Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self motivated , team player to join our dedicated team looking after and supporting our patients with fragility fractures and low bone density .The successful candidate will be required to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the Bone densitometry service (DEXA), assisting in the smooth running of DEXA and FLS (Fracture Liaison Service) patients by performing specialised tasks. The post holder will also be expected to provide support to the multidisciplinary team across the wider clinical imaging service to deliver high standards of patient care whenever required.
This post will require the candidate to work across multiple sites within Cornwall and must have independent means of travel.
Main duties of the job
A member of the DEXA team, helping to provide high standards of care.
Comply with local and Trust procedures to ensure health and safety in the workplace.
Undertake clinical duties to support pre, peri and post procedural care.
Support the practitioners in managing clinical workflow through the service.
Undertake general administrative and clerical duties as required.
About us
Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good education to include Grade A-C GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics and/or relevant NVQ Level 2
Experience
Essential
- Prior experience of working with the general public
- Computer literate with basic IT skills
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within the NHS of Healthcare system
Practical & Intellectual Skills
Essential
- Effective and adaptable communication skills
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently to a consistently high standard
Desirable
- Knowledge of DEXA scanning
Disposition / Adjustment / Attitude
Essential
- Take responsibility for developing one self and motivated to learn
- Flexible in working patterns and location
- Flexible approach to work. Ability to demonstrate commitment (through a collective agreement) to provide work longer days which may include Bank Holiday periods.
Additional Circumstances
Essential
- A Disclosure and Barring Service check satisfactory to the organisation.
- OH clearance.
- Ability to travel and work across sites
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good education to include Grade A-C GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics and/or relevant NVQ Level 2
Experience
Essential
- Prior experience of working with the general public
- Computer literate with basic IT skills
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within the NHS of Healthcare system
Practical & Intellectual Skills
Essential
- Effective and adaptable communication skills
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently to a consistently high standard
Desirable
- Knowledge of DEXA scanning
Disposition / Adjustment / Attitude
Essential
- Take responsibility for developing one self and motivated to learn
- Flexible in working patterns and location
- Flexible approach to work. Ability to demonstrate commitment (through a collective agreement) to provide work longer days which may include Bank Holiday periods.
Additional Circumstances
Essential
- A Disclosure and Barring Service check satisfactory to the organisation.
- OH clearance.
- Ability to travel and work across sites
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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