Assistant PractitionerNHS
Job summary
If you are a reliable individual with initiative and a positive approach to work an exciting opportunity has arisen within our friendly team to work for the Breast Screening Unit. We provide a screening and symptomatic breast imaging service for the population of Gateshead, Sunderland, South Tyneside and Durham, predominantly working at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital as well as in 3 static units and 2 mobile trailers. This would be a fantastic development opportunity for the right person. You must have good communication and organisational skills and be able to adapt to developing service needs. A qualification as an Assistant Practitioner would be desirable but not essential as full training could be given to suitably qualified applicants. The main responsibility of the role will be to provide excellent technical expertise in all aspects of the service including assessment and symptomatic clinics. Core working hours are from 8am-8pm Monday to Friday and Saturdays 8am-4pm. A current driving license and a car available for use are an essential requirements. Anyone applying for a position which involves a regulated activity will require an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and that the disclosure will, where appropriate to the role, include information against the Independent Safeguarding Authority barred lists for working with children or working with adults or both.
Main duties of the job
To work as part of a multi disciplinary team providing an efficient and effective BreastScreening Service to patients/clients within the assessment centre and on mobile andstatic screening units.To carry out screening mammography to the standard required by the NHS BreastScreening Programme and provide a high level of patient care within the symptomatic andassessment services.To work at all screening venues as well as in the base hospital, and to be prepared to workflexible hours to suit the need of the service.To provide support to medical staff during clinics.To x-ray breast pathological specimens after appropriate training.To work in a flexible manner and be willing to adapt to the changing needs of the serviceincluding extending their role to incorporate further imaging techniques after appropriatetraining actively engage in the "Make every contact count" (MECC) process, promoting healthylifestyle choices.
Job description
Will take responsibility for managing own usage of supplies and equipment.
Monitor stock levels and report to the appropriate person when reordering is required.
Assist and support professionals from the multi-disciplinary team with agreed clinical,administrative activities.
Have the ability to concentrate and manage multiple tasks within a busy environment. I.e. managing interruptions and queries. Adhere to good practice and Trust policy when assessing and implementing manual handling techniques. Use initiative to maintain work flow and ensure minimum waiting times, liaising with senior staff if problems/ potential problems arise. X-ray breast specimens both from theatre and those generated in the unit, ensuring images are adequate for purpose. Will handle breast specimens in the appropriate manner observing trust infection control procedures and ensuring specimens are correctly identified and transported to pathology correctly. Will be able to work with PACs and digital images ensuring all images are correctly downloaded and presented correctly for reporting. Must audit own work according to NHSBSP standards for mammography. Will have the knowledge to provide clients/patients with accurate information on current womens health issues. Will actively promote Make every contact count agenda providing advice and signposting for clients/patients on health lifestyle choices. Accurately document client clinical information in line with NHSBSP standards. Take part in radiographic quality assurance duties both in the assessment centre and at remote screening sites. Must work in accordance with Gateshead Health NHS FT and Department policies and protocols.
About us
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
We have a number of staff networks including the Global Ethnic Majority (GEM) network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our Armed Forces network is one of our emerging networks.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.