Diagnostic Radiology Calls Service

Diagnostic Radiology Calls Service

Organisation role · 2–4 hrs/Week
NR4 7UY, Norwich, Norfolk, England, United Kingdom
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Norfolk & Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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Summary

Diagnostic Radiology calls we are looking to recruit volunteers for an exciting new project. Any Day Monday - Friday between 9.30 – 3.30pm for a 2-4hr session.

Detailed description

Volunteers will be telephoning patients who are due to attend a diagnostic radiology appointment within 48 hours, the purpose of these calls is to confirm the appointment and help alleviating anxiety, worry and concerns to relieve DNA’s and improve patient wellbeing and experience.


Volunteers will be using a script and will be supported by the Project Co-ordinator, volunteers will ask a number of questions to help support the patient and identify any barriers to attending their appointment, such as transport issues or translator requirements.


What we will provide to volunteers

💸 Reimbursement of costs🤝 Extra support

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About Norfolk & Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Volunteers are crucial to the NHS’s vision for the future of health and social care and there has never been a better time to become a volunteer in a health care setting.
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