Job summary
- Main area
- Radiology
- Grade
- Band 2
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 36 hours per week (Weekends, Bank Holidays and evening - Hours to be discussed at interview)
- Job ref
- 272-7757611
- Employer
- Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Doncaster Royal Infirmary
- Town
- Doncaster
- Salary
- £24,465 Pro Rata Per Annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 14/04/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Radiology Department Assistant - Ultrasound Scanning
Band 2
Job overview
The Radiology Service is building a new and exciting future. You will be joining our friendly ultrasound team offering clinical cross-site support by providing the highest quality care. This will involve dealing with patients who are very ill or distressed, therefore good interpersonal skills are essential. You will be expected to work flexibly, participating in an extended 7-day service predominantly based in Ultrasound scanning.
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about the challenges of a busy working and constantly changing environment, with the ability to remain calm under pressure . You should have proven computer experience and possess good interpersonal and organisational skills. Previous experience in a medical environment would be an advantage, for this varied and interesting role.
This is a Trust post and you will be required to travel to all sites as required. Working hours will be in line with the needs of the service and will include evenings, weekends and bank holidays; therefore a flexible approach is essential.
Due to the sensitive nature of this post, only female applicants will be considered (this provision applies under Section 7(2)(b) of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975).
Main duties of the job
Working with a team of motivated and committed staff, to provide a first class and effective service to all patients attending Radiology
To undertake clinical support tasks as required by the radiologists / sonographers / radiographers
To undertake reception, clerical and other support duties as required
Working for our organisation
DBTH is one of Yorkshire’s Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:
• Extensive range of learning opportunities
• NHS Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditions
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing support
• NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice scheme
• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.
Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK
Please note that from 9th April 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Person specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience in a caring profession
- Exposure to patients and the general public
- Accurate record keeping
- IT experience on a range of IT systems
Desirable criteria
- Experience in a Clinical setting / Medical Environment
- Reception duties
- Experience in an office environment
Qualifications and Training
Essential criteria
- GCSE English & Maths - Level C or above or equivalent Qualifications or equivalent experience
Desirable criteria
- NVQ level 2/3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent or equivalent experience
- CARE Certificate
Personal Attributes and Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to work independently and as part of the wider team to manage high workload whilst maintaining accuracy
- Exercise sound judgement in relation to problem solving and identifying situations requiring further advice
- Able to accommodate the demands of the post with flexible working as required
- Able to prioritise workload
- Work in a logical & methodical manner
- To be able to travel independently to meet the demands of the post
- Ability to work with people at all levels to provide equality of care
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, both in person and via the telephone
- Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills to a wide audience including the multidisciplinary team / patients / relatives
- Ability to communicate with patients/service users where there are barriers to understanding (language, hearing impaired, learning difficulties)
- Able to maintain patient/ staff confidentiality
- Able to act with empathy, compassion and sensitivity
- Ability to deal sensitively and compassionately with patients, some of whom may have received bad news
Desirable criteria
- Adaptable to a changing environment, able to cope with the demands of evolving and sometimes unpredictable workload
- Able to work under pressure
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
- Sheryl Cowlam
- Job title
- Senior Sonographer
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01302 644575
- Additional information
Michele Render - 01302644575 [email protected]
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