Radiology Department Assistant

Job Overview

Permanent Radiology Assistant – Full Time (Part Time Considered)

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join our friendly and dynamic Radiology Department as part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team
. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop new skills and take the first step towards a rewarding career in Radiography and Radiology
. You will work across multiple sites
, participating in a variety of shifts, including weekends
, gaining valuable experience in a busy clinical environment.

You will play a vital part in supporting Radiologists and Radiographers with a wide range of radiological procedures, including Ultrasound and CT
. There are excellent opportunities for learning and development, with exposure to other areas of the department as your skills grow.

• Permanent position with full-time hours (part-time considered)
• Rotational post between Frimley Park Hospital , Aldershot Centre for Health, Farnham Hospital and Fleet community hospital
• Hands‑on experience in a modern Radiology service
• A strong foundation for future career progression in Radiology

• To support the work of the Radiology Department across all sites;
  Wexham Park Hospital (Slough), Heatherwood Elective Centre (Ascot), St Mark’s Hospital (Maidenhead), King Edward VII Hospital (Windsor) and the Slough Community Diagnostic Centre at Upton Hospital.
• To assist radiologists and radiographers in performing a range of Radiological procedures, including Ultrasound, X‑ray examinations, MRI and CT.
• To assist in all aspects of patient care within the Radiology department.
• To assist with housekeeping duties i.e., cleaning specialist equipment.
• To input accurate patient data into the Electronic Patient Record (EPIC) and DR/CR system in a timely manner.
• To make up slides of biopsy samples for microscopic examination by Histology/Pathology.
• The post holder will be expected to work at all sites across FHFT North Radiology:
  Wexham Park Hospital (Slough), Heatherwood Elective Centre (Ascot), St Mark’s (Maidenhead), King Edward VII Hospital (Windsor) and the newly opening Slough CDC at Upton Hospital.
• Commitment to shift work over a 7‑day period.

• Essential criteria: GCSE or NVQ Level 2 Maths & English or equivalent
• Desirable criteria: NVQ in Care or equivalent relevant caring experience

• Essential criteria:
  Previous reception duties.
• Customer care/dealing with the public face to face or by telephone.
• Desirable criteria:
  Previous experience of X‑Rays and Radiological procedures.
• Previous experience in a similar post or dealing with the public in a caring environment.

• Ability to work in a Team.
• Ability to manage own workload.
• Be able to work to strict deadlines in a busy clinical environment.
• Able to communicate with a wide range of people.
• To be able to talk to patients and listen empathetically whilst working in a busy clinical environment.