Job Summary
Band 3 Clinical Support Worker – Endoscopy CIC – up to 37.5 hours per week. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic clinical support worker to join our friendly team at the CIC Endoscopy Unit. The Endoscopy Service is predicted to continue to increase in demand over time and there is a plan to expand the unit with additional rooms, improved patient care and updated facilities. The department offers all types of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures for both in‑patients and out‑patients. You will need to be driven and prepared to deliver high quality care and attention to detail. In this role there is an excellent opportunity to look forward to a full development of your career and support from an excellent and friendly endoscopy team.
Main Duties
Assist Registered Nurses in all aspects of endoscopy work including preparation of the environment and patients for their procedures. Previous experience in endoscopy would be a strong advantage but relevant clinical support experience will be considered. Training is provided in house and there is an excellent supportive working environment to meet your training and development needs with a named mentor.
Skills & Knowledge Required
* Clinical Skills – perform basic clinical duties, including vital sign monitoring and assist with procedure‑specific tasks. Cannulation and venepuncture.
* Technical Knowledge – understanding of endoscopy equipment and proper decontamination procedures.
* Patient Advocacy – act as a patient advocate, ensuring comfort and dignity throughout the process.
* Teamwork & Communication – strong communication skills to work effectively with the nursing team and clinicians.
* Adherence to Policies – strict adherence to Trust policies, including patient safety, infection control and confidentiality.
About Us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county. Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of ‘safe, high quality care every time’:
* Being a clinically led organisation
* Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
* A positive patient experience every time
* A great place to work
* Managing our money well
Benefits
* 27‑day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
* Flexible working scheme
* NHS discounts
* Salary sacrifice schemes including lease cars and cycle to work
* Excellent opportunities for development
* Competitive NHS pension scheme
Essential Qualifications & Experience
* Level Three vocational qualification or alternative shorter courses
* Numeracy and literacy level two
* Equivalent knowledge and experience in a range of clinical care duties equivalent to Level 3
* National Care Certificate or commitment to complete within 12 weeks of commencing employment
* Experience of working in health or social care
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
* Undertaken relevant additional training for Clinical Support Workers
* Computer skills
* Clinical policies and procedures
* Evidence of understanding of Trust business
Personal Circumstances
* Willing to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and bank holidays
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check which will be deducted from salary over a four month period or a one-off payment.
Employer Details
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust Endoscopy Unit, Newtown Road, Carlisle, CA2 7HY Website: https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/
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