Job summary
Clinical Imaging Support Worker (CISW)
Opportunities exist in our North Wales Division.
Breast Test Wales plans, provides, manages and evaluates the NHS Breast Screening Programme in Wales. The North Wales Region based at Llandudno and Wrexham employs approximately 29 Mammographic staff, comprising of Clinical Specialist Radiographers, Advanced Practitioners, Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners and Clinical Imaging Support Workers.
The North Wales region has 2 static screening centres with screening and assessment clinic facilities. We also operate 3 Mobile Screening Units which provide local screening services across North Wales.
We are actively seeking to recruit a Clinical Imaging Support Worker (CISW), based in Llandudno. We would like to hear from self-motivated, enthusiastic individuals who wish to develop their career and become part of our forward-thinking team.
Main duties of the job
The role of the CISW comprises of administrative duties mainly, however it will also include supporting our clinical service during assessment/screening clinics held at our base.
Applications are welcome from individuals who are interested in a career in breast screening. The successful applicant will be supported to complete an NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health Screening, provided and accredited by Agored Cymru, with the help of the in-house training team at Breast Test Wales.
The post requires an individual with excellent communication skills as the successful candidate will have to liaise with other team members and the public on a day-to-day basis. Good organizational skills and attention to detail are required whilst performing administrative duties.
About us
We are Public Health Wales - the national public health organisation for Wales. Our purpose is 'working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help all people in Wales live longer, healthier lives. With our partners, we aim to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.
Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change.
Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The post is exempt under Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, Paragraph 1, and due to the nature of the role only females should apply. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. Good general education to NVQ level 3 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
1. Experience of working with people
Desirable
1. Working in a healthcare/clinical Environment
Skills
Essential
1. Well organised
2. Methodical
3. Excellent communication skills
4. Ability to work as part of a team
5. I.T. knowledge
Desirable
1. Knowledge of clinical work
Knowledge
Essential
1. Knowledge of the Screening services
2. Theoretical knowledge through NVQ level 3 or through experience gained
Desirable
1. Knowledge of Breast Test Wales
Personal attributes
Essential
1. Caring
2. Empathetic
3. Reliable
Desirable
1. Ability to speak Welsh
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Public Health Wales
Address
Llandudno
Breast Test Wales, Maes Du Road, Llandudno
Llandudno
LL30 1QY
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