Improving Uptake Officer - Breast Screening

Uhmb; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization is seeking an Improving Uptake Officer for its Breast Screening program. This role requires collaboration with GPs to increase participation in breast screening among underrepresented populations. The position offers flexible work hours and is a vital role in advancing public health in the community.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in project management and communication.
• Educate women about breast awareness and screenings.
• Experience liaising with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Promote screening events targeting hard-to-reach women.
• Implement communication plans and evaluate effectiveness.
• Prepare interim and end-of-year reports.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Degree-level education or relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office/Office365

Job description

Improving Uptake Officer - Breast Screening

NHS AfC: Band 5

Main area: Administrative and Clerical. Grade: NHS AfC: Band 5. Contract: 9 months (FIXED TERM). Hours:

• Full time
• Part time
• Job share
• Flexible working

37.5 hours per week. Job ref 331-X16760525-A

Site: Breast Screening Unit, Royal Lancaster Infirmary. Town: Lancaster. Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum. Salary period: Yearly. Closing date: 30/06/2025 23:59.

"Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work"

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay is committed to increasing workforce diversity and encourages applications from protected groups, including BAME, LGBT+, and people with disabilities.

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the North Lancashire and South Cumbria Breast Screening programme as an Improving Uptake Officer. This is a full/part-time/flexible, fixed-term position for 9 months to cover maternity leave starting March/April 2025.

Cancer screening programmes are vital in protecting public health. The current breast screening uptake in Lancashire is below the national average and declining. This role aims to target patients in lower-uptake practices to increase screening participation, potentially leading to:

• Effective treatment packages
• Saving lives

GP endorsement has been shown to increase uptake. The officer will work collaboratively with GPs and primary care staff to emphasize the importance of screening and endorsement.

Main duties

• Visit GP practices and liaise with healthcare professionals to organize promotional events targeting hard-to-reach women.
• Educate women on breast awareness and screening, providing relevant information.
• Support GP practices in targeting non-attenders.
• Implement and evaluate communication plans, including text reminders.
• Provide feedback reports and recommendations to commissioners.
• Develop sustainability and project plans with milestones.
• Prepare interim and end-of-year reports with evaluations and service improvement recommendations.

Working for our organisation

We operate from three main hospitals: Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, along with community healthcare premises across Morecambe Bay.

FGH and RLI offer comprehensive hospital services, including Emergency Departments and critical care. WGH provides general hospital services with an Urgent Treatment Centre for minor conditions. All sites deliver outpatient, diagnostic, therapy, day case, and inpatient services, along with community outreach programs.

Detailed job description and responsibilities

For detailed duties, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification under supporting documents. More information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay can be found at our website.

Person specification

• Degree-level education or relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Office365 (Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher) or equivalent.
• Experience managing projects involving professionals and service users/public collaboration.

Note: Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email.

We promote flexible working to support work-life balance and are committed to Equal Opportunities, aiming to be Effortlessly Inclusive.

The Trust has a No Smoking Policy.

Applicants must demonstrate how they meet the Person Specification. The Trust may close the advert early once sufficient applications are received. Interview expenses are not typically covered unless specified. The role may require a Disclosure & Barring Service check, with associated fees for certain positions.

New staff will undergo a 6-month probationary period. We have introduced Pre-Onboarding to assist new employees, accessible at Pre-Onboarding link.

Employer certification

This role involves access to vulnerable populations and is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) 2020, requiring a disclosure check through the Disclosure and Barring Service.