Imaging Assistant - London, United Kingdom - Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

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London, United Kingdom

3 days ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated imaging assistant to join our Nuclear Medicine and PET CT team at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.

This is a full time substantive role working 37.5 hours per week.

The successful post holder would be joining an exceptional team who have shared values and consistently strive to provide high quality patient care.

We work collaboratively with other multidisciplinary teams to improve our service, as well as supporting staff to develop their skills and confidence within the department.

To receive patients into the departments in a professional manner.

To follow the correct protocol for checking patient identity and arrival to the department.

To have a clear understanding of procedures carried out in the PET CT and Nuclear Medicine departments and provide information to patients when necessary.

To carry out patient checks e.g. weigh, measure and prepare patient prior to imaging examination as per department procedures and protocol

To escort patient to changing areas and assist with changing if required

To cannulate patients in preparation for their procedures where applicable and in line with trust policy.

To assist with the removal cannulas in line with local policies

Taking patient observations as and when required

Assist radiographers, technologists and medical staff as required

Provide support and tend to patient's hygiene needs and report any abnormality to the Modality leads and/or clinicians.

Liaise with portering staff to arrange collection to department and return of patient to their designated ward or department

Maintain supplies on injection trolleys for daily use

Assist with manual handling procedures and prepare the appropriate equipment as and when required.

Prepare and utilise the appropriate PPE

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme.

Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.