Radiology Clinical Imaging Assistant

The Royal Marsden Hospital is one of Europe’s largest Oncology centres and was the world’s first hospital dedicated to cancer research, diagnosis, treatment and education, with sites in Chelsea and Sutton our new Cavendish Square site which opened in April 2021.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced imaging or healthcare assistant to join our dedicated team. We are particularly interested in response from a radiology assistants or HCA with radiology and outpatient experience.
We provide excellent opportunities for professional and personal development in a well-resourced environment.

**Key skills required**:

- Evidence of effective interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise with multidisciplinary team members.
- Experience of working in a pressurised environment.
- Experience of working in relevant care environment, e.g. within a hospital in a radiology or OPD department.

For further information and to arrange an informal visit please contact Juliette Akers on

0208 6613220 ext 1432

The Imaging Assistant will be responsible for assisting in the timely, efficient and courteous provision of the Diagnostic Imaging service. This will include:

- Communicating appointment details to patients both by phone and in writing
- Ensuring that all patients are appropriately prepared and ready for imaging at the required time
- Assisting radiographers and Radiologists in the performance of Diagnostic Imaging examination and procedures, in CT this is working between on 2 floors
- Provision of appropriate patient care

The post-holder will be required to work closely with a team of highly skilled professionals to facilitate the smooth running of the Department. Key working relationships in the department will be with the imaging, medical, clerical and nursing staff. In addition there will be contact with Consultants and their secretaries throughout the Trust and other Health Services. The department works within a quality management system and we have been awarded QSI accreditation from 2018.

The post holder will also provide cover for the reception desk as needed and will be required to handle enquiries from patients, their carers and Trust and non-Trust staff in person or by telephone/post.

The post holder will have patient contact, both adult and paediatric, including contact with the terminally ill. Patient presentation will include the unconscious, incapacitated, confused and those with physical and mental disabilities.

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits and learning and development opportunities. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Please refer to the job description and person specification for moreinformation.
- To assist in radiographic examinations undertaken within the department (CT, MR, Ultrasound, X-Ray).
- To communicate effectively and empathetically with patients and their escorts prior to, during and after an examination.
- To deal with colleagues, patients, carers and relatives in a helpful, reassuring and friendly manner.
- To support radiographic, medical and nursing staff in the examination of patients by ensuring a safe, clean and hygienic working environment.
- Ensure patients are appropriately prepared for radiographic examinations and procedures following defined protocols.
- Assist patients in their personal preparation for diagnostic imaging tests and procedures, including helping with dressing.
- To handle all enquiries, in person or by telephone, including the passage of information in a timely manner.
- To record patient attendance and notify relevant staff when patients arrive.
- Assist clerical staff in making bookings and schedule patients for examination, taking into account clinical priority and scheduling accordingly.
- To liaise radiographic, medical and nursing staff when arranging non-standard investigations in ultrasound.