Ultrasound Radiology Assistant — 7-Day Shift

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is recruiting a Band 2 Radiology Assistant to support ultrasound services across University Hospital Coventry, St Cross and City of Coventry Health Centre. The role involves assisting with patient care before, during and after imaging, coordinating patient flow, and supporting a busy ultrasound department.

Applicants should be reliable, communicative and patient-focused, with the ability to work as part of a team and use initiative.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in care or working towards
• Willingness to undertake NVQ Level 3
• Experience in patient care is desirable
• Basic IT skills are required

Responsibilities

• Assist patients before, during and after radiographic examinations
• Observe and care for patients while waiting for examinations
• Check patient identification and documentation per protocols
• Assist radiologists, sonographers and nurses in examinations
• Maintain a clean, safe environment and adhere to infection control standards

Skills

Basic IT skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Teamwork

Time management

Adaptability

Education

NVQ Level 2 in care or working towards

Willingness to undertake NVQ Level 3

Job description

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is recruiting a Band 2 Radiology Assistant to support ultrasound services across University Hospital Coventry, St Cross and City of Coventry Health Centre. The role involves assisting with patient care before, during and after imaging, coordinating patient flow, and supporting a busy ultrasound department.

Applicants should be reliable, communicative and patient-focused, with the ability to work as part of a team and use initiative.