Band 3 Clinical Assistant

Job summary

The post holder will be expected to liaise appropriately with all Key Members of themultidisciplinary team and service users relating to the speciality of BreastScreening.They will provide assistance to the Consultant Surgeon /Radiologist in the Breastscreening 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.

*** Female only applicants. ***

Main duties of the job

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 have:

• 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.

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.

About us

Our trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.

Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers' money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.

Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.

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Due to the sensitive nature of this post, only female applicants can be considered. This is in line with the defined exceptions in the Equality Act 2010, known as Genuine Occupational Requirements (GOQ)

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum of 5 GCSE's . Good all round education

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Experience

Essential

• Clinical experience with patients.
• Administration & clerical experience

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in NHS.
• Data input
• Counselling Skills

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Demonstrate awareness of issues around data protection and confidentiality
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Desirable

• Working knowledge of the NHSBSP or some experience of cancer services
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Working knowledge of Microsoft systems including word, excel and outlook.

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum of 5 GCSE's . Good all round education

Experience

Essential

• Clinical experience with patients. Administration & clerical experience

Desirable

• Data input, Counselling Skills, Previous experience of working in NHS.

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Demonstrate awareness of issues around data protection and confidentiality Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Desirable

• Working knowledge of the NHSBSP or some experience of cancer services Knowledge of medical terminology Working knowledge of Microsoft systems including word, excel and outlook. Demonstrate awareness of issues around data

Personal Qualities & attributes

Essential

• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines Planning and organisational skills Administrative skills with attention to detail and accuracy Good interpersonal skills Effective written and verbal communication

Others

Desirable

• Customer service experience Participation in service improvement audits