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    Radiographic Assistant - Bristol, United Kingdom - University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

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    Job summary

    Exciting opportunities exist for radiographic assistants to join the Radiology team at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW). The successful candidate will be required to assist the Radiographers with the smooth throughput of workload. Duties may include preparing the patients for their examination, chaperoning, data entry on the radiology information system, and when working in ultrasound you will also be required to perform decontamination of equipment. Full training will be given.

    The successful candidate must have a flexible approach to working hours, duties will be 24/7 ie will include night shifts and some weekend working.

    Good communication skills are essential, as well as empathetic approach to both patients and their relatives. You will work with the multidisciplinary team to ensure that the patients of Bristol experience a high standard of service and a good patient journey. Previous experience of working in the NHS would be an advantage.

    "Previous applicants need not apply" Sponsorship is also not available for this post.

    Main duties of the job

  • To assist the Radiologists and Radiographers and administrative staff with all working practices to ensure an efficient standard of service is maintained.
  • To assist the Radiologists/Radiographers/ technicians, when needed, by providing a high standard of patient care before during and after the examinationin accordance with instructions and training received.
  • Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives and members of the Multidisciplinary team regarding all aspects of care demonstrating a range of appropriate communication skills. Deal with enquiries and taking action, where appropriate, and passing information promptly to the appropriate member of staff.
  • Maintaining accurate computer data and filing.
  • About us

    University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications and Training

    Essential

  • Maths and English GCSE
  • Knowledge and Experience

    Desirable

  • Previous NHS experience or experience of working in a similar setting
  • Skills and Abilities

    Essential

  • Able to promote a professional and welcoming department
  • Proven communication skills
  • Able to work as part of a team
  • Able to work under pressure
  • Flexible approach to working, able to work weekends
  • Ability to observe and maintain the comfort of and respect for patients in your care
  • Ability to organise and prioritise
  • Be sensitive and supportive to patients and their relatives attending the department
  • Aptitudes

    Essential

  • Able to work unsupervised


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