team.
• Maintain a high standard of support service for all staff groups working within the Directorate.
• Follow departmental procedures of routine cleaning and preparation of rooms.
• Maintain required standards of appearance as per Trust Policy.

Person specification

• GCSE English grade C or equivalent
• GCSE Maths grade C or equivalent
• Driver: Full UK Driving License
• Experience in Health Care Setting: Evidence of healthcare experience

**Please note - Once sufficient applications have been received this vacancy may close early**

Please check your email address on a regular basis as applicants invited to attend an interview will be notified via this method.

As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to undertake pre-employment screening:

• Disclosure and Barring Scheme(previously Criminal Records Bureau)

It is the policy of North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who are new to the Trust and require DBS clearance for the post they have been offered, are required to pay the cost for their DBS certificate. The method of payment for this is via salary deduction from your first month's pay on commencement with the Trust.

For any new employees commencing employment with North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, you will be subject to satisfactory completion of a 6 month probationary period. Please note that internal applications and individuals that are appointed to fixed term appointments of less than 6 months duration are exempt from the probationary period.

As part of our pre-employment screening process, all applicants are required to provide references covering their last three years of employment history. Applicants are requested to ensure e-mail addresses for all referees are included on their application form. Personal references are not acceptable.

If the hours advertised for the post are up to full time (37.5 hours per week), applications are still welcomed from individuals who may be seeking to work less than full-time hours and all requests will be considered.

North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust operates a No Smoking Policy.

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Disability

The Trust gives full and fair consideration to applications for employment received from disabled people. We are a “Positive about Disabled People” employer, and we hold the ‘two ticks’ Disability Symbol, which is a recognition given by Jobcentre Plus to employers who have agreed to meet five commitments regarding the recruitment, employment, retention, and career development of disabled people.

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Name: Melanie Goodwin

Job title: Advanced Practitioner Radiology

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Telephone number: 01642 624844

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