Healthcare Science Associate

South Tyneside And Sunderland Nhs Foundation Trust; South Shields; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

This NHS post offers a role within Healthcare Science, focusing on Bone Densitometry and Nuclear Medicine. The Healthcare Science Associate will work in a multidisciplinary team, performing quality control testing and bone densitometry scanning, with involvement in hydrogen breath testing and GFR analysis.

Entry requirements include English and Maths at Level 2 and a relevant Imaging/Radiology qualification, with opportunities to develop within a supportive Trust environment.

Qualifications

• Essential Level 4 qualification in Medical Imaging, Healthcare Science (Nuclear Medicine) or Radiology with experience in bone density and/or nuclear medicine.
• Knowledge, skill and experience to respond calmly and professionally in patient problems, including basic CPR.
• Basic knowledge of IT software packages (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Performs a range of Bone Density, Nuclear Medicine and ancillary procedures; supervision is available for reference.
• Assist staff of Nuclear Medicine section in Quality Control, laboratory and radiopharmacy processes.
• Keep accurate records and maintain confidentiality.
• PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

Skills

Good communication skills

Good interpersonal skills

Good customer care skills

Excellent team player

Able to work under pressure

Able to work on own within set Bound**

Education

Level 4 qualification in Medical Imaging/Healthcare Science/Radiology

Job description

Job summary

This is an opportunity to work with patients in the exciting and constantly developing field of Healthcare Science, specifically in Bone Densitometry and Nuclear Medicine.Healthcare science associates work in multidisciplinary teams to diagnose and treat disease using radiation in its various forms. This role is patient and quality focused and would suit a Healthcare Science Associate or an Assistant Practitioner.

You must meet the entry requirements of English and Maths qualifications at Level 2 (GCSE Grades 9-4 or A*-C, or Functional/Key Skills at Level 2), as well as having a relevant Imaging/Radiology qualification.

For informal enquiries or site visits please contact: David Donohue [e-mail]

For an informal discussion, please contact Glenn Guthrie, Chief Technologist ([e-mail]) or David Donohue, Lead Technologist, South Tyneside ([e-mail]).

Main duties of the job

The Healthcare Science Associate is responsible for providing support to the wider Healthcare Science Team, taking a lead in performing Quality Control Testing and Bone Densitometry Scanning, and actively participating in Hydrogen Breath Testing and Glomerular Filtration Rate Analysis.

The post holder will be expected:

• To perform a range of roles, with around 50% of time dedicated to Bone Densitometry and the rest to Nuclear Medicine, Physiological Measurement and Quality Control.
• Play a key part in providing a service of excellence to all of our patients.
• Work with qualified staff to provide all technical aspects within scope of practice.
• Perform a range of specialist healthcare science activities.

About us

One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Job responsibilities

• Performs a range of Bone Density, Nuclear Medicine and ancillary procedures; supervision is available for reference.
• Assist staff of Nuclear Medicine section in Quality Control, laboratory and radiopharmacy processes.
• Keep accurate records and maintain confidentiality
• PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

Person Specification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good customer care skills
• Excellent team player
• Able to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
• Able to work on own within set boundaries

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in radiology or nuclear medicine department with experience in Bone Densitometry

Desirable

• Experience in taking blood samples
• Experience in simple laboratory procedures

Qualifications

Essential

• Appropriate (related to medical imaging) Level 4 qualification in Medical Imaging, Healthcare Science (Nuclear Medicine) or Radiology supplemented by experience to ensure understanding of a range of routine and non-routine bone density and/or nuclear medicine procedures.
• Knowledge, skill and experience necessary to respond calmly, competently and professionally in the event of a patient experiencing problems, including basic CPR
• Basic knowledge of IT software packages (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook)

Desirable

• Knowledge of Ionising Radiation Regulations in relation to role

Physical Skills

Essential

• Ability to move and handle objects safely
• Ability to move and handle patients safely

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.