About this role
Job summary
Are you enthusiastic, dynamic and motivated to learn? Then this could be for you!
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Senior support worker to join our 2 Interventional Radiology Teams in the Imaging directorate at Royal Preston Hospital.
Ensuring that consumable stock is available is the main priority of this post. The post will also involve assisting the Specialist Radiographers in the 2 Interventional departments.
Main duties of the job
You should hold an NVQ level 2 in Health care ( or equivalent) and be prepared to study for the INCS Level 3 qualification within 18 months of appointment.
You will also be expected to complete the Clinical skills Care Certificate as part of your induction unless already completed.
You will be expected to be flexible in your attitude to work as there may be a requirement to work out of hours, at weekends and Bank holidays.
You will work closely with the Lead and Specialist Radiographers, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to provide support with stock and support to patients having procedures.
About us
We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.
Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.
You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.
You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.
Job description Job responsibilities
Duties to include, but not be limited to:
Provide good quality personalised care in accordance with agreed local and national standards Undertake stock duties to ensure that the department has the correct stock levels for interventional radiology procedures. Undertake duties relevant to the clinical area following achievement of competencies Assist to maintain patient safety, confirming to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines Assist in maintaining standards of care to improve the patient experience and outcome of care Promote equality in care and practice by recognising, respecting and meeting the needs and choices of individuals Contribute to maintaining safe, clean and productive environments, compliant with standards for hygiene and cleanliness Actively try to resolve issues and complaints at local level and then report the outcome to line manager Maintain and develop own competence Process information according to local and national requirements
Are you interested in a new challenge? we will offer a full induction, familiarisation and other development opportunities to the right individual.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education Essential
GCSE in English and Mathematics - grade C/4 or above OR Level 2 Functional Literacy & Level 2 numeracy skills NVQ Level 2 Care or Equivalent (to work towards level 3 within 18 months of start date)
Desirable
Basic IT skills NVQ Level 3 in care. Care Certificate Evidence of Continued Personal Development & Self reflection
Knowledge & Experience Essential
Aware of the concept and application of confidentiality Able to demonstrate Health & Safety awareness Demonstrates an understanding of the role of a band 3 assistant. Knowledge & Understanding of Medical terminology Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook Experience of working with the public and customer care skills
Desirable
Previous experience working in an acute healthcare setting Understanding of imaging procedures Evidence of working at Band 2/3 in a caring environment Knowledge of IR terminology, treatments and interventions Previous experience working in a Radiology setting
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.
Employer details Employer name Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Preston Hospital
Sharoe Green Lane
Preston
PR2 9HT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)