Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Practitioner (Band 4) to join our Imaging Department at Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust.
This is a key leadership role within the Clinical Support Worker (CSW) team. The post holder will provide high quality, safe and compassionate patient care while taking day to day responsibility for coordinating and supervising Band 2 and Band 3 CSWs across Imaging.
The role supports the delivery of diagnostic and interventional imaging services, ensuring smooth operational flow, high standards of care, and effective team leadership across modalities including X-ray, CT, Ultrasound and Interventional Radiology.PLEASE NOTE, WE MAY CLOSE THIS VACANCY EARLY IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMBERS OF APPLICATIONS.Main duties of the jobProvide day to day supervision and leadership to Band 2 and 3 CSWs within Imagingo Coordinate CSW workload and allocation across imaging areas to meet service demando Deliver direct patient care before, during and after imaging procedureso Support interventional procedures and undertake patient observationso Lead on CSW induction, training and competency assessmento Act as a point of escalation for operational issues in the absence of senior nursing staffo Promote high standards of infection prevention, safety and governanceo Contribute to audit, quality improvement and service development initiatives
Main duties of the job
o Provide day to day supervision and leadership to Band 2 and 3 CSWs within Imagingo Coordinate CSW workload and allocation across imaging areas to meet service demando Deliver direct patient care before, during and after imaging procedureso Support interventional procedures and undertake patient observationso Lead on CSW induction, training and competency assessmento Act as a point of escalation for operational issues in the absence of senior nursing staffo Promote high standards of infection prevention, safety and governanceo Contribute to audit, quality improvement and service development initiatives
About us
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is an integrated Trust and the only provider of NHS acute care in Walsall, serving a population of 284,300, providing inpatient and outpatient services at the Manor Hospital as well as a wide range of services in the community. Walsall Manor houses the full range of district general hospital services under one roof. The £170 million development was completed in 2010 and the continued upgrading of existing areas ensures the Trust now has a state-of-the-art Critical Care Unit, Neonatal Unit, Obstetric Theatre, and Integrated Assessment Unit facilities.
A new Urgent Emergency Care Centre was opened in March 2023. The two-storey development has significantly improved emergency care facilities and capacity and has provided almost 5,000 square metres of additional clinical space.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities Provide safe, compassionate patient care ensuring dignity and comfort at all times Prepare imaging rooms and equipment in line with infection prevention standards Assist Radiographers, Sonographers and Radiologists during routine and interventional procedures Monitor patients for deterioration and escalate concerns appropriately Undertake and document patient observations Maintain accurate patient identification and documentation across clinical systems
Leadership and Supervision Provide daily supervision, mentorship and support to Band 2 and 3 CSWs Coordinate staff allocation across multiple imaging modalities Support recruitment, induction, appraisal and competency development Promote professional standards, teamwork and effective communication Act as a visible and supportive leader within the CSW teamGovernance and Quality Ensure adherence to Trust policies, infection prevention and health and safety standards Contribute to audit, incident reporting and quality improvement Support stock control, equipment checks and operational readinessThis role requires flexibility to work across imaging areas and participate in rota duties including weekends and bank holidays where required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities Provide safe, compassionate patient care ensuring dignity and comfort at all times Prepare imaging rooms and equipment in line with infection prevention standards Assist Radiographers, Sonographers and Radiologists during routine and interventional procedures Monitor patients for deterioration and escalate concerns appropriately Undertake and document patient observations Maintain accurate patient identification and documentation across clinical systems
Leadership and Supervision Provide daily supervision, mentorship and support to Band 2 and 3 CSWs Coordinate staff allocation across multiple imaging modalities Support recruitment, induction, appraisal and competency development Promote professional standards, teamwork and effective communication Act as a visible and supportive leader within the CSW teamGovernance and Quality Ensure adherence to Trust policies, infection prevention and health and safety standards Contribute to audit, incident reporting and quality improvement Support stock control, equipment checks and operational readinessThis role requires flexibility to work across imaging areas and participate in rota duties including weekends and bank holidays where required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oNVQ Level 4 / HNC or equivalent relevant experience
- oGCSE Maths and English (Grade A-C) or equivalent
- oCare Certificate
Desirable
- oPossess a Leadership/ Management Qualification or equivalent
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- oExperience working as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- oExperience supervising or supporting junior staff
- oKnowledge of escalation processes and recognising patient deterioration
- oExperience supporting patients in a clinical setting, including complex needs
Skills
Essential
- oAbility to provide patient centred care
- oCompetent IT skills including use of clinical system
- oAbility to coordinate workload and prioritise in a busy environment
- oEffective verbal and written communication skills
- oAbility to mentor and support Band 2 and 3 staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oNVQ Level 4 / HNC or equivalent relevant experience
- oGCSE Maths and English (Grade A-C) or equivalent
- oCare Certificate
Desirable
- oPossess a Leadership/ Management Qualification or equivalent
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- oExperience working as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- oExperience supervising or supporting junior staff
- oKnowledge of escalation processes and recognising patient deterioration
- oExperience supporting patients in a clinical setting, including complex needs
Skills
Essential
- oAbility to provide patient centred care
- oCompetent IT skills including use of clinical system
- oAbility to coordinate workload and prioritise in a busy environment
- oEffective verbal and written communication skills
- oAbility to mentor and support Band 2 and 3 staff
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
