Job summary
- Main area
- Radiology
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 2
- Contract
- Bank only - ad hoc contract
- Hours
- Part time
- Other
- Job ref
- 331-L141020252
- Employer
- University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Lancaster Infirmary
- Town
- Lancaster
- Salary
- £24,465 Pro Rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 24/11/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Radiology Support Worker - BANK
NHS AfC: Band 2
''Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work''
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and caring Radiology Support Worker to join our friendly and dynamic Radiology team at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for an organised, empathetic individual with good communication and interpersonal skills to contribute to high-quality patient care within a busy hospital imaging environment. You will work alongside Radiographers and Sonographers in the X-ray, Ultrasound, and Centenary Radiology Departments, supporting the safe and efficient delivery of imaging services.
Previous experience in a healthcare or administrative setting is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
Main duties of the job
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Welcome and prepare patients for imaging examinations in a professional and reassuring manner.
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Accurately register and update patient and examination details on the Radiology IT system.
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Support Radiographers and Sonographers in clinical areas, including chaperoning and general patient care.
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Answer telephone and in-person queries from patients, staff, and external referrers.
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Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient departmental environment.
This post offers the chance to develop valuable experience within a supportive multidisciplinary team that values kindness, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
The Radiology team at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary is committed to delivering safe, high-quality, and compassionate care while supporting staff development and career progression.
Working for our organisation
We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Person specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Good General Education with GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above.
- Good Command of English Language
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
- Available to work Nights/Weekends/Bank Holidays on a rota basis as required
Skills, ability and knowledge
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of computer systems
- Good communication/interpersonal skills
- Ability to work to Trust and Department Policies and Procedures
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of personal development (PDP)
Experience
Essential criteria
- Keyboard skills with speed and accuracy
- Evidence of computer skills
Desirable criteria
- Use of Sectra RIS/PACS system
- Previous experience of working in a Radiology department.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Karen Brakewell
- Job title
- Head of Department
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01524 516270
- Additional information
Naomi O'Connor, Deputy Head of Department on 01524 516271.
naomi.o'[email protected]
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