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Band 3
Contract
Parhaol: Permanent
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Llawnamser - 37.5 awr yr wythnos
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Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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NHS
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Kettering General Hospital
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Kettering
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£22,816 - £24,336 per annum
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31/07/2024 23:59

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Radiology Assistant in Breast Screening

Band 3

Trosolwg o'r swydd

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our friendly breast screening unit.

You will need to be able to work effectively within our team, supporting patients through breast imaging and breast interventional procedures.

The role will be predominantly working in the breast ultrasound rooms, chaperoning patients, and may involve long periods of standing.

This is a full time post, with core hours being worked between 8.45am and 5.00pm, although flexibility around clinic timings will be required.

Competency in cannulation would be desirable and previous experience of working in a healthcare setting would be highly advantageous.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

Based at the Breast Screening Unit within the Treatment Centre at Kettering General Hospital the successful candidate will work with the rest of the breast radiology team to deliver a compassionate patient focused service.

The post holder will work within the breast multi-disciplinary team, to support in the delivery of the NHS Breast Screening Programme and also the symptomatic breast imaging service.   

 

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.

Our Excellence Values:

Compassion

Respect

Integrity

Courageous

Accountable

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Welcoming patients to the department

As required, to assist the patients in dressing and undressing, use of toilet facilities, chaperoning patients during the imaging examination and maintaining the privacy and dignity of patients throughout their visit to the department.

To treat all patients in a professional manner with particular regard to the concerns and anxieties of patients attending for symptomatic, screening and assessment procedures.

To assist the clinician or radiographer and the patient including preparing the equipment for examinations, supporting the patient during procedures, and looking after the patient following their imaging or procedure. 

Observing the patient and escalating to qualified staff of any adverse changes in the patient’s condition.

Preparation of sterile trolleys.

Applying sterile dressings and giving patients post-biopsy advice.

Escorting patients to and from the waiting and observation areas.

To support administrative duties including clinic preparation and sorting of breast screening clinics for reporting.

To participate in audit and infection control measures, to ensure a safe and clean environment for patients, including appropriate care and cleaning of equipment.

To escalate any faulty equipment or hazards.

Be aware of, and work within regulations governing;

  • Patient confidentiality, privacy and dignity 
  • Radiation Protection 
  • COSHH 
  • Health and Safety 
  • Fire Safety
  • Attend departmental meetings and be actively involved in the improvement of the service 
  • Attend mandatory training required by the trust.
  • Any other tasks requested by the leadership team that may reasonably be deemed to fall within the scope of the post.

Manyleb y person

Qualifications

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • GCSE or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English
Meini prawf dymunol
  • NVQ or equivalent in Healthcare

Experience

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Experience of working within a healthcare setting
  • Experience of adapting to changing working environment
  • Experience of working as part of a team
Meini prawf dymunol
  • Experience of dealing with anxious or distressed patients
  • Knowledge of aseptic technique

Skills

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Methodical, with a good eye for detail and accuracy.
  • Data Protection and confidentiality at all times
  • Computer Literate
Meini prawf dymunol
  • Ability to prioritise workload to ensure clinics run smoothly
  • The ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, staff and relatives, addressing barriers to understanding; provides empathy and reassurance

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Gofynion ymgeisio

Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.

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Enw
Deborah Black
Teitl y swydd
Programme Manager, Breast Screening
Cyfeiriad ebost
[email protected]
Rhif ffôn
01536 493511
Gwybodaeth i gefnogi eich cais

Donna Mann

 [email protected]

Superintendent Radiographer

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