Radiology Department Assistant

Carry out duties as assigned, involving patient care and welfare, and assisting the Radiology team where appropriate. To help with basic administration duties including using Radiology computer systems. To assist patients prior to, during, and after the examination including being able to give the patient a basic explanation of procedures. To be responsible in arranging and prioritising ad hoc workload, liaising both with departmental and ward staff to ensure that lists are covered, patient delays are kept to a minimum and rooms utilised at optimum levels.

Assist in the cleaning and preparation of the room prior to and post procedure. Maintain clean and tidy work areas and waiting rooms participating in regular cleaning rotas for work areas in line with department and Trust policy. This may require contact with bodily fluids and on occasions unpleasant smells. Take responsibility for ensuring the safe transportation and timely delivery of specimens and samples to laboratories as required adhering to protocol and procedures.

To demonstrate high levels of patient care and work closely with qualified staff maintaining a hands-on approach to patient needs. To maintain stock records. To undertake routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment. To assist in the Quality Assurance Programme.

To be responsible for their own personal development and to attend mandatory training as required by the Trust. Ensure Health and Safety legislation is met, and appropriate standards maintained within the Radiology Department. To report clinical and non-clinical incident through the correct departmental and Trust procedures. To be familiar with the fire procedure for the department.

To be able to wear personal protective equipment and to stand for extended periods of time during radiographic procedures. Responsibilities for Department Administration and Operation Ensure accuracy of patient and examination details on the Radiology computer systems. Answer telephone queries and deal with them appropriately and professionally. Assist with clerical and reception duties.

To assist with post-processing and ensure that images have reached PACS. To seek assistance when the service provision is compromised. Support the team training new staff where appropriate within the multi-disciplinary team. Undertake one to one training/mentoring with new starters.

To help with student training and work experience students as required. Undertake any other duties consistent with their grade as required. Environment/Health & Safety To adhere to all Local Rules, Ionising Radiation Regulations and Health & Safety procedures, including prompt reporting of accidents, equipment faults and untoward incidents and any new policies and procedures. Take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves, other staff, patients and visitors, with reference to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.

Personal Development To contribute ideas and suggestions and express any issue of concern to the appropriate manager. To attend staff/team meetings as appropriate. Keep updated with new developments and policies. Maintain competencies.

To participate in the Trusts Appraisal programme and provide adherence to Trust values and mandatory training evidence. This obligation will include the preparation for and attendance at appraisal/performance management interviews and completion of the associated documentation within timescales set by the Trust. Other information The postholder may be required to carry out other relevant duties as required. The postholder will adhere to the duties specified under the Staff Responsibilities of the NHS Constitution in their day-to-day work and behaviours.

The postholder will be expected to aspire to the Values of the Trust in their day-to-day work and behaviours in order to support the Trust in achieving its Vision. The postholder will adhere to, at all times, any Professional, NHS Code of Conduct and legislation relevant to their area of work. The postholder will make themselves familiar with, and adhere to at all times, the policies and procedures of the Trust, and their area of work. The postholder will be expected to work to any Corporate/Division/Directorate/ Department objectives and standards in order to provide an acceptable level of service.

The postholder will be expected to undertake training, including mandatory and role specific training, relevant to their role and ensure it is renewed as required.