Radiology clinical Imaging Assistant

The Royal Marsden Hospital is one of Europe’s largest Oncology centres and was the world’s first hospital dedicated to cancer research, diagnosis, treatment and education, with sites in Chelsea and Sutton our new Cavendish Square site which opened in April 2021.
We are currently inviting applications from enthusiastic individuals to join the Diagnostic Radiology team at our Sutton site . We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced imaging or healthcare assistant to join our dedicated team . We are particularly interested in response from a radiology assistants or HCA with radiology and outpatient experience. We provide excellent opportunities for professional and personal development in a well-resourced environment.
Key skills required:

• Evidence of effective interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise with multidisciplinary team members.
• Experience of working in a pressurised environment.
• Experience of working in relevant care environment, e.g. within a hospital in a radiology or OPD department.

The successful candidate should be a highly motivated individual with good communication skills Punctual, presentable and courteous at all times and be able to remain calm under pressure.
If you meet the requirements above, we would love to hear from you!
Additional information:
The Diagnostic Imaging service provides an essential service to the hospital and will offer CT with dual energy, MRI, Mammography, Ultrasound as well as general X-Ray and IR . We have been awarded QSI accreditation in March 2018.
Our partnership with The Institute of Cancer Research and other key organisations means we offer access to the newest clinical trials and clinical trials of novel anti-cancer agents, all imaging modalities are fundamental to this process and forefront techniques and protocols are constantly being evolved within Radiology across all our sites.
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
For more information, please refer to the job description and person specification.

• To assist in radiographic examinations undertaken within the department (CT, MR, Ultrasound, X-Ray).
• To communicate effectively and empathetically with patients and their escorts prior to, during and after an examination.
• To deal with colleagues, patients, carers and relatives in a helpful, reassuring and friendly manner.
• To support radiographic, medical and nursing staff in the examination of patients by ensuring a safe, clean and hygienic working environment.