Job summary
Finchley Memorial Community Diagnostic Centre offers convenient access to important diagnostic tests including Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Phlebotomy, Respiratory and Imaging Tests - including CT, MRI, Ultrasound and X-Ray in a non-acute outpatient setting.
In this position you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide a quality clinical support service for our patients and referring Medical Staff. This will involve providing clinical support to practitioners and doctors throughout the departments and assisting with manual handling tasks in a manner which is safe for both patients and staff.
Main duties of the job
The clinical department assistant team leader has a breadth of knowledge across the clinical departments operational within the CDC providing holistic and person-centred care and support for people of all ages and in a variety of settings.
The clinical department assistant team leader works independently under the leadership of the ultrasound clinical lead, working within the scope of practice of a clinical department assistant whilst providing support and leadership to the clinical department assistant workforce.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Demonstrates ability to meet trust values
Education and qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent
- Cannulation certificate
- GSCE awards in English, Mathematics and a Science discipline
- Good written and spoken English
- Well demonstrated IT skills and qualifications
Desirable
- Leadership/coaching/mentoring qualification
Skills and Apptitudes
Essential
- Demonstrates a commitment to patient care.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, able to liaise with the public and staff at all levels
- Able to meet goals
- Able to use own initiative
- Ability to work to a high standard with minimum supervision
- Problem solving skills
Desirable
- Ability to supervise and delegate effectively
Personal qualities and attributes
Essential
- Flexibility in shift and working patterns to meet the needs of the service
- A good teamwork ethic
- Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues
- Demonstrates self-motivation and common sense
- Has a caring, compassionate and professional nature
Others
Essential
- Knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- Knowledge of Data protection Act
- Knowledge of infection control requirements and procedures
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Demonstrates ability to meet trust values
Education and qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent
- Cannulation certificate
- GSCE awards in English, Mathematics and a Science discipline
- Good written and spoken English
- Well demonstrated IT skills and qualifications
Desirable
- Leadership/coaching/mentoring qualification
Skills and Apptitudes
Essential
- Demonstrates a commitment to patient care.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, able to liaise with the public and staff at all levels
- Able to meet goals
- Able to use own initiative
- Ability to work to a high standard with minimum supervision
- Problem solving skills
Desirable
- Ability to supervise and delegate effectively
Personal qualities and attributes
Essential
- Flexibility in shift and working patterns to meet the needs of the service
- A good teamwork ethic
- Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues
- Demonstrates self-motivation and common sense
- Has a caring, compassionate and professional nature
Others
Essential
- Knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- Knowledge of Data protection Act
- Knowledge of infection control requirements and procedures
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).
