Imaging Assistant

Due to expansion of the Medical Imaging Department at Ayrshire Central Hospital we currently seeking three enthusiastic, caring and motivated individual to join our friendly team.

You should have a general knowledge of the role of the department and experience within an x-ray setting would be advantageous.

You will support Radiologists and Radiographers to carry out their duties and assist them with all aspects of patient care. Experience in a caring role is essential as you will be dealing with patients some of whom may be seriously ill. You will undertake a mentally and physically demanding job. You will assist in the patient monitoring process and, following training, will perform intravenous cannulation.

An SVQ level 2/3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent is essential as is excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Good computing skills are also necessary as administration tasks are an essential part of the role.

You will progress from Band 2 to Band 3 after completion of Imaging Assistant Competency Framework and Health Care Support Workers Mandatory Induction Standards.

You must demonstrate a commitment to their own development.

You will be expected to support both the service and its staff in continuing to maintain and develop the highest standards of imaging. You will be involved in departmental audit activities. Our department actively promotes a positive culture of CPD.

Full driving license and car owner essential.

**Hours**:
1 post - 37.5 per week (10 x 11.25 hour shifts over 21 day period)
1 post - 22.5 per week (11.25 hour shifts over 7 day period)

A flexible approach to work and the ability to respond to the ever changing demands on the service provided by the Medical Imaging Department is essential. Participation in the provision of a 7 day service is required. There may be a high commitment to these duties in response to service needs. These duties will be rostered and will be worked over 7 days. You will also be able to demonstrate awareness of health and safety issues.