Main duties of the job

Job Purpose
To assist the radiographers, radiologists and other members of the radiology multi disciplinary team by carrying out non-radiographic duties which include the care, preparation and management of patients presenting for radiological procedures, preparation of equipment, ordering of equipment via the online procurement system, reception and clerical duties and the processing of images as required.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. 

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and Proud to Lead competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the Disability Confident Employer scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Main Duties

1. Meet and receive patients on arrival, checking patient identification in accordance with legislative requirements, make patients comfortable and ensure that they have an understanding of events during their visit.
2. Assist with clerical duties whilst ensuring patient/examination details are entered accurately onto the Radiology Management System prior to examinations being undertaken.
3. Accompany patients and/or dependants within the department or any other areas in the hospital as required.
4. Chaperone patients during imaging procedures.
5. Care for the patients needs and attend to their welfare in accordance with safe working practice.
6. Assist the radiographer to transfer and position patients and equipment using appropriate manual handling techniques.
7. Process/erase imaging cassettes on PACS and transfer of images to CDs as and when required.
8. Ensure that examination rooms are kept clean, tidy and appropriately stocked in the area of duty.
9. Comply with the Data Protection Act, Access to Health Records Act and legislation issued in relation to confidential data at all times.
10. Liaise with nursing and portering staff to assist in the provision of an efficient patient centred service, e.g. patient preparation for radiological examinations and patient transfer arrangements

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  • To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

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    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.

    Welsh language skills are desirable

    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.

    Welsh language skills are desirable