Radiology Assistant

• GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths, grades A-C
• Demonstrates ability to travel around locations in Oxfordshire
• Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Basic IT skills

• NVQ Level 2 in Health/Diagnostic Care of equivalent
• Awareness of radiology services
• Experience of working in the NHS

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to people's lives? Do you enjoy working with people, delivering excellent patient care, and being part of an innovative healthcare service? If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Radiology Assistant to join our expanding Lung Cancer Screening (LCS) Service. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dynamic team helping to detect lung cancer earlier and improve outcomes for patients across Oxfordshire.

Patient Care and Support 

Administrative Duties 

Clinical Support 

Operational Responsibilities 

Compliance and Safety 

• Follow infection control and radiation safety regulations 
• Work under the direction of the radiographer and/or nurse 
• Adhere to Trust policies 

 Training and Development 

• Welcome and assist patients and visitors professionally 
• Provide clear explanations and reassurance 
• Assist with dressing/undressing while maintaining dignity, as needed 
• Act as chaperone when required 
• Support safe patient movement and handling, after training 

• Undertake clerical duties eg booking patients in, answering the telephone and entering data using Nelson+/EPR/CRIS systems 
• Maintain accurate patient records 
• Complete end-of-scan processes including adding accession numbers to Nelson+ 
• Conduct telephone screening (post-training and as required) 

• Assist radiographers during CT scanning 
• Support general clinical workflow 

• Maintain stock and supplies 
• Ensure clean and organised environments 
• Maintain departmental records 

• Participate in departmental, Directorate audit and clinical governance within scope of practice and under guidance of the senior team. 

• Complete mandatory training 
• Undertake Care Certificate (as required) 
• Participate in service improvement 

This is a mobile service, and the post holder will be required to work in the Lung Cancer Screening mobile CT unit at locations across Oxfordshire. The ability to travel to sites throughout the county is an essential requirement of the role.