At a Glance
- Tasks: Support patients during imaging procedures and assist clinical staff with care.
- Company: Join a leading private care provider in a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, training opportunities, and a caring work culture.
- Other info: Dynamic team atmosphere with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while developing your healthcare skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in healthcare or similar roles, strong communication skills, and a caring attitude.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
About the Role
CPL in partnership with leading private care provider are looking for a caring and reliable Clinical Imaging Assistant to support our imaging department in Hemel Hempstead. You'll work alongside radiographers and clinical staff to provide direct, hands-on patient care and support throughout the imaging pathway.
Key Responsibilities
- Greeting, reassuring, and preparing patients for imaging procedures, including helping them undress/dress, transfer, or position for scans
- Assisting patients with mobility needs (e.g. wheelchair users, those on trolleys or with limited mobility)
- Monitoring and supporting patients' comfort and wellbeing before, during, and after their scan
- Taking and recording basic clinical observations where required (e.g. temperature, pulse, blood pressure)
- Assisting radiographers and clinical staff during imaging procedures
- Maintaining accurate patient records and imaging documentation
- Ensuring imaging equipment, rooms, and patient areas are clean, stocked, and ready for use
- Supporting infection control practices, including PPE use and cleaning between patients
- Escorting patients to and from wards or waiting areas as needed
- Following all health and safety, safeguarding, and radiation protection protocols
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA), care assistant, or in a similar clinical support role
- Comfortable providing hands-on patient care, including assisting with mobility and personal care needs
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a calm and reassuring manner
- A caring, patient-focused approach
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work well as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Basic IT skills for patient record systems
- Willingness to undertake relevant training (e.g. moving and handling, infection control, basic life support)
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