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We have an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and motivated Healthcare Assistant to join our Imaging team at the Turner Diagnostic Centre in Colchester. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and enjoys working as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced clinical environment. You will work alongside Senior Radiographers, Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners, Healthcare Assistants and Administrative staff to provide a high-quality, patient-centred service. We are seeking enthusiastic individuals who ideally have experience in a healthcare or clinical setting and are committed to supporting patients throughout their diagnostic imaging journey. The successful candidate will either hold a recognised cannulation qualification or be willing to undertake the necessary training as part of the role. Please note, we have two roles available both for 40 hours per week. There are two shift patterns available which are: Monday-Friday, with hours altering week on week from 7am - 3pm and 12:30pm-8:30pm; Monday-Sunday, this role is based on a rolling shift pattern averaging 40 hours per week. Shifts are 12 hours in duration, with colleagues working a three-week rotation of 3 shifts, 3 shifts, and 4 shifts respectively. If you are dedicated to providing excellent care, have strong interpersonal skills, and are committed to ensuring patients receive a safe and positive experience, we would love to hear from you.
Job Responsibility
Support and chaperone patients throughout the scanning process
Assist Radiographers during patient scans
Provide administrative support related to the patient pathway
IV cannulate patients
Positioning of patients on the scanner
Clinical stock management
Clinical audits
Processing of patients via our E-System
Requirements
Support and chaperone patients throughout the scanning process
Assist Radiographers during patient scans
Provide administrative support related to the patient pathway
IV cannulate patients – rest assured if you have no prior experience, we will provide full training
Positioning of patients on the scanner
Clinical stock management
Clinical audits
Processing of patients via our E-System
Excellent written and verbal communication
Be a real team player with good IT and administration skills
Ability to understand and comply with radiation protection protocols
Excellent patient care skills
Attention to detail
Flexible
Organized
Enthusiastic attitude
Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and under pressure
Meeting deadlines and turn-around times
Nice to have
Prior experience in a healthcare or clinical setting