Radiology Department Assistant job at London Full Time

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, enthusiastic and skilled radiology department assistant to join our multidisciplinary team in the MRI department.

The clinical range of patient presentations is wide and we would expect the successful applicant to communicate effectively, demonstrate a patient centred approach and contribute to the efficient running of the MRI department, with the provision of a consistently high standard of patient care.

Previous experience of working in a healthcare environment is essential. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a patient focused, technically advanced field and is an excellent opportunity to develop new skills and knowledge.

The department is keen to facilitate continual professional development and all staff are actively supported in this area. Cannulation training will be provided for the role.

Participation in the MRI extended opening hours is essential.

To assist with the running of the Breast Imaging Service

To assist Radiologists and Radiographers during interventional procedures

To prepare patients for their examinations

Support Radiographers in managing clinical workflow through the MRI service

Undertake general administrative duties as required

To check and maintain stock levels of consumables and linen/patient gowns

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

The MRI Department currently consists of Siemens and Philips scanners.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

• UCLH top trust to work at in England – In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff – To find out more, visit: Flexible working .

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?