Band 3 Clinical Departmental Assistant - Community Diagnostic Centre
Our trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.
Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.
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Job overview
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Community Diagnostic Centre at Finchley Memorial Hospital.
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Main duties of the job
The CDA role will primarily be based at the Finchley Memorial site however there maybe rotation to our other sites. Your role will require you to rotate through different clinical areas (including but not limited to Cardiology, Ultrasound, CT, MRI, X-ray, including Mobile Scanning units) assisting Doctors and clinical staff.This will involve IV Cannulation in these areas when required (training will be given). Successful candidates can look forward to working within a friendly, dynamic, highly specialised, multi-professional team.
This post is Full time - 37.5 hours per week, plus will include participation in weekend rotation.
Please note all new appointments at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust are subject to a 6 month probation period.
Please note that no teams or skype interviews will be available.
Working for our organisation
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
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential criteria- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education
Essential criteria- GSCE awards in English, Mathematics and a Science discipline
- Good written and spoken English
- Well demonstrated IT skills and qualifications.
- Knowledge of infection control requirements
- NVQ or certificate relating to patient care
- Phlebotomy/IV cannulation certificate
Experience
Desirable criteria- Previous health-care experience
- Previous experience working in a Radiology department
Skills and aptitudes
Essential criteria- 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
- Problem solving skills.
- Ability to work to a high standard with minimum supervision
- Ability to ensure cleanliness and safety of radiology equipment.
Personal Qualities & attribute
Essential criteria- Professional appearance
- Outgoing, positive and helpful personality
- A good teamwork ethic
- Able to assist frail and ill patients.
Others
Desirable criteria- Knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- Knowledge of Data protection Act
- Knowledge of infection control requirements and procedures.
- Covid-19 Vaccination
We encourage and support staff to get COVID-19 vaccine and a booster dose as and when they are eligible.
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