Ultrasound Assistant (Band 3)

Job overview

To assist the Radiologists, Radiographic and Nursing staff in the smooth running of the Ultrasound, Ante Natal and Breast service, interventional work over all the Airedale sites as required. This will involve greeting patients, changing them into gowns, assisting with the procedure, giving personal care to patients, for example toileting, undertaking necessary clerical work and liaising with wards and clinicians. Taking blood samples to support our Obstetric ultrasound /Pregnancy screening service Mentoring students/ new members of staff as and when required. The role is patient focused, service driven and varied. Patient contact is required.

Main duties of the job

Be responsible for liaising with porters regarding ward patients using electronic system, and verbal communication skills and supporting the portering when required.

Using Hospital Administration System and Radiology

To assist in the care of patients undergoing Ultrasound examinations which will include dealing with poorly and distressed patients, escorting patients and relatives, explaining procedures and assisting with dressing, undressing and toileting where necessary

To assist Sonographers and Radiologists during Ultrasound sessions including organising the smooth running of sessions, chaperoning during intimate examinations and assisting during biopsies and aspirations, ensuring patients are aware of next steps after conclusion of the examination

To maintain high standards of cleanliness of equipment, accessories, laundry etc throughout the department and keeping the examination room and patient areas clean, tidy and supplied with disposable items.

To undertake stock control duties as required.

Ensuring infection control measures are followed in all clinical areas.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information and full details of the job role please see the attached job description and person specification

This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list.

If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.