Evening Radiographic Department Assistant, CT & MRI - COVID-19 in Bournemouth

We recently went into partnership with Bournemouth University and, with the merger of Poole Hospital and Royal Bournemouth & Christchurch Hospital NHS Foundation Trusts, became University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust this is a really exciting time to join us!

Our ambitious multi-million pound plans to develop our sites are well underway, including developing RBH as the major acute and emergency hospital in East Dorset, PH as the major planned care hospital, and ambitious plans for Christchurch to support on-going patient treatment.

Joining UHD gives you the opportunity to enjoy all that Dorset has to offer. Bournemouth is a vibrant university town , and Poole has a large natural harbour and is perfect for water sports or relaxing at a quayside restaurant.

With both the New Forest and Isle of Purbeck on our doorstep, over 7 miles of stunning sandy beaches and coastal paths, we are located within an area of amazing beauty providing a great place for you to achieve your rewarding work life balance.

The CT Support Radiographic Department Assistant (RDA) works in the CT Department undertaking various roles. Their main duties are:

1. Assisting patients prepare for their examination.
2. Porter patients on trolleys and in wheelchairs from the Emergency Department to the CT Department.
3. Explain procedures to patients, requiring empathy as some patients may be anxious, distressed and in significant pain.
4. Performing basic nursing duties and care of the patient including dealing with bodily fluids, i.e. assisting patients with vomit bowls and bedpans, etc.
5. Inputting and accessing data into the department computer systems such as the Radiology Information system (RIS), EPR blood result system and the electronic portering system (TMS).
6. Ensure the scan rooms are clean and prepared ready for the next examination and stock levels are maintained.
7. Liaison with other wards, depts and staff members to arrange patient examinations, etc.
8. Assisting patients on and off scan beds from both wheel chairs and trolleys, following appropriate manual handling training.

You will be working closely with Radiographers and other Emergency Department Staff. A basic knowledge of nursing, or experience in a caring profession, would be an advantage but full training will be provided.

Part-Time Shift Position (10.5 Hours per week )

The Part-Time shift rotation is as follows:
• Week 1 – Monday – Thursday 6.30pm - 11pm
• Week 2 – Friday – Sunday 6.30pm - 11pm
• Week 3 – Week off

In addition to the above working days the successful candidate will be expected to volunteer for additional duties to assist in covering annual leave and sickness.

Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Interview Date: 9th March 2022