Trainee Radiographic Assistant Practitioner

The Methodist Church in Britain; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Aintree University Hospital is seeking a trainee assistant practitioner in radiography to join the X-ray team. The role is full-time on a 24/7 rota of long days and nights, with supported study towards an assistant practitioner foundation degree apprenticeship.

You will work under supervision to perform delegated radiographic duties and gain practical experience across sites. Applicants should have GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above, plus a Level 3 health-related qualification where

Qualifications

• GCSE maths and English at grade C/4 or above, or functional skills level 2.
• Level 3 NVQ or BTEC, preferably in a health-related subject.
• Foundation degree or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Carry out clinical radiographic duties under radiographer supervision.
• Provide care as set out in the job description.
• Rotate as an assistant practitioner across sites.
• Take part in departmental planned out-of-hours working.
• Keep accurate documentation for each examination.

Skills

Communication skills

Commitment to quality care

Commitment to further study

Understanding patient care

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Level 3 NVQ/BTEC

Foundation degree

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

This trainee assistant practitioner post in radiography sits within the X-ray team at Aintree University Hospital and is open to existing support workers. The postholder carries out delegated radiographic tasks under the supervision of qualified radiographers, while working towards an assistant practitioner foundation degree apprenticeship. The role is full-time on a 24/7 rota of long days and nights, with independent study alongside. Candidates need English and maths at grade C or level 2 and a level 3 health-related qualification where possible.

What the job involves

• Carry out clinical radiographic duties as delegated by the Superintendent Radiographer, to agreed protocols, under radiographer supervision, with all X-ray films checked by a qualified team member
• Provide care as set out in the job description
• Rotate as an assistant practitioner across the sites
• Take part in departmental planned out-of-hours working
• Work as part of the multidisciplinary team
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers and healthcare professionals about all aspects of care
• Keep accurate documentation for each examination
• Perform healthcare assistant duties where relevant

What’s required

Qualifications

• GCSE maths and English at grade C/4 or above, or functional skills level 2
• Level 3 NVQ or BTEC, preferably in a health-related subject
• Foundation degree or equivalent

Skills & knowledge

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to quality care
• Commitment to further study
• Understanding of patient care requirements

Other

• Able to work full-time on a 24/7 shift pattern of long days and nights

Nice to have

• Basic computer skills
• Caring environment experience within the last year
• First aid and CPR