JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Radiography Assistant – Maternity Cover – 12 Months
Hours of Work: 37 Hours per week – variable rota
Main Place of Work: Linton House Clinic, Thirlestaine Road, Cheltenham, and on the mobile MRI units at various locations within the UK
Responsible to: MRI Department Manager/
MRI Mobile Operations Manager
Accountable to: Chief Executive
Job Purpose: To assist qualified radiographers with their day to day duties and to provide support for patients attending the Imaging Centre for diagnostic imaging examinations and to the One Stop Clinic service. The post requires a flexible approach to working days/hours to meet the needs of the service.
Key areas of responsibility will include:
Operational Duties
Ø Data entry on the Patient Administration System (PAS), data sharing and image distribution using Picture Archive (PACs), Image Exchange Portal (IEP) and other associated systems.
Ø Helping to maintain image processing systems and accessory equipment
Ø To run, analyse and present monthly management reports as determined for the purposes of quality management
Ø Ensure accurate medical records are maintained
Ø Support Consultant Radiologists in the use of PAS and PACs systems
Ø Working to set standards and protocols, functioning in accordance with best practice and in a manner that meets professional, departmental and legal standards and requirements
Ø Providing reassurance to patients using the services of the Imaging Centre and on the mobile units
Ø Provide information to patients about their examination
Ø Conducting screening safety checks with patients prior to examination to ensure their suitability for imaging examinations and to ensure that any contraindications are brought to the immediate attention of the Radiographer responsible for supervising the patient’s examination
Ø Escorting patients to and from static and mobile scanners at the Imaging Centre and at such other locations where Cobalt provides mobile diagnostic imaging services
Ø Support visiting Consultants and patients attending the One Stop Clinics
Ø Dispense drugs under the direction of a medical practitioner or appointed practitioner in charge for diagnostic examinations and One Stop Clinics procedures and maintain accurate records relating to medicine management.
Ø Providing physical and emotional support to patients throughout their attendance
Ø Clerical tasks such as Reception duties, booking appointments, answering e-mail and telephone enquiries, filing, post room duties.
Ø To assist the radiography assistant team lead with the development of and implementation of workflow/process improvements in their area
Management of Resources
Ø Monitor and maintain laundry supplies
Ø Monitor and maintain beverage/refreshment supplies to the Imaging Centre waiting area and One Stop Clinic waiting area.
Ø Maintain clinical stock and supplies as directed by the duty Superintendent Radiographer.
Line management
No line management is associated with this post.
Teamwork
This will involve:
Ø To work collaboratively with other departments within Cobalt
Ø Champion the professional integrity of the organisation
Ø Adhere to corporate policy and procedure
Personal Development
All Cobalt staff are required to participate in the organisation’s annual appraisal scheme. The end of year appraisal will include a personal development review where progress made over the last year is discussed and agreed. Focus on the following year’s departmental and personal objectives will be identified, discussed and agreed.
Health & Safety
In addition to any responsibilities specified within your job description above, it is your duty to:
Ø Take reasonable care of the health and safety of yourself and of the other people who may be affected by actions and omissions at work
Ø Co-operate with the employer in ensuring that all statutory and other requirements are complied with.
Health & Safety
In addition to any responsibilities specified within your job description above, it is your duty to:
Ø Take reasonable care of the health and safety of yourself and of the other people who may be affected by actions and omissions at work
Ø Co-operate with the employer in ensuring that all statutory and other requirements are complied with.
Infection Control
Make themselves aware of their responsibilities for infection prevention and control. Co-operate with the employer in ensuring that all infection prevention and control policies and procedures are complied with. Conduct hand hygiene in accordance with Cobalt policy, challenging those around you who do not.
Disclosure and Barring
All appointments are subject to a satisfactory check by the Disclosure and Barring Service. Failure to disclose any previous convictions or cautions may result in the withdrawal of the post or termination of contract
Confidentiality
Under no circumstances either during or after the end of your employment (however it is terminated) may you divulge to any unauthorised person confidential information relating to the Charity. This includes, but is not limited to, information covering patients, individual staff records, industrial relations, financial affairs, contract terms and prices or business forecasts.
Data Protection
If required to do so, to obtain, process and/or use information held on computer or other IT system in a fair and lawful way. To hold data only for specific registered purpose and not use or disclose it in any way incompatible with such purpose. To disclose data only to authorised persons or organisations as instructed.
Information Governance
You should be aware of all information governance policies and procedures, in order to ensure necessary safeguards are upheld for the appropriate use of patient and personal information.
This is an outline of the post-holder's duties and responsibilities. It is not intended as an exhaustive list and may change from time to time in order to meet the changing needs of the Charity.
This post is subject to the terms and conditions of employment of Cobalt Health.
Person Specification
AssessmentCriteria / Essential / Desirable / Assessment
(Application/
Interview)
Qualifications/ Training / GCSE (Grades A-C), or equivalent in English and Maths / Educated to NVQ level 3 equivalent in a relevant subject such as healthcare / Application & Interview
Knowledge and Experience / · Experience dealing with members of the general public
· Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite
· IT Literate
· Demonstrable team working skills and the ability to work on your own initiative
· Able to juggle many priorities at one time, whilst remaining calm
· Commitment to continuing personal professional development / · Experience in healthcare and patient focussed services
· Experience of working within an administrative/ clinical team including knowledge of patient admin procedures
· An awareness of health and safety regulations and infection control policy relating to a healthcare environment / Application & Interview
Essential Skills / · Strong customer service skills
· Patience and empathy
· Confidentiality, discretion and trustworthiness
· The ability to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds
· Able to deal/liaise with staff at all levels
· Ability to reassure patients who may be worried or distressed
· Excellent listening skills
· Physical dexterity, co-ordination and sensory skills required for positioning of or handling patients
· Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skill
· Excellent literacy skills
· A high level of IT competency
· Attention to detail and accuracy
· Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports
· Flexible approach to working hours
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Job Description - Radiography Assistant V4.1 November 2017
Review November 2019