Job summary
To work as a
member of the team delivering high quality service within Ultrasound.
To carry out
administration duties in a manner that supports departmental targets and
ensures compliance with standard operating procedures.
To undertake both
administrative and patient care duties to enable a patient focussed
service.
Main duties of the job
Maintain a professional appearance in line with the Trust dress code.
Uphold the Trusts values and behaviours (available on the Trust web site) and behave in a manner fitting with the responsible position of the role, maintaining the public confidence.
Maintain professional and courteous working relationships with staff and respect the equality and diversity of every person they meet.
Always uphold the privacy and dignity of the client group.
The post holder will adhere to the Trusts policy relating to confidentiality.
About us
We provide care and support to over a million people in
Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, community settings and across our
four hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (Wakefield) and the Community Diagnostic Centre.
Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of
innovation and research, and we invest in teaching and the development of our
workforce.
We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful
and maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid
Yorkshire the best place to work and receive care.
We value diversity and welcome talent and enthusiasm
irrespective of age, disability, neurodivergence, sex, gender identity and
gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation,
or other personal circumstances including providing unpaid carers support to
someone with a health and care need. As ethnic minority groups, members of the
LGBTQ+ community, and people with a disability/neurodivergence are currently
under-represented across the organisation, we encourage applications from
members of these groups. We have policies and procedures to ensure all
applicants are treated fairly and consistently
We have a clear vision and you could be part of this! If
you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our
patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist the Radiologists, Sonographers, and other staff in providing a comprehensive efficient service.
The post holder will ensure that patient documentation is administered efficiently using the Radiology Information System and the eCaMIS PAS system.
In relation to patient care the post holder will ensure that every effort is made to maintain patient safety and wellbeing, adhering to moving and handling policies to ensure that patients come to no harm.
Booking in/attending patients on the Radiology information system, performing ID checks to comply with policy.
The post holder will ensure that patients are appropriately dressed for their procedure, assisting the patient in dressing and undressing as required and help position the patient for their examination as appropriate.
The post holder will prepare the room for the patients examination and prepare and administer to patients oral preparation, under guidance of the Sonographers.
Chaperone patients when required.
Monitor patients in the waiting areas and respond to their needs if a patient requires further assistance.
The post holder will undertake general observation of patients and report any concerns to the Sonographers or medical staff.
The post holder will adhere to control of infection policies in support of patients with known infection, paying attention to personal protection (e.g. use of appropriate PPE).
The post holder will ensure that the environment and equipment is clean and fit for purpose to reduce the incidence of hospital acquired infection.
The post holder may be required to undergo training for aseptic non-touch technique (ANTT).
The post holder will be required to become competent in using the CARPS web logger to arrange portering tasks.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to act diplomatically in sensitive situations involving patients or staff
- Friendly, respectful of colleagues, approachable, clean and tidy appearance.
- Good customer service/patient care skills.
- Able to fulfil all physical aspects of the role including manoeuvring trolleys and beds, ability to assist frail and ill patients.
- Awareness of own limitations.
- A willingness to abide by the Trusts Equality and Diversity and Health and Safety Policies.
Desirable
- Ability to work under moderate pressure.
- Adaptable to changing environment.
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Awareness of own limitations.
- Awareness of risks, identifying them and alerting appropriate personnel.
- Able to communicate clearly and concisely.
Desirable
- Awareness of Health & Safety at work
- Awareness of Moving & Handling
- Understanding of patient confidentiality.
Skills and AbiIities
Essential
- Basic computer literacy and keyboard skills.
- Ability to receive and communicate information verbally and in writing.
- Maintain a safe working environment for self and others.
Desirable
- IT skills and qualifications.
- Ability to work accurately under pressure.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2/3 qualification in related subject.
- A reasonable standard of education to include CSE or GCSE in English Language and Maths or equivalent/experience
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to satisfy Occupational Health screening
- Adaptable and flexible according to the demands of the service.
- Core working hours will include some evenings and weekend working
Experience
Essential
- Experience of good customer or patient care
- Basic Computer skills
Desirable
- Previous experience in an administrative role
- Experience of working within a related area e.g. Health/Social Care Setting.
- A willingness to learn NHS computer software systems.
- Experience of working with confidential material.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
Employer details
Employer name
The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust
Address
Trust HQ and Education Centre, Pinderfields Hospital
Aberford Road
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF1 4DG