Radiographic Department Assistant

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Job summary

A healthcare facility is seeking a caring individual for a permanent role in their Imaging department at Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 2/3 or Health & Social Care qualification and relevant healthcare experience. Responsibilities include assisting with scans and x-ray examinations, cannulating patients, and supporting operational flow. The position requires flexibility for evening and weekend work. Competitive salary is offered, pro rata for 37.5 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Relevant healthcare experience is essential.
• Qualification in NVQ Level 2/3 or Health & Social Care (or in progress).
• Knowledge of intravenous cannulation is required.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in the Imaging team operations.
• Assist patients and healthcare professionals.
• Cannulate patients and support departmental flow.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Prepare patients for procedures safely.
• Work flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Intravenous cannulation knowledge

Ability to work flexible shifts

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 or Health & Social Care qualification

Job description

Job Reference: 279-7576066-DEC25
Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Site: Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath
Contract: Permanent
Grade: Band 3
Salary: £24,937 - £26,598 pro rata per year (Yearly basis)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (including some weekends & evenings to 8pm)

Job Overview

We are looking for a caring individual with a NVQ Level 2/3 or Health & Social Care qualification (or working towards). The role is in a busy Imaging department providing scans and X‑ray examinations for the Emergency, In‑patient and Out‑patient services. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team with radiographers and radiologists, supporting patient flow and cannulating patients. The position requires evening and weekend working. The role is based at Princess Royal Hospital and may occasionally involve work at other Trust sites.

Main Responsibilities

• Actively participate as a member of the Imaging team, contributing to the smooth and efficient operation of CT and Fluoroscopy areas.
• Assist radiographers, radiologists and nurses in providing individualized care to patients.
• Cannulate patients and support the operational flow of the department.
• Maintain confidence of all patient information and uphold confidentiality.
• Prepare patients for procedures, including adequate screening for safety.
• Be flexible with shift patterns, working evenings and weekends as required.
• Competently perform intravenous cannulation after training.

Person Specification

• Relevant healthcare experience.
• Qualifications: NVQ Level 2/3 or Health & Social Care qualification (or in progress). Knowledge of intravenous cannulation.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, evenings and weekends.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• Evidence of undertaking personal development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
• Evidence of championing diversity in prior roles where applicable.

Additional Information

• Job does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under current UK immigration rules; applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
• DBS checks undertaken for eligible roles.
• Flexible working options can be discussed with recruiting manager.
• Applicants should ensure they meet Skilled Worker Visa eligibility before applying.
• The advert may close early if a high volume of applications is received.

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Further Information

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Contact Details

Supervisor Radiographer: Tina Lucas
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone] ext 65719