Job summary
We are recruiting for aHCA, to work 15-18
hours per week on a permanent contract. The role will include independently undertaking home
visits for the PCN Enhanced Care Team.
This role will require an Enhanced
DBS Clearance. Should you have this certificate as part of the DBS
subscription service, we would be happy to accept this providing the original
is shown. Otherwise, you will be expected to complete a new application.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will independently complete Long-term condition reviews and Frailty Assessments. They will also help the team with demand for phlebotomy & HCA services.
About us
Bournemouth East
Collaborative Primary Care Network PCN, comprises four like-minded practices
working together in East Bournemouth, Dorset, with a strong reputation on
quality improvement and investing in its employees. The PCN serves a population
of approximately 53,000 patients with a diverse demographic.
Practices part of the PCN are-
Beaufort Road Surgery
Littledown Surgery
Shelley Manor and Holdenhurst Medical Centre
Southbourne Surgery
The PCN is committed
to developing, supporting and sustaining a diverse workforce, representative of
the community it serves. By working together with our different Network teams,
we use our combined skills to provide a service that is joined-up, holistic,
proactive and personal for the patient.
We are lucky that all our practices are located close
to the sea and open green spaces.
Our Network teams include-
Enhanced
Care Team for frail housebound patients and those in care homes. The team
includes visiting GPs, ANPs, Paramedic, Frailty Nurses, Care Coordinators,
Pharmacist.
BEC
Treatment Centre working out of the Private Suite at Shelley Manor Medical
Centre
Pharmacy
Team made up of a number of experience Clinical Pharmacists and Pharmacy
Technicians supporting our practices and patients
First
Contact Physiotherapy Practitioner service
Digital
Care Coordinator, Digital Champions
Mental
Health practitioners
Health
& Wellbeing Coaches within Help & Care team
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working
in the community with housebound patients under the direction of a qualified
nurse.
To
collect venous/capillary blood samples without harm to patient or self by
following the phlebotomy standard operating procedures.
To
obtain such blood samples to a standard fit for laboratory testing ensuring
collection, maintaining appropriate files & records as required.
To
ensure that all phlebotomy equipment and accommodation is properly maintained
and suitable for use.
To
competently complete Frailty assessment visits.
To
competently complete Long Term Condition reviews.
Undertake ECGs
Dopplers
Wheelchair assessments
Pain assessment forms
Basic observations
Measurement for
stockings
Inhaler technique
Collection of
prescriptions
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working
in the community with housebound patients under the direction of a qualified
nurse.
To
collect venous/capillary blood samples without harm to patient or self by
following the phlebotomy standard operating procedures.
To
obtain such blood samples to a standard fit for laboratory testing ensuring
collection, maintaining appropriate files & records as required.
To
ensure that all phlebotomy equipment and accommodation is properly maintained
and suitable for use.
To
competently complete Frailty assessment visits.
To
competently complete Long Term Condition reviews.
Undertake ECGs
Dopplers
Wheelchair assessments
Pain assessment forms
Basic observations
Measurement for
stockings
Inhaler technique
Collection of
prescriptions
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a Primary Care
- Previous HCA or Phlebotomy experience in a healthcare setting
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs or similar, to include English Language and Maths
- Qualified in Phlebotomy
Desirable
- NVQ level 2 or Level 3 in Health and Social Care
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Be able to prioritise their day and be familiar with all routine blood tests and understand their clinical importance
- Strong communication in English, both written and spoken.
- To deal with distressed patients in an empathic, caring and compassionate way.
- To write and maintain accurate clinical records.
- Strong IT skills
- Effective time management
Desirable
- SystmOne
- To demonstrate and be up to date in competency and understanding of phlebotomy technique and sampling conditions
- To be able to work independently within a team structure and possess excellent communication skills
- Demonstrate a flexible approach to work and to follow instructions and guidance given to them
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a Primary Care
- Previous HCA or Phlebotomy experience in a healthcare setting
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs or similar, to include English Language and Maths
- Qualified in Phlebotomy
Desirable
- NVQ level 2 or Level 3 in Health and Social Care
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Be able to prioritise their day and be familiar with all routine blood tests and understand their clinical importance
- Strong communication in English, both written and spoken.
- To deal with distressed patients in an empathic, caring and compassionate way.
- To write and maintain accurate clinical records.
- Strong IT skills
- Effective time management
Desirable
- SystmOne
- To demonstrate and be up to date in competency and understanding of phlebotomy technique and sampling conditions
- To be able to work independently within a team structure and possess excellent communication skills
- Demonstrate a flexible approach to work and to follow instructions and guidance given to them
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.
