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·  In liaison with the superintendent radiographers and the diagnostic radiography department assistants, provide an efficient service for all RSCH trust patients who require specialist CT, MRI and Ultrasosund investigations.

·  To provide an efficient and friendly support service for patients and provide assistance in transferring the patients.

·        Assist in the transfer of in-patient to and from the departments

·     You will be part of the team responsible for maintaining the high standard of cleanliness within the area of work.

·  Maintain adequate level of consumables and maintain the stock for smooth running of the department. Take responsibility to ensure the contrast warmer is loaded.

·     Assist in the maintenance of high standards of patient care especially with regard to patient privacy, dignity and confidentiality.

•   Welcome and assist patients in preparing for their examinations. On completion of the investigation(s) assist patient with dressing, as required and ensure patients are aware of their follow up appointments.
Ensure all infection control standards are adhered to and high levels of cleanliness are maintained. Take precautionary actions to reduce the potential spread of hospital acquired infections.
Contribute to the maintenance of a safe environment, within particular areas of work and provide assistance in completing necessary paperwork required.
To promote a patient focused imaging service in a caring environment and facilitate collaborative working relationships with all other areas within the trust.
Provide administrative and clerical support in the units as required.
Deal with telephone enquiries, assist callers as appropriate, using tact and providing information and/or taking accurate messages.
Ensure patients valuables are kept safely, if removed prior to examination.
Must be willing to do flexible working if deemed necessary for the smooth operation of the department.
Transport / escort patients and carers to and from the Radiology department, taking account of the local policies for manual handling, infection control etc. depending upon staffing levels.
To be responsible / accountable for own actions.
To be punctual, act in a professional manner, at all times, adhering to RSCH Trust Policies and Procedures.
To ensure confidentiality and dignity of the patient is recognised and respected at all times.

     To ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard, in accordance with current quality initiatives within the place of work.
The post- holder must at all times carry out his/her responsibilities with due regard to the Trust’s Equal Opportunities Policy.
Respect the beliefs and culture of all patients and their relatives at all times.
The post holder is required to be flexible.
Training to do cannulations of patients for IV injections will be provided.
To be responsible for the self- development of skills and competencies through participation in learning and development activities, and to maintain up to date technical and professional knowledge relevant to the post.
Participate in the Personal Development Review.
Attend all mandatory training, as directed.
Training will be given to enable you to take on the necessary department duties assigned by the relevant modality leads commensurate with this post.