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Job summary

Main area
Radiology
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 3
Contract
Permanent: Full time
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
37.5 hours per week (Full time 37.5 hours per week; Part time 30 hours per week)
Job ref
331-L18860825
Employer
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Royal Lancaster Infirmary
Town
Lancaster
Salary
£24,937 - £26,598 Per Annum Pro Rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
27/08/2025 23:59

Employer heading

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust logo

Clinical Support Worker - Radiology

NHS AfC: Band 3

''Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work''

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.

 


Job overview

The Radiology Department at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary are looking for an enthusiastic Clinical Support Worker to join our friendly team supporting our service.

Applicants will be expected to be well organised, have excellent communication skills and familiarity with IT systems.  Ideally you will have experience of relevant work in a healthcare environment and have a Level 3 NVQ or equivalent experience in healthcare. 

This position will provide an exciting challenge for an active, enthusiastic, self directed, dynamic and empathetic team player, who enjoys working within a fast paced hospital environment, delivering excellent patient care.

 

Main duties of the job

The duties will mainly involve supporting the Radiologists, Radiographers and Radiology Nurses in clinical duties in CT, MRI, Ultrasound and the Radiology Day Care Unit and will include supporting in sterile procedures and carrying out venepuncture and cannulation.

You will also be involved in the smooth and efficient running of these services including some admin and clerical duties, for example making appointments on the computerised Radiology Information System and liaising with wards for in-patient appointments.  

The full time post will be required to work Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, on a varied rota which will include 0830 - 1700; 0730 - 1530 & 1200 - 2000 shifts on rotation. 

The part time post covers the same shift times, but for four days per week, Monday to Friday.  The days may vary each week, but will be rostered with at least 6 weeks notice.

Bank Holidays are shared out with all staff.

Working for our organisation

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Person specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Good General Education including English and Maths GSCE at Grade C/4 or above or Functional Skills Level 2.
  • Good Command of English Language
  • NVQ Level 3 Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiography support or equivalent experience
Desirable criteria
  • Trained in cannulation
  • Trained in venepuncture

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience of patient facing hospital or care work
Desirable criteria
  • Experience in a radiology or out-patient clinic setting

Skills, ability and knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Knowledge of computer systems relating to healthcare
  • Ability to work to Trust and Department Policies and Procedures
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of personal development (PDP)
  • Knowledge of Radiology Information Systems and PACS.

Personal Qualities

Essential criteria
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Ability to prioritise own workload within guidelines
  • Ability to work calmly under pressure
  • Good telephone manner
  • Ability to work on any site within the Trust.
  • Ability to travel as required
  • Flexibility to cover required duties during the week and at weekends.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Karen Brakewell
Job title
Head of Department
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01524 516270
Additional information

Naomi O'Connor, Deputy Head of Department on 01524 516271.

naomi.o'[email protected]

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