Job Description
Job description
Radiology Department Assistant/Administrator
Monday-Sunday, weekend and evening cover required.
Our opening hours are as follows however, these may be adjusted slightly to meet the needs of the business:
Monday to Friday: 07:30 - 20:00
Late Night Clinic Tuesday and Thursday evenings 21:00
Weekends ( Saturday & Sunday): 07:30 - 17:00
Additional hours could be available to assist with the cover of the department in the event of sickness and annual leave.
About us:
We are a small private diagnostic hospital in Leigh-on-Sea, and we are looking to expand our radiology department.
You’ll be assisting the Radiographers In the daily operation of the Imaging Department, supporting patients throughout their journey at our hospital. You will be an integral part of the patient’s pathway and a part of our team, so we ask that your values align with ours - We pride ourselves on the attention to detail, our patient care, and our service.
This position is patient focused and is administration heavy so initiative and adaptability are skills that will benefit you as no two days are the same.
This position is a great opportunity to enter the Private Healthcare Sector, and in time, as we continue to expand, brining on new services. A great opportunity to create a career path with you in the hospital.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
ROUTINE DUTIES / REQUIREMENTS:
· To deliver a high quality of diagnostic imaging to all service users, ensuring clinical safety and facilitating a high standard of patient care.
· To support Radiographers with Coil Changes and preparing patients in MRI.
· To assist with monitoring stock and supplies in the department.
· To participate in Clinical Audit.
· To develop and maintain radiology procedures in conjunction with radiologists, radiographers, and other clinical staff as necessary.
· To allow patients to be examined in a safe environment, to implement safety awareness in MRI, and Radiation protection and ensure that untoward incidents are reported
· To send patient reports to their nominated healthcare professional in a timely manner and resolve any queries should they arise.
· Accept and perform non-radiographic duties within the department, e.g., making appointments, answering phones, and performing routine office duties.
· Be always punctual and of smart appearance.
· Promote a pleasant and caring attitude within the department and hospital.
· In common with all employees to have a responsibility for health, safety and welfare of self and others in the working environment. To adhere to Health and Safety policies and procedures that are nationally or locally implemented to ensure a safe working environment is achieved by yourself and other members of staff.
· To work within the IR(ME)R 2000 regulations.
· To keep up to date with current techniques/legislation.
· Awareness of Clinical Governance issues in relation to patient care.
· Accountable for their own actions.
· To have a flexible approach to all Rota duties within the team responding to service needs and to be available for extra shifts to help cover annual leave and sickness.
· Undertake mandatory training.
What we look for in a candidate:
· The ability to deliver a pleasant and caring attitude to all our patients
· To understand and show responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of self, and others in the working environment.
· To adhere to the health and safety policies that are nationally and locally implemented to implement a safe working environment.
· To show that they can work in line with the IR(ME)R 2000 regulations if given the opportunity.
· To show accountability for their actions
· Be able to show Flexibility, adaptability, and the intuition when the situation arises.
SKILLS/QUALITIES
· Commitment to provide a high-quality service for patients.
· Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining a calm and professional attitude.
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
· Good co-ordination and time management skills.
· Self-motivated with the ability and confidence to work autonomously as well as in a team
· Flexible and willing to undertake a wide range of duties.
· Be prepared to work various shifts including weekend work.
· To have an enthusiastic and progressive attitude to work.
PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL
To be held annually.
This position is a great opportunity to enter the Private Healthcare Sector, and in time, as we continue to expand, brining on new services. A great opportunity to create a career path with you in the centre.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 25 per week
Salary: £10.42 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: MRI RDA
Expected start date: 17/04/2023