Radiographer's Assistant

Hollybank Trustees Ltd

Tralee

On-site

EUR 26,000 - 38,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Alliance Medical in Tralee is recruiting a Radiographer's Assistant to join our radiology team. The role involves assisting radiographers, preparing examination rooms, and communicating clearly with patients to ensure a smooth imaging process.

You will be part of a fast-paced healthcare setting, with 37.5 hours per week on a rotating schedule, including long and short shifts. A calm, patient-focused approach is essential to deliver outstanding care.

Qualifications

Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
Experience in medical administration or a healthcare setting preferred.
Calm, caring nature with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Verify patient information and perform 3-point checks.
Assist Radiographers with patient movement and positioning for safe imaging.
Explain procedures clearly to patients and provide reassurance.
Prepare examination rooms, maintain cleanliness, and stock supplies.
Answer calls, book appointments, and assist reception as needed.
Support staff with special procedures after training; work in a team.
Coordinate with clinicians to deliver high-quality imaging services.
Follow health, safety, and radiation protection policies.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Job description

Location: On site / Tralee, Co. Kerry, Ireland
Job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Medical & Healthcare | Healthcare Assistants
Salary: Competitive salary

Alliance Medical are currently recruiting a Radiographer's Assistant to join our radiology team based in Tralee. This is a great opportunity to be part of a high-performing, compassionate team providing vital diagnostic imaging services for patients.

Working hours: 37.5 hrs pw, Permanent Contract

This role operates on a rotating shift schedule, including a combination of:

12-hour shifts: 8:00am to 8:00pm
7.5-hour shifts: 8:00am to 4:00pm or 12:00pm to 8:00pm
9.5-hour shifts: 8:00am to 6:00pm or 10:00am to 8:00pm

Additional overtime opportunities may be available from time to time, subject to operational requirements.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-focused environment, has excellent communication skills, and is passionate about delivering outstanding care in a healthcare setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Verifying the 3 point checks with patients.
Assist Radiographers in moving and handling of patients to ensure a safe environment.
Provide reassurance & informing patients by way of clear explanation as to the nature of an examination.
Prepare the examination rooms for different types of examination, ensuring rooms are kept clean and tidy and stocked with supplies.
Administrative and clerical duties include, answering the telephone, booking appointments, photocopying and assisting the reception staff if required.
Assist Medical staff with special procedures after adequate training.
Work as part of a team to ensure effective communication and delivery of care.
Liaise with fellow healthcare workers and referring clinicians to provide a high quality imaging service to patients.
Observe Divisional policies in respect of patient care, Health and Safety and Radiation Protection.
Cleaning of coils and scanning room.
Act as a chaperone if required for the patients and clinicians benefit.
BLS trained; able to manage patients who become acutely unwell whilst in the department, or who suffer adverse contrast reactions.
Duties will depend on work load, patient and Radiographer requirements.