Band 3 Clinical Assistant

Royal Free London Nhs Foundation Trust; England; Sur place; GBP 25 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Clinical Assistant for its Breast Screening service. You will liaise with the multidisciplinary team and patients, supporting biopsy procedures and clinical examinations, under supervision of specialists.

You will prepare equipment, assist with procedures, document data, and ensure aseptic technique. The role is 37.5 hours per week, with opportunities for professional development and training.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs and good all‑round education.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise and work independently as well as in a team.
• IT and data inputting skills.
• Desirable NHS experience, data input and counselling skills.

Responsabilités

• Liaise with multidisciplinary team and service users in Breast Screening.
• Assist Consultant Surgeon/Radiologist during biopsy procedures and exams.
• Prepare and check equipment prior to biopsy; chaperone patients.
• Prepare procedure trolley for ultrasound/punch biopsy and dress wounds.

Connaissances

Communication

Organisational skills

Prioritisation

Independence

Data entry

Formation

GCSEs (5+)

Outils

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Description du poste

Job summary

The post holder will be expected to liaise appropriately with all Key Members of the multidisciplinary team and service users relating to the speciality of Breast Screening. They will provide assistance to the Consultant Surgeon / Radiologist in the Breast screening unit during biopsy procedures and clinical examination.

Responsible for preparation and checking of equipment prior to biopsy procedure. Chaperoning of patients during consultation and clinical examination. Preparation of procedure trolley for ultrasound biopsy / Punch Biopsy. Application of dressing following biopsy procedure in accordance to the aseptic technique.

Female only applicants.

Previous applicants need not to reapply at this stage.

In addition, applications must be the applicant's own work and accurately reflect their skills, qualifications, and experience. Applications that do not demonstrate this may not be progressed.

Due to the sensitive nature of this post, only female applicants can be considered, this is in line with the defined exceptions in the Equality Act 2010, known as Genuine Occupational Requirements (GOQ).

Please note if high volumes of applications are received the vacancy will close earlier than stated, you are advised to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Main duties of the job

An opportunity exists for a suitably experienced and innovative Clinical Assistant to join our renowned multi-professional team with a reputation of achieving clinical excellence. This is a rewarding role and you will be fully encouraged and supported in your professional development. We have 1 post available 37.5 hours per week, 8.30am to 5pm. You will have the opportunity to develop your existing knowledge and skills and you will be encouraged to attend relevant courses.

If you have:

• Experience and knowledge of working with patients.
• Evidence of relevant personal development.
• Knowledge of the NHS Breast Screening Programme.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to prioritise, work independently as well as within a team.
• IT and data inputting skills.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs. Good all round education.

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values.

Experience

Essential

• Clinical experience with patients.
• Administration and clerical experience.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in NHS.
• Data input.
• Counselling skills.

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Demonstrate awareness of issues around data protection and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Desirable

• Working knowledge of the NHSBSP or some experience of cancer services.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft systems including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Personal Qualities and attributes

Essential

• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Planning and organisational skills.
• Administrative skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.

Others

Desirable

• Customer service experience.
• Participation in service improvement audits.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here: Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

Employer contact details

Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist, Claire Mabena, [e-mail], 02037582416.