Breast Imaging Department Assistant

The role requires cross-site working . The working pattern is dictated by the clinic schedule – details of the working pattern is available on request. The post holder is required to provide a supportive role to the imaging team ensuring the delivery of an efficient and effective service; working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to give the best quality of service by assisting radiographers, nurses and medical staff by carrying out non-radiographic clinical and non-clinical tasks in the Imaging Directorate. A caring, co-operative and flexible approach to working practices is required whilst maintaining a professional attitude for the dignity and well-being of the patient. Reception / clerical duties including data entry are essential elements of the role., Due to the nature of the role it is a Genuine Occupational Requirement, as outlined in Schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, that only females may apply.

The post holder will:

Act as a chaperone for imaging tests

Provide assistance to the operator during biopsies by preparing trollies using ANTT, assisting during the procedure as required.

Provide support for the patient undergoing procedures

Apply pressure following biopsies and post biopsy wound care

Ensure that the environment is clean and tidy

Carry out post procedural data input to Trust systems

Support the service with maintenance of stock, 1. All correspondence will be sent to you via the email address you applied from. Please ensure you check your emails regularly.

1. References – please ensure you provide email addresses for all referees for the last three years of employment.

2. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from everyone regardless of ethnicity, disability, gender, age, faith or sexual orientation. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

3. Flexible working will be considered in line with Trust policies

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