Radiographic Aide

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust, Orchard Square, Sheffield

Radiographic Aide

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Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust, Orchard Square, Sheffield

  • Part time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 24 Dec | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Full Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join our dedicated paediatric Radiology Department.

You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide a high quality, responsive diagnostic service to children in Sheffield, South Yorkshire and the surrounding areas.

You must have excellent communication and organisation skills, commitment to CPD and a growing knowledge of Radiation Protection legislation and health and safety requirements to ensure patients receive the best possible quality care. We have many opportunities for CPD, including research, audits and specialist training and we are committed to supporting and encouraging our staff and promote quality within our department.

Main duties of the job

To participate in the provision of a high quality specialised paediatric diagnostic imaging service to the Sheffield Children's Hospital.

To provide specific skilled support to the Radiographers and Radiologists by assisting in the person-centred care and support of children and young people referred to the service.

To work independently under the supervision of a Radiographer - supporting the clinical and operational delivery of our patient service; preparation of examination rooms; interacting with, and preparing the patient prior to certain examinations; intravenous cannulation and assisting the radiologist and radiographer in all required areas.

To participate in a patient centred approach to delivery of care with emphasis on patient experience.

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
1. Outstanding Patient Care
2. Brilliant Place to work
3. Leaders in Children's Health

We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.

As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.

Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts--helping you succeed at work and beyond.