Lead Radiology Assistant - Dorchester, United Kingdom - Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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Dorchester, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Are you interested in a new challenge? Do you enjoy working as a team leader?

Dorset County Hospital Radiology Department has an exciting opportunity to lead the team of radiology assistants.

The assistants' role is crucial for the smooth running of the scanning lists in the radiology department, working alongside consultants, sonographers and radiographers to help patients on their journey in the department during their appointment.

The department is pleased to announce 2 new positions to lead the team of assistants.

The focus will be on the line management of a cohort of assistants including sickness, performance, flexible working and recruitment.

The post holders will also be responsible for the running of the rota and will be coordinating activity in line with the requirements of the service leads.

The assistant role includes:

Clinical support and patient care during imaging procedures involving MRI, CT, Ultrasound and plain xrays.
Assisting in movement of beds, wheelchairs, and patients using manual handling equipment provided.
Preparing the clinical rooms for procedures and working aseptically during procedures.
Entering data into the radiology computer system.
Communicating with members of staff outside of the department to arrange complex scanning procedures.

We are looking for a motivated and caring individual who is ready to learn new skills and join our friendly team.

The department operates a seven-day service and shifts involve evenings, weekends and community hospital sites.

Our busy, modern hospital provides a full range of district general services and links with satellite units in five community hospitals.

We are a designated trauma unit and part of the Wessex Trauma network. The hospital has secured funding for a new emergency department and intensive care unit to be built in 2024. The hospital is nationally recognised for research and audit activity.

The radiology department has 2 MRI scanners, 2 CT scanners with an additional going into Weymouth Hospital in 2023, multiple ultrasound facilities, an integrated breast service, interventional radiology suite and numerous x-ray rooms.

Dorset County Hospital is in the county town of Dorchester which has good rail links to Southampton, Bristol and London and boasts highly rated schools.

Dorset is a delightful place to live and work with the choice of coast or country for leisure activities. Dorchester has undergone a major refurbishment with lots of bars and restaurants providing evening entertainment. The seaside town of Weymouth is nearby with lots of water sports opportunities. This part of Dorset is fortunate to have highly rated schools in the area.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care.

To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.