Job summary
University College Hospital is part of the UCLH NHS Foundation Trust which has a reputation for innovation and providing excellent patient-focused care. UCH is centrally located within easy reach of the many amenities that London has to offer, catering for a wide and diverse population.
The Breast Imaging Department is currently seeking a highly motivated, skilled, enthusiastic health care assistant to join our multidisciplinary team.
We would expect the successful applicant to demonstrate a patient centred approach and contribute to the efficient running of the imaging department, with the provision of a consistently high standard of patient care.
Previous experience of working in a healthcare environment is essential. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a patient focused, technically advanced field and is an excellent opportunity to develop new skills and knowledge.
Main duties of the job
To assist with the running of the Breast imaging Service.
To assist Radiologists during interventional procedures
To assist Radiographers during Interventional Procedures
To prepare patients for their examinations
To teach junior members of staff, students and newly recruited Mammographers the Role of the RDA in Breast
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience in carrying out assigned duties/assisting qualified staff after training
- Working in a team
- Working in a Health Care or related setting
- Good standard of written and spoken English
Communication
Essential
- Able to communicate accurately and effectively with patients and colleagues verbally and in writing
- Able to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks.
- Able to deal with the public in person and on the phone
- Able to support and reassure patients/carers in distress
- Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality
Personal And People Development
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of own role within the team
Health, Safety And Security
Essential
- Understands importance of Infection control
Service Improvement
Essential
- Able to carry out administrative and clerical
Quality
Essential
- Able to maintain resources efficiently and effectively
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of the importance of equal opportunities
- Demonstrates understanding of importance of maintaining privacy and dignity
Desirable
- Experience of giving care in a multi-cultural environment
Enablement to address health and wellbeing needs
Essential
- Understands importance of Health Promotion
Provision of care to meet health and wellbeing needs
Essential
- Able to carry out clinical procedures as required
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience in carrying out assigned duties/assisting qualified staff after training
- Working in a team
- Working in a Health Care or related setting
- Good standard of written and spoken English
Communication
Essential
- Able to communicate accurately and effectively with patients and colleagues verbally and in writing
- Able to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks.
- Able to deal with the public in person and on the phone
- Able to support and reassure patients/carers in distress
- Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality
Personal And People Development
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of own role within the team
Health, Safety And Security
Essential
- Understands importance of Infection control
Service Improvement
Essential
- Able to carry out administrative and clerical
Quality
Essential
- Able to maintain resources efficiently and effectively
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of the importance of equal opportunities
- Demonstrates understanding of importance of maintaining privacy and dignity
Desirable
- Experience of giving care in a multi-cultural environment
Enablement to address health and wellbeing needs
Essential
- Understands importance of Health Promotion
Provision of care to meet health and wellbeing needs
Essential
- Able to carry out clinical procedures as required
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
Huntley Street
London
WC1E 6AG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
