Radiotherapy Department Assistant Band 3

NHS; Guildford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Guildford is seeking a part-time Clinical Support Worker to assist in patient care and clinic duties. Responsibilities include providing practical support to patients, aiding in administrative tasks, and supporting clinical staff. Candidates should have a good educational background to A-level standards and experience in a healthcare setting. The role offers salary of £26,240 to £27,928 per annum (pro rata), with additional training opportunities. Join an esteemed team focused on patient-centered care.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellbeing program

Commitment to professional development

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a healthcare setting is required.
• Confident standard of computer literacy with training provided.
• Understanding of data protection & confidentiality issues is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical support to patients and their carers during their visit.
• Assist in clinical duties related to the running of clinics.
• Participate in supporting staff and students.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

Good standard of general education to A-level

GCSE/equivalent English Language Grade C

GCSE/equivalent Maths Grade C

Job description

Job Summary

Do you have experience in patient care and looking for a new challenge? Are you looking to take your first tentative steps in a clinical support role? If this is you, then why not look to become part of our excellent clinical team at the Royal Surrey Cancer Centre at the Royal Surrey Foundation Trust?

Overview

Royal Surrey Cancer Centre is focused on providing excellent patient pathways and patient-centred care. The centre is based in Guildford with a satellite site at the East Surrey Hospital in Redhill. This role may require you to work occasionally at the satellite centre to ensure coverage of service.

We require you to be enthusiastic, friendly and hard working with excellent communication skills, and have the ability to manage your time, plan and prioritise your work.

You will be required to work in a team and make decisions within your scope of practice. You must have a clear understanding of patient confidentiality and ensure that this is maintained both in and out of the workplace.

Main Duties

The purpose of this role is to support clinical staff members in the care and administration of patients undergoing radiotherapy, working with Medical, Radiographic, Physics and Administrative colleagues.

About Us

Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.

We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.

Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide practical support to patients and their carers during their visit to the department.
• Assist in clinical duties related to the running of clinics, supporting theatre sessions, chaperoning, restocking and locating patient documentation.
• Assist in administrative duties related to clinics, the delivery of Radiotherapy and CT scanning.
• Participate in supporting staff and students.
• Work flexibly to meet the demands of the role and be physically capable of spending some of the day on your feet and assisting in the moving and handling of patients.

Qualifications & Experience

• Good standard of general education to A-level.
• GC(S)E/equivalent English Language Grade C or above.
• GC(S)E/equivalent Maths Grade C or above.
• Previous experience of a healthcare setting.
• Confident standard of computer literacy (training will be provided).
  Understanding of legislation concerning radiation and other safety hazards, the implications of the Data Protection Act and the need to maintain patient and staff confidentiality.
• Previous NHS experience (desirable).
• A good understanding of NHS / other administrative systems (desirable).
• Understanding of data protection & confidentiality issues (desirable).

Training & Development

Attain the Trust’s Care Certificate (3 weeks) and receive additional training in venepuncture, assisting in theatre and mandatory Trust training.

Contract and Compensation

• Permanent part‑time contract.
• Salary £26,240 to £27,928 per annum (pro rata) including High Cost Area Supplement.
• Band 3.

Working Pattern and Location

Part‑time, based at Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford (GU2 7XX). Some cover may be required at Redhill.

Employer Details

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
Royal Surrey County Hospital
Egerton Road
Guildford
GU2 7XX
Website https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Disclosure and Barring Service (CRB) check required.

Reference Number

384-SB-EMF19364-A

Reference Number

384-SB-EMF19364-A