Radiology Secretary

There are 7 Radiology Departments across United Lincolnshire Hospital's NHS Trust, offering MRI, CT, Ultrasound, Dexa, X-Ray, Fluoroscopy and Interventional services.

We perform over 300k examinations per year providing a 24 hour service for emergency procedures. The departments carry out a wide range of procedures including plain film radiography, barium studies, A/E Trauma, IVU’s, theatre, dental and interventional fluoroscopy.

As a department we fully encourage role extension and CPD, we are also committed to providing a caring and supportive working environment.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to work as a Radiology Secretary within the Radiology Department at Pilgrim Hospital, on a one year fixed term contract.

The Radiology Department is a very busy front line department accessed by all departments and wards within the hospital and also referrals from other hospitals, GP surgeries, Private and Category II patients.

Patient administration underpins the patient journey and supports clinical teams in delivering high quality patient care and it can make a positive, real difference to the patient experience. Effective and efficient patient administration supports management through ensuring a high standard of data quality and by making the best use of capacity and resources.

The Radiology Secretary role is to assist and support the Interventional Coordinators, Pan-Trust Workflow Coordinator and Radiology Speciality Coordinators to enhance imaging and reporting workflow, supporting the achievement of nationally and local agreed radiology standards. The post holder will also undertake routine bookings and reception duties as required.

Excellent communication skills are required, together with knowledge of medical terminology, previous secretarial experience and proficient use of software packages relevant to the post.

**What we’re looking for**:
The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic team player with good written and oral communication. There is a requirement for applicants to have GCSE English and Maths, grades A-C (or equivalent).

It is essential that you are able to demonstrate a flexible approach to working; both in a team and on your own initiative.

Previous NHS experience and knowledge of Medway/ Careflow and CRIS systems is essential. Knowledge of NHS targets is also required.

There will also be a requirement for the successful applicant to provide cover on the Radiology Reception and to cover for the Speciality Coordinators / Interventional Coordinators during periods of leave.

Pilgrim Hospital is situated beautiful countryside and serves the communities in the South Lincolnshire area. It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.

Grantham and District Hospital serves the communities of Grantham and the local area. It provides ambulatory paediatric and accident and emergency services.

Lincoln Hospital is a thriving university city and with the opening of the new medical school, It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service

If you want to make a difference and be part of something new and exciting then we would love to hear from you so, what are you waiting for?

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