Job summary
We are pleased to offer this
unique opportunity to work within the Staunton Group Practice. Please note this
is a part time role offering 20 hours per week. You must be able to work on
Fridays.
We are looking for an experienced HCA to work part time alongside
experienced GPs, nurses, and the practice team to provide support to both
patients and staff. This role is a varied and interesting one with the primary
focus being on delivering the highest standard of patient care. The role also
assists with administrative duties as required, to facilitate the smooth
running of the Practice.
The post holder will have
achieved NVQ Level 3 in Care or equivalent experience and will be competent to
perform a variety of clinical activities such as, new patient health/NHS health
checks, phlebotomy and minor dressings, experience in the use of the diabetic
care plan (YOC 1) and part 1 (CVD) is desirable but not essential.
Main duties of the job
The HCA will work with the Clinical Pharmacist on site to undertake the anticoagulation clinic, checking INR levels for patients prescribed warfarin and advising them of changes to their dose. Full training will be provided for this service.
The successful candidates will be expected to work under agreed protocols and under the supervision of a Senior Nurse and Clinical Pharmacist to provide quality care to patients. Ability to use Emis is also essential.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume you have not been successful in your application.
The purpose of
the role is to work alongside senior multidisciplinary clinical colleagues to
support clinical care and activities of patients presenting to the practice with
minor illness and injury. Working under the direction of Nurse Practitioners
and General Practitioners undertaking duties delegated to meet the needs of the
team following policy and procedures.
You will need to be able to provide vaccinations for the shingles, pneumococcal and flu vaccination.
About us
The Hurley Group is an NHS organisation that runs a number of GP practices and urgent care centres within the M25 area. We have been providing patient-centred care since 1969, working within some of the UKs most deprived communities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
work under the supervision of the lead nurse and senior members of the team to carry
out simple dressings, recording of vital signs, performing ECG, urinalysis,
application of plaster of paris and walking boots, eye wash outs, visual
acuity checks, assessment and dispensing of mobility aids and surgical
appliances,
Assessment
of patients clinical observations after they have booked in to the UTC via e-
triage and recognise abnormal results and report to a senior member of staff
To
help to arrange transfer of patient care to appropriate setting e.g. A+E for
further on-going assessment
Provide
clinical support to the team
Recognise
and work within own level of competencies referring to a senior member of the
team when patients present with complex conditions
To liaise
with community services and work with outside agencies to facilitate on-going
care
To
ensure effective communication between patients and the UTC team
Ensure
patient care is accurately documented in patient records
To
promote infection control
Ensure
patient privacy and dignity is maintained at all times
To
help the patient with their journey through the UTC
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
work under the supervision of the lead nurse and senior members of the team to carry
out simple dressings, recording of vital signs, performing ECG, urinalysis,
application of plaster of paris and walking boots, eye wash outs, visual
acuity checks, assessment and dispensing of mobility aids and surgical
appliances,
Assessment
of patients clinical observations after they have booked in to the UTC via e-
triage and recognise abnormal results and report to a senior member of staff
To
help to arrange transfer of patient care to appropriate setting e.g. A+E for
further on-going assessment
Provide
clinical support to the team
Recognise
and work within own level of competencies referring to a senior member of the
team when patients present with complex conditions
To liaise
with community services and work with outside agencies to facilitate on-going
care
To
ensure effective communication between patients and the UTC team
Ensure
patient care is accurately documented in patient records
To
promote infection control
Ensure
patient privacy and dignity is maintained at all times
To
help the patient with their journey through the UTC
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Health care qualification ( level 3 or 4 )or working towards
- Care Certificate
- Wound care management
- Knowledge of Adastra I.T system and e- Triage
Desirable
- Ability to follow good practice in relation to established clinical processes, and within that to identify areas for concern and seek advice from members of the clinical team
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- Forward thinker
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Health care qualification ( level 3 or 4 )or working towards
- Care Certificate
- Wound care management
- Knowledge of Adastra I.T system and e- Triage
Desirable
- Ability to follow good practice in relation to established clinical processes, and within that to identify areas for concern and seek advice from members of the clinical team
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- Forward thinker
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure
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.
