Clinical Support Worker

North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Clinical Support Worker for their Breast Unit team. The successful candidate will assist consultants and support patients during imaging and procedures. Ideal for those with clinical support experience, the role offers flexible working hours up to 37.5 per week, with consideration for part-time requests.

Qualifications

• Experience in a clinical support role is desirable but not essential.
• Candidates without full qualifications may be interviewed and employed at Band 2 until qualified.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up clinical rooms for ultrasound imaging and invasive procedures.
• Assist patients with preparation for imaging and support during procedures.
• Chaperone patients during imaging and interventional procedures.

Skills

Clinical support experience

Effective communication

Job description

Clinical Support Worker – Breast Unit

This post will close on the closing date or when sufficient applications are received and therefore may close before the actual closing date.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate clinical support worker to join our dynamic Breast Unit team. The post holder will work across all group sites and will provide support to consultants, radiologists and radiographers to ensure the best quality of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up clinical rooms for ultrasound imaging and invasive procedures.
• Assist patients with preparation for imaging and support during procedures.
• Chaperone patients during imaging and interventional procedures.
• Assist consultants with drainage and aspiration procedures when required.
• Provide after‑care and wound dressing for patients.
• Support efficient patient flow through breast clinics to enhance patient experience.
• Communicate effectively with the breast team to maintain a safe and efficient patient pathway.
• Travel independently between all group sites on a rotational basis.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in a clinical support role is desirable but not essential.
• Consideration may be given to interview candidates who do not have the full qualifications; they will be employed at a Band 2 until qualified.

Working Hours

The post is advertised as up to 37.5 hours per week. Applicants seeking to work less than full time will be considered in line with the successful applicant’s needs.

Additional Information

• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance is required for new hires and will be paid for by the Trust through salary deduction from the first month’s pay.
• All new employees must complete a satisfactory 6‑month probationary period, with some exemptions for internal applicants or bank staff.
• Applicants must provide references covering the last three years of employment history; personal references are not accepted.
• We can offer sponsorship for a Health and Care Worker or Skilled Worker visa where eligible (see Skilled Worker visa: Your job - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) for guidance).

Submission of applications will be accepted until sufficient applications have been received. Once the vacancy closes early, no further applications will be considered.