Radiology Department Assistant

Job overview

• To work within the multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care and quality of examinations within the Radiology Department under the direction and supervision of an appropriate Registered Health Care Professional.
• To help with basic administration duties including using Radiology computer systems
• To help other staff make the best use of departmental resources ensure efficient delivery of planned workload.
• To support 7 day working, including bank/public holidays as required by the needs of the service.

Please note this position will not meet the requirements for skilled worker visa's

Main duties of the job

• Carry out duties as assigned; involving patient care and welfare; assisting the Radiology team where appropriate.
• To assist patients prior to, during, and after the examination including being able to give the patient a basic explanation of procedures.
• To assist in the safe discharge of the patient from the department.
• To demonstrate high levels of patient care and work closely with qualified staff maintaining a hands on approach to patient needs.
• Adhere to Infection control measures and perform the cleaning of equipment post procedure in line with relevant protocols and policies.
• Assist in the cleaning and preparation of the room prior to and post procedure.
• Maintain clean and tidy work areas and waiting rooms participating in regular cleaning rotas for work areas in line with department and Trust policy. This may require contact with bodily fluids and on occasion’s unpleasant smells.
• Ensure the maintenance of patient confidentiality at all times.
• Participate in rotation around the Radiology Departments across the 6 Community sites as required.
• Support the service by only undertaking work that is within own skill level and competence.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• The Radiology Department Assistant (RDA) is responsible to the Community RDA Manager; and through them accountable to the Service Managers and Deputy Operational Lead.
• The RDA will work closely with clinical and non-clinical colleagues within the Radiology Department and liaise with other departments, wards and services ensure effective communication and provide the highest level of care to our patients
• Carry out duties as assigned; involving patient care and welfare; assisting the Radiology team where appropriate.
• To assist patients prior to, during, and after the examination including being able to give the patient a basic explanation of procedures.
• To assist in the safe discharge of the patient from the department.
• To demonstrate high levels of patient care and work closely with qualified staff maintaining a hands on approach to patient needs.
• Adhere to Infection control measures and perform the cleaning of equipment post procedure in line with relevant protocols and policies.
• Assist in the cleaning and preparation of the room prior to and post procedure.
• Maintain clean and tidy work areas and waiting rooms participating in regular cleaning rotas for work areas in line with department and Trust policy. This may require contact with bodily fluids and on occasion’s unpleasant smells.
• Ensure the maintenance of patient confidentiality at all times.
• Participate in rotation around the Radiology Departments across the 6 Community sites as required.
• Support the service by only undertaking work that is within own skill level and competence.
• Ensure accuracy of patient and examination details on the Radiology computer systems
• Answer telephone queries and deal with them appropriately and professionally.
• Assist with clerical and reception duties.
• Put stock away and ensure tidiness of storerooms.
• To help with student training and work experience students as required.
• Adhere to all Local Rules, Ionising Radiation Regulations, Health & Safety Procedures, and any new policies and procedures as they are implemented, promptly report accidents, equipment faults and untoward incidents.
• Take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves, other staff, patients and visitors, with reference to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
• To contribute ideas and suggestions and express any issue of concern to the appropriate manager.
• To attend staff/team meetings, as appropriate.
• Provide evidence of annual attendance for the CBU mandatory training programme.
• Keep updated with new developments and policies. Maintain competencies.
• Commit to study for essential qualifications for role which is in line with the Support Worker Framework and Care Certificate. Here, appropriate support will be provided by RDA Manager, Imaging Service Manager, Clinical Practice Educators and Workforce Lead.