Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team of dedicated friendly Advanced Healthcare Assistants in CT/MRI and Ultrasound at Scunthorpe General Hospital.
If you fancy a change and wish to live in a beautiful county with cheaper housing and excellent transport links, this is the job for you. The surrounding countryside is excellent for those who enjoy outdoor activities, and with close proximity to the Lincolnshire coastline and gorgeous beaches, what more could you want!
Main duties of the job
This role will include working a mixture of shifts including weekdays and weekends so will suit a flexible, highly motivated and enthusiastic person.
Previous experience in aseptic techniques and cannulation would be an advantage, although training in these areas will be provided.
You will be responsible for maintaining the working environment by giving direct clinical and clerical support to the Radiographers and Consultant Radiologists. You will assist in the day-to-day organisation of patients including their appointments, preparation, act as a chaperone and escort patients whilst in the clinical area; prepare clinical rooms and take responsibility for stock rotation and replenishment. As well as working with the Consultant Radiologists in aseptic procedures and cannulating patients in readiness for their CT/MRI and Ultrasound examinations.
About us
We are a large organisation with three hospitals located in Scunthorpe, Grimsby and Goole. We also provide community services in North Lincolnshire. Our 6,500 members of staff care for and support a population of more than 400,000 people.
We encourage all our staff to innovate and adopt ‘best practice’ so we can deliver excellent care to our patients. We ask staff to live our values; kindness, courage and respect.
We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us. You could be one of them.
To learn more about Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust, and discover the unique benefits on offer to employees, view our latest videos, plus more, please visit our recruitment website at http://joinnlag.co.uk/
Should we receive a high volume of applications for this vacancy, the advert may be closed earlier than stated. To view a full job description and person specification please see attachment on this advert.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will participate in the operational management of the department in conjunction with the Head of Department and other healthcare professionals. The Advanced Healthcare Assistant will maintain effective communication and productive relationships with all stakeholders, upholding the reputation of the directorate and speciality at all times.
The department offers a seven-day service to its stakeholders and it is a requirement that the post holder take part in this rota and any shift systems that are in place.
We have well-developed equipment; 64 slice CT scanners, and 1.5T MRI scanners at each site, and the Trust investment programme continues to demonstrate commitment to service improvement. Scunthorpe’s Blue Sky Imaging Suite opened in August 2012, and is a purpose-built cross-sectional imaging suite, housing a GE Optima 660 64 slice CT scanner, a GE Revolution 64 slice, a GE 450W wide bore 1.5T MRI scanner and a Siemens Sola wide bore 1.5T MRI scanner.
As a Trust, we are actively committed to CPD, and encourage people to widen their scope of practice, currently having Radiographers performing IV cannulation, Radiographer reporting and Radiographer-led CT colonography. We have a comprehensive induction programme, which is directly linked to a competency-based structure. The department actively encourages CPD.
We are committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by all and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution, supports us to be an Employer of Choice and ultimately enables our employees to support the effective care of our patients.
We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of peoples age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- oHolds NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Care, or working towards this or equivalent qualification
Desirable
Occupational Experience
Essential
- 12 months experience of working at NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Care
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Closing Date: 09 May 2023
