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We are looking for a self‑motivated compassionate, caring, enthusiastic and hard‑working individual to help and support the clinical staff within the Clinical Imaging Department. Although based at the West Cornwall Community Diagnostic Centre at Penzance Hospital the post‑holder will be required to travel to community sites and hospitals on an ad‑hoc basis and therefore a driving licence is essential. The Clinical Imaging Assistant will be required to undertake a very wide range of duties under the direct supervision of the Clinical Imaging staff, and these will encompass clerical, patient care and the transportation of patients to all Imaging departments.

Previous experience working with patients or customers and basic clerical/keyboard skills and computer literacy are essential for the post. Previous experience as a carer would be desirable. You will need to be an excellent communicator with good inter‑personal skills, have a practical approach and mechanical aptitude. A good general education is necessary including being computer literate with good IT skills.

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.

We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School. The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non‑clinical roles.

Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation. Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is a research active organisation.

It is established South West Clinical School in Cornwall exists to promote clinical academic career opportunities for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals interested in research and evidence‑based activities. Read their research paper to find out more.

This is a permanent full‑time post working 37.5 hours per week and commitment to out of hours and weekend work may be required. Applications from those looking for part time hours will be considered.