Job description

Job responsibilities

The core responsibilities of the HCA are as follows. On occasion, there may be a requirement to carry out tasks not listed below, that are within the reasonable scope of the role.

• Undertake new patient health checks
• Phelbotomy
• Support the practice nursing team with health promotion programmes
• Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate, and record finding accurately
• Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly
• Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required
• Support the practice nursing team with the management of chronic disease clinics
• Carry out BMI checks as directed
• Act as a chaperone when required
• Undertake venepuncture once trained
• Administer flu vaccinations once trained
• Carry out ECGs as requested
• Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
• Provide support during minor operations as required
• Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session
• Ensure fridges are routinely cleaned in accordance with current guidance
• Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with practice IPC policy
• Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate

In addition to the core responsibilities, the HCA may be requested to;

1. Partake in audit as directed by the audit lead

2. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

3. Support and participate in shared learning throughout the organisation

4. Undertake any tasks consistent with the level of the post and the scope of the role, ensuring work is delivered in a timely and effective manner

5. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the rota

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential
• ECGs
• Venepuncture
• Vaccination
• Wound Care/Dressings
• Hypertension Reviews
• NVQ or equivilent qualification in Health and Social care level 2

Desirable

• Medical Terminology
• Good Standard of Education
• Working in or has worked in GP Practice

Experience

Essential

• Medical Terminology
• Good Standard of Education
• Working in or has worked in GP Practice

Desirable

• Experience working in a clinical/nursing environment

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

Westbourne Medical Centre

Address

7 Trinity Mews

North Ormesby

Middlesbrough

Cleveland

TS3 6AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.westbournemedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities

1. To deliver care to patients, carers and their families adhering to the philosophy of family centred care.

2. To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues to progress their care. This may include patients who have cognitive impairment or difficulty communicating.

3. To act as a chaperone for vulnerable children and young people as per Chaperone policy.

4. Promote the health, comfort, dignity, privacy and quality of life for children and young people. To empathise with the patient and carer. To be sensitive to individual patient needs, expectations and cultural beliefs.

5. To provide distraction and assist in helping children and young people with their coping strategies undergoing any procedures that they may find distressing.

6. Keeping the consultation and assessment rooms and other areas used by the children, young people and their families, or used by the staff on behalf of the patient, clean and orderly. Liaise with estate services with regard to cleaning.

7. Ensure first line resuscitation equipment maintained in line with trust policy.

8. Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment, disposing of clinical waste, rubbish and soiled linen appropriately and in the preparation of examination areas.

9. To carry out administrative duties as required e.g. photocopying / faxing / filling out lab forms / checking stationary stocks.

10. To ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard.

11. Develop and expand caring relationships with children, young people and their families through the use of appropriate communication and interpersonal skills as a member of CDC services.

12. To liaise and communicate effectively with members of the CDC team as well as the childrens community nurses and other clinicians using CDC.

13. To maintain good communication with all members of the multi-disciplinary team, via face-to-face meetings and virtual meeting platforms.

14. Attend staff meetings and any other relevant meetings as requested.

Assist and facilitate in the promotion of good working relationships within the team and the wider context of inter-agency working.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3/NNEB or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Previous care experience
• Basic nursing skills

Desirable

• Experience of working with children and young people with complex needs/disabilities

Other

Essential

• Positive approach to all our families, children and young people.
• Willingness to be flexible in approach and attitude

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Able to demonstrate commitment to high quality care and service provision

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Child Development Centre

Thorpe Road

Peterborough

PE3 6DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cpft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 qualification or equivalent in a relevant area gained through experience, on the job training, short courses and completion of work-based competencies
• Completed care certificate, in the process or willingness to work towards the care certificate.

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

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Orchards, St James' Hospital

Locksway Road

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO4 8FE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job title:Healthcare Assistant

Location:The Loxford Practice

Salary:£26,500.00

Hours:37.5 hours per week

Help us to deliver great primary care by improving access, outcomes and patient experience.

At Operose Health, we delivery local primary care, at scale. It is our purpose to improve access, outcomes and patient experience. Our colleagues live our values and our empowered to be the best they can be for our patients, and each other because we CARE.

Caring

We listen and through compassion, understanding and a willingness to keep an open mind, we support and empower people to have a healthier future.

Ambitious

Through determination and our passion for transforming the patient experience, we continue to redefine and revolutionise the future of primary care.

Resourceful

Creative, agile, with a devotion for lifelong learning, we go above and beyond to improve the quality of our services.

Excellence

We strive to do the best we can do and be the best we can be for our patients, employees and NHS partners.

As a valued member of the Operose Health team, your key duties will include:

• Assisting with patient duties as required and support other team members such as clinical and Nurse Lead with patient care.
• Supporting the Practice with duties related to CQC outcomes and ensuring compliance is maintained.
• You will be working with patients with long term conditions such as Diabetes etc. So must have experience in Phlebotomy.
• Provide clinical procedures such as new patient health checks, BMI, blood pressure, pulse and simple wound care.
• Completing administrative tasks such as new patient registrations, providing appropriate leaflets, stock control and ordering.

What we look for in new colleagues:

• Experience in a Primary Care setting and phlebotomy.
• Able to work within processes, procedures and maintain confidently and data security.
• Must be able to adapt with changing priorities and be personable, polite and patient with our patients.
• Must have basic PC skills such as Word, Excel and email.
• Ability to use own judgement and be aware of professional boundaries they are working to.

How well support you:

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata.
• Access to our bespoke learning management system and annual formative clinical assessments to support competency development.
• The benefits of working with an at scale provider of primary care means that we lots of opportunities for our colleagues to specialise and develop.
• Car benefit scheme specialising in electric vehicles.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans
• Discount cards.
• Employee wellbeing services including free yoga videos and employee wellbeing app.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience in a Primary Care setting and phlebotomy, ability to work within processes and procedures, adaptability, basic PC skills such as Word, Excel, and email, ability to use own judgment and be aware of professional boundaries.

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

Operose Health

Address

Operose Health

The Loxford Practice

IG1 2SN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.operosehealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

Desirable

• Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Ormskirk

Lancashire

L39 2AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

Desirable

• Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Sheerness

Kent

ME12 3LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Numerate
• Able to speak and write English to an appropriate standard to fulfil the job requirements.
• Completed Care Certificate

Desirable

• QCF Level 3 in Health or equivalent
• (NVQ3, Advanced apprenticeship)

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate a clear insight into the role.
• Up to date experience; worked within an acute NHS care setting within the last 18 months.

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

Essential

• Good communication skills both oral and written.
• Good team working and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate ability to work on own initiative.
• Ability to demonstrate caring approach.
• Ability to perform venepuncture and cannulation

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Charing Cross Hospital

London

W6 8RF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Has been trained and is proficient in performing phlebotomy and ECGs, enabling them to effectively support the clinical needs of the service and provide high-quality patient care.
• *Evidence of Maths/English qualifications at Level 2 or above.
• *Completion of a competency-based workbook or equivalent relevant experience to vocational qualification at Level 3 i.e. For level 3 this could include AS/ A levels, Access to higher Education Diploma in health care support, Apprenticeships, NVQ Level 3, BTEC national Diploma award or nationals.
• *Care Certificate or can demonstrate prior skills, knowledge and experience that meet the 15 minimum standards described by Health Education England (HEE) Skills for Health.
• *Internationally educated applicants will have to evidence UK ENIC (the UK National Information Centre) Statements of compatibility

Experience

Essential

• *Has previous experience working in an outpatient setting, managing clinics, handling delays, coordinating patient flow and arrivals, and liaising with doctors to ensure the smooth and efficient running of clinics.
• *Must be competent in the efficient use of outpatient systems, including Optims, Clinical Portal, and Bookwise, ensuring accurate patient management, appointment coordination, and smooth clinic operations.
• *Previous experience working in a patient facing clinical support worker role providing direct patient care in health or social care as part of a team.
• *Understanding of the principles of safeguarding in relation to this role
• *Ability to demonstrate/ articulate an understanding of the role and tasks involved and can describe the physical and emotional aspects of the role and some duties which are different to that of a Band 2 Clinical Support worker.
• *Can link the Trust values (Kind, Connected & Bold) to the role and provide examples from personal experience which demonstrate understanding in relation to the role
• *Can explain why training / education and approaches to care need to be consistent in relation to safety and patient experience.
• *Can demonstrate ability / experience in supporting patients holistically.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Good standard of spoken and written English
• *Good communication skills -- written and oral
• *Basic computer skills
• *Good organisational skills.
• *Ability to work with competing priorities/ can demonstrate an understanding of workload and how to prioritise this.
• *Ability to demonstrate numeracy skills associated with the role i.e. record volume of fluids/ drinks.
• *Ability to demonstrate literacy skills associated with the role i.e. understanding of written information/ instructions/ duties including policy and procedures.
• *Flexible approach to shift patterns and place of work this may include working in different practice settings in different locations dependent upon service need.

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for complete details regarding this post.

When completing your application, please demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

We can also offer you many staff benefits to help support you which include:

Early access to Psychological Therapies and Physiotherapy

Competitive annual leave allowance

Car leasing scheme

NHS pension scheme

Free eye tests

Money saving options through our salary sacrifice scheme

Discounts on major high street retailers and restaurants

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous relevant experience working with people with mental health problems at a nursing assistant grade or equivalent within a health and social care setting

Desirable

• Voluntary or working capacity with mental health service or equivalent

Qualifications

Essential

• Cavendish Care Certificate or willingness to work towards resourced by LPFT
• NVQ Level 2 in Care or equivalent
• oNVQ level 3 in Promoting Independence or equivalent or working towards achievement

Desirable

• Certificate in Community Mental Health
• ECDL

Skills

Essential

• oAbility to undertake Reducing and Restrictive Practice (RRP)
• oA patient and empathic approach
• oEffective communication with service user, other members of the team and outside agencies
• oClear accurate clinical note keeping
• oSkills related to Physical healthcare interventions such as urine analysis, phlebotomy, TPR and BP etc, recording findings and informing supervising nurse of results
• oIT skills.
• oDe-escalation Skills
• oPlanning and organisation skills

Desirable

• Immediate life support
• Venepuncture

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

Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Francis Willis Unit, Lincoln County Hospital

Greetwell Road

Lincoln

LN2 5UA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.lpft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC recruitment site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications & training

Essential

• NVQ Level 4 or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge gained through experience and training
• GCSE English Language and Mathematics (or equivalent)
• Good knowledge and understanding of rehabilitation /delivery of care
• Recent and relevant experience of working within adult/older people's rehabilitation setting
• Experience working as Band 3 Support Worker/Healthcare Assistant
• Community experience

Skills & attributes

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent manual handling skills

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

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

Babington Hospital

Derby Road

Belper

DE56 1WH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working closely with the Practice Nursing Team, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality patient care, supporting a wide range of clinical services, and helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the practice.

Managing our own clinics which will include wound care, phlebotomy and Long term conditions.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Phlebotomy Certificate
• Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and IT skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centred care
• Understanding of confidentiality and information governance

Desirable

• Previous experience working within General Practice
• Experience using SystmOne
• Experience undertaking NHS Health Checks
• Compression and advanced wound care knowledge

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

Downton Surgery

Address

Downton Surgery

Moot Lane

Downton

Salisbury

SP5 3JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.downtonsurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

What youll be doing

As a Healthcare Assistant, youll play a vital role in delivering highquality care under the supervision of Registered Practitioners. Your responsibilities will include:

• Always acting in the patients best interests
• Supporting patients with dignity, compassion and respect
• Providing personalised care to people from all backgrounds
• Noticing and reporting any changes in a patients condition
• Learning and performing clinical skills once trained, such as venepuncture and cannulation
• Offering enhanced support to patients who need closer supervision
• Guiding and supporting junior or less experienced colleagues

If youre ready to start a career with purpose one that offers real progression, nationally recognised qualifications and the chance to make a difference every day wed love you to join our team.

**To be eligible to apply for Nursing apprenticeships, you must meet the universitys academic entry requirements, and the relevant apprenticeship rules.**

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• Previous care experience

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Demonstrates the ability to place the patient at the centre of care
• Information technology literate

Education

Essential

• Able to evidence a general level of education

Desirable

• Care Certificate
• QCF level 3 in Health or Health and Social Care
• TLevel in Health

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

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Craven Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Essential

Desirable

Academic/Vocational Qualifications

Good General Education

Qualified in Phlebotomy

Qualified to NVQ level 3

Experience

Experience within a health care setting

Experience in GP Practice

Knowledge/Skills

Ability to provide quality care

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Good organisational skills

Good team working skills

Effective time management skills

Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions

Adaptable to change

Computer literate

Basic IT Skills

Able to use System one.

Skills in Phlebotomy, ECGs, Patient Health Checks, Blood Pressures

Basic first aid knowledge

Health and safety awareness

Awareness of Blood Borne Viruses

Experience in wound care, including leg ulcer management, and compression bandaging.

Experience in minor surgery.

Qualities/Attributes

An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality

Able to work on own initiative

Able to work under pressure and remain calm

Flexible and adaptable

Aware of own limitations

Keen to develop

Special requirements of post

Provide cover for absence of other HCA when required

Job Description Healthcare Assistant

Purpose: To assist the GPs and practice nurse team in the service and delivery of the care management of the practice population Responsible to: Senior practice nurses, practice manager and, ultimately, the GP Partners.

Job summary

The post holder works under indirect supervision of the practice nurse team leader and undertakes task and duties delegated by the practice nurse team leader or a suitably qualified regulated professional. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, following policy and procedures.

Key responsibilities

Communication

• Communicate effectively with other team members
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising their needs for alternative methods of communication

Personal and people development

• Take responsibility for own developmental learning and performance, including participating in supervision
• Take responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal development
• Work with management on any new training requirements
• To recognise and understand the roles and responsibilities of individuals working in the primary health care team
• Be aware of the legal issues pertinent to the role of a basic HCA

Health, safety and security

• Use the personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
• Identify the risks involved in work activities and undertake them in a way that manages the risks
• Use appropriate infection control procedures and maintain work areas in each clinical room so that they are clean, safe and free from hazards reporting of any potential risks identified, including:

1. hand washing
2. universal hygiene procedures
3. collection and handling of laboratory specimens
4. segregation and disposal of waste materials
5. decontamination of instruments and clinical equipment
6. reporting and treatment of sharps injuries
7. dealing with blood and body fluid spillages
8. Assist patients and colleagues in adopting sound infection control measures

• Understand and apply the principles of the cold chain
• Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs within area of responsibility
• Know the general principles of first aid and resuscitation to be able to undertake initial actions as appropriate
• Be aware of statutory child health procedures and statutory local guidance and referral criteria
• Know the health and safety policies and procedures within the workplace, including fire procedures, maintaining documentation, monitoring and maintaining of equipment and furniture within your area of responsibility
• Use the computer monitor safely
• Be able to identify the risks to health of microbiological and chemical hazards within the working environment according to the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health

Service improvement

• Be aware of and, if appropriate, assist in current clinical audit
• Work with colleagues in the team on the development of current and new services and other initiatives
• Deal with requests from patients and clinical staff for health information leaflets

Quality

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk in the care of patients
• Ensure own actions are consistent with clinical governance systems
• Practice in accordance with agreed standards of care
• Enable patients to access appropriate professionals in the team
• Ensure stock items under your control are ordered and available in the treatment and consulting rooms
• Know how clinical governance affects the HCA role and bring to the attention of more senior staff any specific risk situation
• Know the practice's policies, especially the whistle-blowing policy, available in the practice staff handbook
• Be able to manage your own time effectively

Equality and diversity

• Act in ways that recognise the importance of people's rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with procedures
• Respect the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients and carers
• Understand basic legal and communication issues regarding child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour
• Act as a chaperone

Clinical skills health and well-being

• Undertake, record and follow guidelines for the tasks for which you have received appropriate training:
• Urinalysis and preparation of specimens for investigation by the pathology laboratories
• Measuring and recording following physiological measurements in routine presentations, and for pre medical checks:

1. Blood Pressure
2. Pulse Rate And Rhythm
3. Temperature
4. Height And Weight - Body Mass Index
5. ECG
6. New patient checks

• Prepare and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions
• Assist in raising awareness of health and well-being, and how it can be promoted
• Give accurate and appropriate information to patients and groups within own competence

Information processes

• Record information and activities undertaken with patients and carers in an accurate and timely fashion using manual or computer systems as appropriate
• Maintain confidentiality or information relating to patients, relatives, staff and the practice
• Take the necessary precautions when transmitting information

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Good standard of general education, including GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Qualified in Phlebotomy with experience.
• Experience working within a healthcare setting.
• Competent in undertaking venepuncture/phlebotomy.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to provide high-quality patient care.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions.
• Basic IT skills and computer literacy.
• Skills in carrying out patient observations, including blood pressure, height, weight and health checks.
• Understanding of patient confidentiality and data protection.
• Awareness of health and safety requirements within a clinical environment.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Willingness to provide cover for other HCAs where required.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a GP Practice.
• Experience using SystmOne.
• Experience undertaking NHS Health Checks and new patient health checks.
• Experience in wound care, including leg ulcer management and compression bandaging.
• Experience assisting with minor surgery procedures.
• Basic first aid qualification.
• Knowledge of blood borne viruses.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

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

Albany House Medical Centre

Address

3 Queen Street

Wellingborough

Northants

NN8 4RW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.albanyhousemedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

SUMMARY:

The post holder is responsible for assisting the nurses, ensuring the delivery of safe and effective nursing services to the whole practice population. As a member of the clinical nursing team the post holder is responsible for his/her own practice, whilst being accountable to the senior trained nurse on duty.

Main duties/Responsibilities:

The post holder will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures whilst managing their own workload to deliver the practice priorities. Clinically, the focus of the role is to undertake clinical activities within the clinical team as requested. Eg. ECGs, health checks, dressings and wound care etc, as delegated by the practice nurse on duty and according to training and competencies. The role will also be evolving as the balance of care shifts from hospital to general practice.

The post holder will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures whilst managing their own workload to deliver the practice priorities. Clinically, the focus of the role is to undertake clinical activities within the clinical team as requested. Eg. ECGs, health checks, dressings and wound care etc, as delegated by the practice nurse on duty and according to training and competencies. The role will also be evolving as the balance of care shifts from hospital to general practice.

CLINICAL

• Support and monitor patients during nebulisation therapy
• Assist clinicians in minor surgery and coil fitting
• Perform basic dressing changes according to a nursing care plan
• Undertake Phlebotomy for individual patients.
• Undertake screening and diagnostic procedures, promoting and being involved in Health Education activity e.g. height, weight, BP.
• Processing of samples e.g. urine.
• Administer First Aid
• Receive and refer patients to trained nurses when appropriate
• Understand and adhere to the Policies and Procedures of the Practice
• Update the computer by coding activities appropriately and at the time of the consultation using templates where appropriate. Comply with computer based information requirements
• Ensure all items of equipment are maintained in good order, and ensure that all procedures for reporting hazards or unsafe equipment are known, understood and carried out by all staff in the nursing team
• Participate in a duty rota system within the clinical team to ensure the service requirements are met
• Ensure economical and careful use of property and resources within the clinical team are used economically and effectively, including ordering of dressings and other surgery equipment.
• Provide cover for colleagues by undertaking extra shifts when required.

COMMUNICATION

• Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating
• Utilise communication skills to support patients to adhere to prescribed treatment regimen
• Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication
• Estimate and maintain effective communication with individuals and groups within the practice environment and with external stakeholders
• Act as an advocate when representing the patients and colleagues viewpoints to others

QUALITY

• Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures
• Prioritise, organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality
• Assess effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review, benchmarking and formal evaluation
• In partnership with the clinical team, collaborate on improving the quality of health care, responding to local and national policies and initiatives as appropriate
• Support and participate in shared learning across the practice and wider organisation
• Participate in team meetings.

• Understand and apply legal policy that supports the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults, being aware of statutory child/vulnerable adult health procedure and local guidance
• Work within policies relating to domestic violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour, and refer as appropriate

PERSONAL AND PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT

• Take responsibility for own development, learning and performance participating in acting as a positive role model
• Encourage others to make realistic self-assessment of their application of knowledge and skills, challenging complacency and actions that are not in the interest of the public and/or users of services
• Participate in planning and implementing changes within the area of care and responsibility
• Contribute and participate in the development of local guidelines, protocols and standards
• Participate in the engagement of practice-based commissioning or similar initiatives
• Keep up-to-date with new developments locally and nationally identifying those that will enhance the teams work
• Ensure awareness of sources of support and guidance and provide information in an acceptable format to all patients, recognising any difficulties and referring to the trained nurse where appropriate.

TEAMWORKING

• Understand own role and scope in the organisation and identify how this may develop over time
• Work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working
• Ensure clear understanding and utilisation of referral mechanisms within the practice
• Accept delegation from nurses, prioritise own workload and ensure effective time-management strategies are embedded in own practice
• Work effectively with others to clearly define values, direction and policies impacting upon care delivery
• Participate in team activities that create opportunities to improve patient care
• Participate in and support local projects as agreed with the practice management team

MANAGEMENT OF RISK

• Manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients
• Monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines
• Undertake mandatory and statutory training
• Apply infection control measures within the practice according to local and national guidelines
• Apply policies that reduce environmental health risks, are culturally sensitive and increase access to health care for all
• Participate in the local implementation strategies that are aligned to the values and culture of general practice

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITY

• Attend training courses identified as essential or beneficial to the role and take responsibility for identifying own learning needs.
• Ensure all significant events are reported.
• Maintain records of specific adverse incidents, complaints and near misses.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience of working in a healthcare environment
• Educated to GCSE Standard or Equivalent
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of the needs of the patient and the role of the HCA
• Willing to develop clinical skills and competency relevant to the role e.g phlebotomy skills

Desirable

• Has completed recognised course in Phlebotomy
• NVQ Level 3
• Awareness of local and national health policy
• Awareness of issues within the wider health economy
• Emis Web experience

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of two years experience in health care setting

Desirable

• Experience of working in General Practice

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

Star Lane Medical Centre

Address

121 Star Lane

Canning Town

Newham

E16 4QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.starlanemedicalcentre.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Duties:

• To assist patients with activities of daily living whilst encouraging independence, as appropriate
• Demonstrate encourage and assist patients in undertaking therapeutic activities within parameters of agreed care plans and under guidance of registered practitioners
• To monitor and record patients clinical observations, escalating appropriately to a registered nurse as required
• To assist with patient nutritional needs eating, drinking, menu selection, meal delivery and special diets according to the individual patients needs
• To assist in the maintenance of up to date, comprehensive and accurate records in accordance with current legal requirements both written and digital
• To assist in the admission and discharge of patients including any necessary risk assessments
• To escort patients and families to other departments within the hospital as required
• Undertake electrocardiogram (ECG) recording and point of care testing (e.g. blood sugar, urinalysis)
• After appropriate training, to assist in the collection of specimens including blood samples (including fixed central lines and established arterial lines specialist areas only)
• After appropriate training; insert, secure and remove female catheters; empty drainage bags and accurately measure and record urinary output
• After appropriate training assist in the implementation of advanced wound care (e.g.skin closure using adhesive sutures, wound drainage care)
• To participate in maintaining standards of hygiene, cleanliness and infection control, reporting problems as appropriate
• To ensure that equipment is clean at all times, stored safely when not in use and report faults as appropriate
• To assist in setting up and preparing patient areas appropriately to the clinical area (this may include the set up and calibration of devices e.g. ventilators, pumps (after appropriate training)
• To ensure that stock levels of linen, sterile supplies and stationery are maintained at all times in conjunction with the senior sister/ward receptionist.
• To assist in the maintenance and safekeeping of patients property in line with Trust policy.
• To assist ward staff with general collection/delivery of items necessary to ensure effective operational management of ward/department.
• To assist in performing the last offices as requested.
• To ensure that all patients and relatives are welcomed and orientated to the ward environment.
• To assist with the care of distressed or bereaved relatives.
• To demonstrate an awareness of the different cultural, ethnic and religious needs
• To participate effectively in multidisciplinary case conferences as required.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Completed Care Certificate.

Desirable

• Functional Skills Level 2 in Numeracy and Literacy or GCSEs Maths and English Grades A-C
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Significant experience within a care setting/environment.

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Able to communicate with the multi-disciplinary team, update others in the team and use handover effectively.
• Able to talk to people about sensitive issues in a supportive manner but also challenge others assertively where necessary
• Demonstrate excellent time management skills.

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kings College Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability. Nuffield Health is the UK's largest Healthcare Charity. From our innovative healthcare and leisure facilities to our community access programmes, we're committed to building a healthier nation. Inside our award-winning hospitals, this starts with commitment to quality and the highest standards of patient care. It starts with you. Helping you feel good We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, access to our Pension Scheme and discounted gym membership at £35.00 a month. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• You will need to be qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, with relevant experience in an acute hospital or care setting.

Experience

Essential

• As a Support Worker on the ward at our hospital, you'll show us you're able to meet deadlines and follow instructions. You have a good telephone manner, and great computer and database skills.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Nuffield Health

Address

Clayton Road

Newcastle-under-Lyme

ST5 4DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nuffieldhealthcareers.com (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

Find out more about the community difference here.

Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant level 3 qualification (NVQ/ QCF Diploma or certificate of care / Advanced apprenticeship) or equivalent or working towards.
• Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C or equivalent in English and Maths).

Experience

Essential

• Experience as a Healthcare Assistant/ Worker in a health or social care setting.
• Experience of working as part of a team.
• Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (EPay / E-roster/ AT-P/ Rio).

Desirable

• Experience of Community Nursing environment

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of up to date clinical practice.
• Understands the role and remit of Unregistered worker.

Desirable

• Awareness of developments in the NHS.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Sound communication skills in order to understand and communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Able to be able to use IT systems and databases.

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Thanet Community Health Hub

Broadstairs

CT10 2RZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kentcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Patient Care and Reception

• Greet patients on arrival in a friendly, professional, and reassuring manner
• Check patients in for their scheduled appointments
• Respond to patient queries received via the email inbox
• Answer incoming telephone calls and handle patient enquiries appropriately, escalating where necessary

Clinical and Procedural Duties

• Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures, including CT and MRI, ensuring patients understand what to expect
• Provide phlebotomy services / undertake training for, taking blood samples as required
• Perform cannulation for patients where clinically required
• Assist the radiographer with patient positioning during scanning procedures
• Monitor patient comfort and wellbeing throughout procedures,

Clinic Environment

• Maintain a clean, safe, and tidy clinical environment at all times
• Ensure clinical areas and equipment are prepared appropriately between patients
• Adhere to infection control, health and safety, and clinical governance policies

General

• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with data protection requirements at all times
• Work collaboratively as part of the wider clinical and administrative team
• Participate in mandatory training and continuing professional development
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role as required

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a healthcare, clinic, or hospital setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow clinical protocols and instructions accurately;
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of infection control and health and safety procedures;
• Calm and reassuring manner, including with anxious patients.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing clinic needs
• Willingness to undertake phlebotomy and cannulation training if not already qualified.
• Strong administrative skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both with patients and colleagues

Desirable

• Experience in a similar front-of-house role within a private or NHS medical or clinical setting
• Experience in phlebotomy and/or cannulation;
• Experience assisting with diagnostic imaging procedures (CT/MRI)Skills Familiarity with diagnostic imaging, cardiac screening, or private GP services
• Experience using clinical software systems or patient management systems
• Willingness to travel between clinic branches, if required

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

TIC Health

Address

Whaddon Rd

Mursley

Milton Keynes

MK17 0PL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.tichealth.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting Health Care Assistant role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• An understanding of working in a healthcare setting
• Vocational qualification at Level 2 or equivalent experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge or personal care and related procedures

Desirable

• Experience of working in a care setting

Communication Skills

Essential

• Evidence of working in a team
• Effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell Avenue

Southend

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

These posts require you to commit to Shift work which will include, weekends, Bank holidays and nights. In general, our day shifts start at 7:00 and finish at 19:30. Night shifts start at 19:00 and finish at 7:30 (some wards may differ slightly). Shift Rotas are planned 4-8 weeks in advance.

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role. Whilst we are able to employ candidates on a graduate Visa, we are unable to offer sponsorship once the graduate visa expires.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Vocational qualification at Level 2 or equivalent experience
• Standard computer skills

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Range of routine work procedures requiring job training
• Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
• Experience of being in a demanding environment with changing priorities

Desirable

• Experience of working in a care setting
• An understanding of working in a healthcare setting
• Paediatric experience

Communication Skills

Essential

• Evidence of working in a team
• Effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

These posts require you to commit to Shift work which will include, weekends, Bank holidays and nights. In general, our day shifts start at 7:00 and finish at 19:30. Night shifts start at 19:00 and finish at 7:30 (some wards may differ slightly). Shift Rotas are planned 4-8 weeks in advance.

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role. Whilst we are able to employ candidates on a graduate Visa, we are unable to offer sponsorship once the graduate visa expires.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Vocational qualification at Level 2 or equivalent experience
• Standard computer skills

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Range of routine work procedures requiring job training
• Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
• Experience of being in a demanding environment with changing priorities

Desirable

• Experience of working in a care setting
• An understanding of working in a healthcare setting

Communication Skills

Essential

• Evidence of working in a team
• Effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Responding to the needs of patients in an honest, non-judgemental, and open manner, which respects the rights of individuals and groups
• Actively engaging with patients in the provision of holistic, needs-led care which considers the physical, psychological, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of individuals and groups
• Delivery of health promotion activities and programmes (including patient self-help programmes) in support of a registered healthcare professional
• Assisting patients to attain optimal physical health and assisting with physical procedures in alongside a registered healthcare professional
• Contributing appropriately to risk assessment and individualised care planning.

Clinical

• To work as directed by a registered nurse, providing physical care to patients according to a written care plan. Typical duties include:

-Carrying out ECGs

-Phlebotomy

-Basic wound care

-NEWS2

-Assess patients using NEWS2

-Blood glucose monitoring

-Taking patients weight and other measurements

• Assisting in emergency call outs and instigating emergency procedures when appropriate
• Being second checker on medication rounds
• Ordering and maintaining stock
• Ensuring treatment rooms are clean, tidy and well stocked
• Appropriate escalation to registered healthcare professionals
• Using appropriate templates in SystmOne to document contemporaneously and accurately
• Maintaining patient confidentiality and security
• Adhering to all organisational and prison policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Ensuring good working relationships with patients, carers, relatives, other professionals and prison and healthcare staff
• Developing an understanding of and demonstrating use of clinical supervision to reflect upon and modify practice

Custodial Responsibilities

• Assume personal responsibility for the security of issued keys.
• Understand and comply with prison orders, procedures, and instructions in your area of work.
• Comply with all security requirements.
• Respond to any situation or circumstance that might indicate a threat to security of the establishment or to the safety of an individual, completing Incident, Security, Injury, or other reports as appropriate.
• Report breaches of order and discipline including reporting and recording untoward incidents according to local protocol.
• Contribute to effective risk assessment and management procedures.

Communication

• Routinely communicate effectively with patients and working to overcome barriers to understanding (ie patients with physical or mental health conditions or learning disabilities)
• Develop and maintain inter-disciplinary and inter-agency working with all relevant agencies and organisations as directed.
• Develop and maintain close working partnerships with HMPS, Prison Governors and Heads of Prison Services, Forensic Services, Probation Services, Crown Prosecution Service, Police, and all other non-statutory agencies that are integral to prisoner/patient care and offender management.
• Undertake other duties agreed in conjunction with registered staff, Integrated Primary Healthcare Services.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ:

All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team.

You will need to provide:

Proof of right to work documentation

Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographic ID

Proof of address documentation

Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code.

Address History:

5 years address history will be needed.

Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously.

Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited.

In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a clinical setting (hospital, secure, or GP practice)
• Experience and knowledge of providing care i.e., providing patient care, carrying out tests/observations
• Experience of facilitating /planning /supporting groups in a healthcare setting i.e., health improvement/smoking cessation/ activities
• Experience of being able to work within policy frameworks in a regulated patient care setting

Skills

Essential

• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Ability to assess risk and care plan effectively, whilst understanding the needs and rights of people
• To take responsibility for clinical equipment/resources with which you are allocated as well as patient property and valuables

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Swaleside

Brabazon Road

Eastchurch, Isle of Sheppey

ME12 4AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties of the job

Key Clinical Responsibilities: Provide continuing direct and indirect care to patients across the practice population. Provide clinical observations. phlebotomy, flu vaccinations, ECGs, BPs and venepuncture, and other designated clinical tasks as required. Assisting in wound care management following patient care plans Monitoring and support of the management of patients with long-term conditions / chronic diseases, using a holistic patient centred approach. Support patients to improve and maintain their mental and physical health and wellbeing Assist with the co-ordination of Infection Control policy and audit. Chaperone patients when required. Support registered nurses to enable them to be able to focus on the more complex clinical care Contribute to the delivery of integrated care. Promote health and well-being to all patients, for example undertaking the NHS health checks, Hypertension reviews, Prediabetes checks. Advise patients on general healthcare and promote self-management where appropriate, including signposting patients to personalised care colleagues and local community and voluntary sector services.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experienced HCA with experience of working in primary care.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Abbeyview Surgery

Address

Abbey View Medical Centre

Thorney Road

Crowland

Peterborough

PE6 0AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.abbeyviewsurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Due to service expansion, we are looking for kind, dedicated people to help deliver exceptional care to people in their own homes to join our Hospice@Home Team.

East Cheshire Hospice@Home supports patients and families in their own homes throughout East Cheshire. We take time to see beyond the patients condition to the whole person and their family. This essential and well supported team work closely with our community colleagues to complement existing local services.

• Staff Benefits Including subsidised staff meals, access to money saving offers via our very own ECH Sunflower Card and the NHS Blue Light Card
• 7 weeks paid holiday increasing upon length of service
• Free car parking at the Hospice
• NHS Pension scheme for existing members. Personal pension for non-NHS members
• Employee support and wellbeing We have a range of initiatives to support year health and wellbeing
• Comprehensive learning and development, with excellent training opportunities
• We will cover the cost of your DBS check
• Rotation programmes to support you to gain experience in different clinical specialitiesincluding the In-Patient Unit.
• Access to the shared Hospice@Home pool car / Mileage paid at 45p per mile when using own vehicle
• Pay across a whole shift including travel time.

• An interest in providing compassionate, high quality care to people with life limiting illnesses.
• An interest in furthering your training and development
• An appreciation that every patient, every home, every situation is unique
• A willingness to become a vital part of a persons daily routine to help them live with their illness
• An ability to travel independently throughout the Cheshire East and High Peak areas
• The ability to work rotational shifts across a 4-week shift pattern.
• Willingness to rotate to the In-Patient Unit this is a requirement for all Band 3 HCAs

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• The experience of working in a community setting or similar environment.
• Previous experience in healthcare.

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of palliative care when nursing patients at end of life.

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 healthcare (e.g. NVQ)
• The willingness and ability to carry out further training and complete the Hospices competency assessment.

Desirable

• Level 3 healthcare qualification.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Good communication, numeracy, and IT skills.
• The ability and desire to work independently and within a team.
• Willing to demonstrate your flexibility to work unsociable hours on an advanced rota.
• Be able to demonstrate commitment towards various quality and care standards.
• The ability to work effectively in various emotionally and demanding situations.
• The ability to use your own initiative.
• Ability to travel freely/ daily across the East Cheshire Hospice catchment area.

Desirable

• Basic IT skills.
• Basic numeracy skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of palliative care when nursing patients at end of life.

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

East Cheshire Hospice

Address

Millbank Drive

Macclesfield

Cheshire

SK10 3DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.eastcheshirehospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The hospital is increasing its activity levels and offers full ambulatory and transthoracic echo services. The role is to expand the establishment to continue to provide our high standards. Full Time- 37.5 hours Part-time would be considered Permanent Including some occasional weekend working This role requires DBS clearance Applications will be assessed and responded to as they are received. We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date if sufficient applications are received.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• AHSC or RCCP registration
• Cardiac Physiology qualification or equivalent (e.g. Clinical Cardiology degree, PTP HCS).
• Strong IT skills to include Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Some post qualification cardiology experience.
• Experience of full ambulatory testing analysis to support junior members of the cardiology team.
• Basic Life Support certificate.

Desirable

• Previous experience in using Spacelabs healthcare equipment.
• Experience in undertaking exercise testing.
• Experience in triage processes.
• ILS (will be required within one year of employment).
• SCST certificate or diploma.
• Ability to prepare and present topics in cardiology and service delivery.

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

Sulis Hospital Bath

Address

Sulis Hospital

Foxcote Avenue

Peasedown St John

Bath

BA2 8SQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sulishospital.com/ (Opens in a new tab)