Radiography Healthcare Support Worker
Be part of a 'Healthy Caring Powys' and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well.
Please be advised that there is a temporary top up for Bands 2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the top up to the living wage of £12.60 per hour - £24,638 per annum.
This temporary top up will be in place until the annual pay uplift for 2025/26 is confirmed.
Job overview
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 12 MONTHS DUE TO MATERNITY COVER.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.
We currently have a vacancy for a Radiography health care support worker to join our busy and friendly teams in Powys. Working in the Radiography departments in Welshpool and Newtown hospital. The opening hours of each site are from 8.30-5 Monday to Friday
Radiology currently provides imaging investigations, including X-Ray and Ultrasound with the possibility of further experience in other modalities in the future.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The role will involve working within a multidisciplinary team, providing high quality patient care during imaging investigations. The duties of this post include supporting Radiographers, Radiologists, Sonographers clinically and undertaking clerical duties, while rotating through all areas of the Radiology department.
You should ideally have excellent communication skills and full computer literacy. Previous clinical experience in a healthcare setting with experience of patient databases is desirable.
Working for our organisation
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales!Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Level 3 qualification in relevant healthcare subject, or possess the equivalent skills, knowledge and experience • Understanding of the role of Radiographic Support Workers
- Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology • Knowledge of clinical work
Experience
Essential criteria- Previous experience of working with the public in paid or voluntary roles • Experience of using computers
- Experience in supportive/assistant role such as Radiology Support Worker/HCSW/experience working within a hospital/caring
- environment
- Experience in a range of clinical skills including aseptic techniques
Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrate a positive, caring and compassionate attitude
- Ability to deal with distressing situations
- Works well both as an individual and as part of a team with good organisational and time management skills
- Motivated and possess a non-judgemental attitude towards others
- Willing to seek out learning, accept instruction and give/receive constructive feedback
- Ability to move and handle equipment and assist with manual handling of patients
- Welsh Language skills level 1-4 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
As a Health Board we embrace diversity and inclusion. We offer a supportive and welcoming place to work which is free from discrimination and fair in all our working practices.
We’ll value your contribution whether you’re looking for your first job, an apprenticeship, re-entering the workforce or looking for a career change. Powys Teaching Health Board warmly welcomes all.
You can complete your application in Welsh or English, it’s entirely your choice. Once you’ve applied, we will keep you updated on the progress of your application, so be sure to check your emails regularly.
Interested in working with us, but haven’t found the right job opportunity yet, or you require some guidance with your application, please contact our Resourcing Team on 01874 712580 or e-mail [email protected]. We’ll be happy to have an informal chat with you.