Radiography Health Care Assistant in Chelmsford

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Job Description

Radiography Health Care Assistant

Location: Springfield Hospital, Chelmsford

Hours: 37.5 per week

Mixture of long and short days; some weekend work will be required. Springfield Hospital is seeking a dedicated and caring Radiography Health Care Assistant (HCA) to join our Imaging Department. This role involves supporting Consultants and Radiographers across all imaging modalities, ensuring smooth workflow and exceptional patient care. You will play a vital role in maintaining patient comfort, assisting with procedures, and providing administrative support where required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Radiographers and Consultants during imaging procedures across MRI, CT, X-ray, Ultrasound and other modalities.
• Prepare patients for examinations, ensuring dignity and comfort throughout the process.
• Provide clear and compassionate communication to patients and colleagues.
• Maintain accurate records and support administrative tasks using RIS and Maxims systems.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and safety standards.
• Contribute to a positive team environment and uphold high standards of patient care.

Key Attributes & Skills

• Excellent patient care and communication skills.
• Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail.
• IT proficiency; experience with RIS and Maxims systems is beneficial.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• A caring, professional, and adaptable approach to work.

About Springfield Hospital

Conveniently located on the outskirts of Chelmsford with free onsite parking, Springfield Hospital is renowned for delivering high-quality healthcare to self-funding patients, those with health insurance, and NHS patients exercising choice through the e-referral system. We work with over 200 experienced consultants supported by skilled nursing staff and a Resident Medical Officer available 24/7.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options
• Private Pension (Ramsay matches up to 5% after qualifying period)
• Flexible shift patterns where possible
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• Private medical cover (option to add partner & dependants)
• Life Assurance (x3 base salary)
• Free training and development via Ramsay Academy
• Free onsite parking (where possible)
• Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)
• Concerts for Carers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle2Work scheme (in partnership with Halfords)
• Blue Light Card Scheme

About Us

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 60 years’ experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

We care. It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. We strive to deliver the best care and support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists through the MOD Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. We welcome a positive, can-do attitude and the skills and commitment of our employees as the basis for our success.

We are dedicated to equality of opportunity for all and invite applicants from all backgrounds to apply.