Job Description

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY.
Under current Home Office Immigration Rules, this role does not meet the UK Visas and Immigration criteria and the position is not therefore eligible for sponsorship. Applications from candidates that require skilled worker sponsorship will NOT be shortlisted.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our DEXA Team at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join our growing DEXA service at RJAH. RJAH is a lead provider for DEXA (Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry) for a large catchment area and in Autumn/Winter 2024 our service will be expanding with an additional DEXA scanner giving the service two scanners.
We are seeking a proactive and positive member of the team that will work effectively and efficiently with our patients and their families an carers, and the wider multi-disciplinary team. The service is operational seven days a week.
Main duties of the job
Support those patients undergoing their scan, ensuring their comfort and dignity and supporting the Radiographer to perform of manual handling of patients. Supporting phlebotomy (blood collection) for DEXA patients. Undertaking cleaning and ensuring infection prevent and control good practice.
Collecting key patient information (height and weight) and use of the DEXA information systems to record patient information.
About us
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH)is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities - including our recently-opened 6 million Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.
Details
Date posted
11 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
24,465 a year Pro rata per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
224-PA20250702869-B
Job locations
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hopspital NHS Foundation Trust
Gobowen
SY10 7AG
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist the Radiographer with cleaning and IPC (Infection Prevention and Control
Attend to the needs of the patient, ensuring their comfort and dignity.
To support with patient data collation to improve patient experience, care and enhance outcomes.
To take relevant patient information prior to their appointment such as height and weight.
To support with Phlebotomy for DEXA patients.
Ensure that the necessary documentation accompanies the patient.
Use of the DEXA Information Systems to record patient information.
Assist the Radiographer with the manual handling of patients.
To act as chaperone for some examinations.
To assist Radiographer in the imaging room.
Liaise with relevant staff/nurses/Consultants.
Escort patients within the DEXA department.
To assist with the moving of beds and wheelchairs and assisting the patient onto the imaging table.
To ensure the continuous flow of patients through the DEXA rooms.
To reassure the patient and provide basic information.
To ensure the relevant documentation follows the patient.
To maintain the tidiness and cleanliness of the examination room.
To maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
To comply with Health and Safety rules, the local rules for the protection of persons against ionising radiation, and the agreed policies and procedures of the Trust.
To be able to use the EPR (Electronic Patient Record) hospital computer system as well as any DEXA related systems.
To communicate and liaise with the DEXA, Metabolic, and Rheumatology staff.
To communicate general information to patients and visitors.
Manual handling
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker Sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.Job seekers should be aware that not all roles will be eligible for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. For further information visitUK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist the Radiographer with cleaning and IPC (Infection Prevention and Control
Attend to the needs of the patient, ensuring their comfort and dignity.
To support with patient data collation to improve patient experience, care and enhance outcomes.
To take relevant patient information prior to their appointment such as height and weight.
To support with Phlebotomy for DEXA patients.
Ensure that the necessary documentation accompanies the patient.
Use of the DEXA Information Systems to record patient information.
Assist the Radiographer with the manual handling of patients.
To act as chaperone for some examinations.
To assist Radiographer in the imaging room.
Liaise with relevant staff/nurses/Consultants.
Escort patients within the DEXA department.
To assist with the moving of beds and wheelchairs and assisting the patient onto the imaging table.
To ensure the continuous flow of patients through the DEXA rooms.
To reassure the patient and provide basic information.
To ensure the relevant documentation follows the patient.
To maintain the tidiness and cleanliness of the examination room.
To maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
To comply with Health and Safety rules, the local rules for the protection of persons against ionising radiation, and the agreed policies and procedures of the Trust.
To be able to use the EPR (Electronic Patient Record) hospital computer system as well as any DEXA related systems.
To communicate and liaise with the DEXA, Metabolic, and Rheumatology staff.
To communicate general information to patients and visitors.
Manual handling
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker Sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.Job seekers should be aware that not all roles will be eligible for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. For further information visitUK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential

• GCSE or equivalent English & Mathematics grade D or above
• NVQ level 2 in Health Care or equivalent Phlebotomy trained

Knowledge/Experience
Essential

• Hospital environment and medical terminology.
• Understanding of and commitment to confidentiality and data security requirements

Skills and Competencies
Essential

• Patient care skills including a pleasant and professional manner.
• Good forward planning and ability to manage and prioritise own workload effectively.
• Ability to handle a high volume of work
• Good oral and written communication.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• IT literate

Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential

• GCSE or equivalent English & Mathematics grade D or above
• NVQ level 2 in Health Care or equivalent Phlebotomy trained

Knowledge/Experience
Essential

• Hospital environment and medical terminology.
• Understanding of and commitment to confidentiality and data security requirements

Skills and Competencies
Essential

• Patient care skills including a pleasant and professional manner.
• Good forward planning and ability to manage and prioritise own workload effectively.
• Ability to handle a high volume of work
• Good oral and written communication.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• IT literate

Skills Required