WBCH_ MRI_Radiology Department Assistant

Royal Berkshire; Thatcham; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

West Berkshire Community Hospital is seeking a Band 3 Radiology Department Assistant to join the MRI department, providing support to radiographers and clinical teams. The role involves patient care, reception duties and general admin across a 7-day operation from 8am to 8pm.

Applicants should have a good level of English and Maths, plus data inputting experience. Flexible working arrangements may be considered, with weekend availability encouraged.

Qualifications

• Previous work experience in relevant sector.
• Good level of education with English and Maths.
• Data inputting experience.

Responsibilities

• The postholder will assist Radiographers, Consultant Radiologists and other staff working within the MRI Departmen carrying out radiography-related duties, as required
• They will contribute to the provision of high quality patient care for all patients attending the Radiology Department, ensuring seamless delivery of services within the designated work area
• The postholder will carry out assigned tasks involving direct patient care, under the supervision of a Registered Practitioner. To include supporting patients with personal care needs, and providing chaperoning support as required
• They will work within the reception areas and appointments centre, as required, performing patient reception duties, and general administrative & clerical tasks as defined by the Service Manager
• The postholder is required to take accountability and responsibility for own actions ,and to work within the CARE values of the Trust

Skills

Data inputting experience

Previous work experience in relevant"

Job description

Band 3 Radiology Department Assistant (RDA) working at West Berkshire Community Hospital

An exciting opportunity for an RDA to join our team. The post involves working in our new state of the art Radiology MRI department at WBCH providing support to patients and clinical teams.

RDAs provide support to the department 7 days per week between 8am and 8pm. However, if you are only able to work weekends, we would still encourage you to apply, as flexible working arrangements may be considered.

Main duties of the job

• The postholder will assist Radiographers, Consultant Radiologists and other staff working within the MRI Departmen carrying out radiography-related duties, as required
• They will contribute to the provision of high quality patient care for all patients attending the Radiology Department, ensuring seamless delivery of services within the designated work area
• The postholder will carry out assigned tasks involving direct patient care, under the supervision of a Registered Practitioner. To include supporting patients with personal care needs, and providing chaperoning support as required
• They will work within the reception areas and appointments centre, as required, performing patient reception duties, and general administrative & clerical tasks as defined by the Service Manager
• The postholder is required to take accountability and responsibility for own actions ,and to work within the CARE values of the Trust

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

Job responsibilities

• The postholder will assist Radiographers, Consultant Radiologists and other staff working within the MRI Departmen carrying out radiography-related duties, as required
• They will contribute to the provision of high quality patient care for all patients attending the Radiology Department, ensuring seamless delivery of services within the designated work area
• The postholder will carry out assigned tasks involving direct patient care, under the supervision of a Registered Practitioner. To include supporting patients with personal care needs, and providing chaperoning support as required
• They will work within the reception areas and appointments centre, as required, performing patient reception duties, and general administrative & clerical tasks as defined by the Service Manager
• The postholder is required to take accountability and responsibility for own actions ,and to work within the CARE values of the Trust

Person Specification

application

• Previous work experience in relevant sector

Application

• Good level of education with English and Maths
• Data inputting experience

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.

Address

West Berkshire Community Hospital