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University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

Oct 18

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Healthcare

Requirements

  • The successful applicant will be required to work 22.5 hours per week in a busy but rewarding environment.
  • The department works 24/7 where weekend working will be required as part of this role.
  • The hours will be worked between 8am-8pm.
  • The Radiographer Assistant is a member of the direct care team who supports practitioners to meet patient needs.
  • The Radiographic Assistant (RA) is responsible for providing care to patients as delegated by the Radiographers/Radiologists/Sonographers as directed by the appropriate team leader.
  • A Radiographic Assistant will be expected to undertake a range of duties with direct supervision and will be required to communicate with the team.
  • The Radiographic Assistant will be competent to provide compassionate care to agreed quality standards.
  • The Radiographic Assistant will continue to progress through the development of further skills, knowledge and competencies.

Responsibilities

  • The Radiographer Assistant is a member of the direct care team who supports practitioners to meet patient needs.
  • The Radiographic Assistant (RA) is responsible for providing care to patients as delegated by the Radiographers/Radiologists/Sonographers as directed by the appropriate team leader.
  • A Radiographic Assistant will be expected to undertake a range of duties with direct supervision and will be required to communicate with the team.
  • The Radiographic Assistant will be competent to provide compassionate care to agreed quality standards.
  • The Radiographic Assistant will continue to progress through the development of further skills, knowledge and competencies.

FAQs

What is the work schedule for the Radiography Assistant position?

The successful applicant will be required to work 22.5 hours per week, including weekends, between the hours of 8am and 8pm.

What types of examinations does the X-ray Department perform?

The department undertakes a wide range of examinations, including routine X-ray, ultrasound, CT, and MRI scans.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Radiography Assistant?

The Radiography Assistant supports radiographers and Radiologists in meeting patient needs before, during, and after X-ray procedures. They undertake various duties with direct supervision and provide compassionate care to patients.

Is prior experience necessary to apply for this position?

While prior experience in a healthcare setting can be beneficial, it is not explicitly stated as a requirement for the Radiography Assistant position.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, the department is committed to investing in role development and learning opportunities for all staff groups.

Who can I contact for more information about the position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Vicky Harpin, Radiology Nurse, via email at victoria.harpin@uhbw.nhs.uk or by telephone at 01934 647043.

Is this position part of a larger organization?

Yes, this position is part of University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust, one of the largest acute Trusts in the country.

What qualities are essential for a successful Radiography Assistant?

Excellent communication and people skills are very important, along with the ability to provide compassionate care to patients.

What is the focus of the organization regarding patient care?

The organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and aims to design services around the individual needs of patients.

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University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

UHBW NHS Foundation Trust is a dynamic and thriving group of hospitals in the heart of Bristol and Weston.

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Mission & Purpose

We are University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW). One of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. The Trust has many and varied career opportunities for you to choose from. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston-super-Mare, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge. With strong links to the University of Bristol and University of West of England we are the major medical research and training centre in the region, using findings to continually improve our patient care and attracting the highest caliber clinical staff from across the UK. Follow our page and become part of our story.

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