Band 3 Clinical Assistant | Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known NHS trust in Greater London offers an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Assistant in the Breast Screening unit. The successful candidate will support the Consultant Surgeon/Radiologist during biopsy procedures, handle patient liaison, and ensure equipment is prepared. Candidates must have experience working with patients, excellent communication skills, and knowledge of the NHS Breast Screening Programme. This role provides 37.5 hours per week with professional development support and flexible working opportunities.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Generous benefits

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge of working with patients.
• Evidence of relevant personal development.
• Knowledge of the NHS Breast Screening Programme.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with multidisciplinary team and service users.
• Assist Consultant Surgeon/Radiologist during biopsy procedures.
• Prepare and check equipment prior to biopsy procedure.
• Chaperone patients during consultation.
• Apply dressing following biopsy procedure.

Skills

Experience and knowledge of working with patients

Excellent communication and organisational skills

IT and data inputting skills

Ability to prioritise and work independently

Job description

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.

Qualifications

• Previous applicants need not apply.
• Female only applicants.
• 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.

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 believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join the Royal Free at this time, we would be interested in receiving your application.

To find out more about working at the Royal Free please visit our website. The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top