Radiology Department Assistant

Under the supervision of radiographers, assist with all aspects of imaging, including changing patients in preparation for examination In accordance with Trust and Directorate policy, undertake structured theoretical and practical based training to; Assist Radiographers in the positioning of patients for examinations Prepare and maintain trolleys for biopsies and to assist with biopsies, drainages etc. as and when the need arises Understand and demonstrate the fundamentals of Radiation Protection Demonstrate an established knowledge base of basic anatomy and medical terminology Administer oral contrast to patients having CT and MRI according to Trust protocol To act as a second checker for Radiology Contrast media in CT and MRI, and also act as second checker for Buscopan in MRI and CT Colonoscopies Prepare CT/MRI scanning rooms and all imaging rooms to receive patients To help with distressed patients, unwell patients, explain procedures to them and take care of them, reassuring them as required, reporting any problems to the person undertaking the examination Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.