Job summary
We recommend that all individuals employed in patient facing roles,or those located on a ward or department where patients receive a service should be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
As a clinical Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting in the triage process where you would complete basic observations, risk assessments, full body maps, obtaining samples, IV Cannulation and blood sampling, transfer of patients and 12 Lead ECG recording. You will also be a point of focus for the junior healthcare assistants, as you will have a good experience as a band 2 Healthcare assistant, to ensure that care needs are met to a high standard throughout the unit.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Assistant (Band 3)
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an expanding team within the unscheduled care division. Short Stay Unit (SSU) is a fast paced and dynamic medical admissions unit that receives patients from AMU, ED, clinics and SDEC . Our patients are to be admitted to hospital but may only need a short admission, we aim to discharge in 72 hours. Our patients are seen, where their complaints are investigated, treated and then the patient is discharged
We are a 21 bedded area that accommodates Medical Admissions.
As a clinical Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting in the triage process where you would complete basic observations, risk assessments, full body maps, obtaining samples, IV Cannulation and blood sampling and 12 Lead ECG recording. You will also be a point of focus for the junior healthcare assistants, as you will have a good experience as a band 2 Healthcare assistant, to ensure that care needs are met to a high standard throughout the unit.
*PLEASE APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*Due to high numbers of applications expected for this vacancy this post may close before the initial closing date if enough suitable applications are received.
About us
As a clinical Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting in the triage process where you would complete basic observations, risk assessments, full body maps, obtaining samples, IV Cannulation and blood sampling, transfer of patients and 12 Lead ECG recording. You will also be a point of focus for the junior healthcare assistants, as you will have a good experience as a band 2 Healthcare assistant, to ensure that care needs are met to a high standard throughout the unit.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a clinical Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting in the triage process where you would complete basic observations, risk assessments, full body maps, obtaining samples, IV Cannulation and blood sampling and 12 Lead ECG recording. You will also be a point of focus for the junior healthcare assistants, as you will have a good experience as a band 2 Healthcare assistant, to ensure that care needs are met to a high standard throughout the unit.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a clinical Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting in the triage process where you would complete basic observations, risk assessments, full body maps, obtaining samples, IV Cannulation and blood sampling and 12 Lead ECG recording. You will also be a point of focus for the junior healthcare assistants, as you will have a good experience as a band 2 Healthcare assistant, to ensure that care needs are met to a high standard throughout the unit.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- NVQ 2 and willingness to undertake NVQ3
Desirable
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a hospital setting
- Experience of Wound Care
SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding.
- Ability to present factual information and refer questions to others where appropriate.
- Ability to use own initiative
- Team player
- An understanding of the organisation of nursing care
- Ability to prioritise
- Basic I.T. skills
- Basic understanding of NHS issues.
- Possess enthusiasm and motivation
- Carry out advanced clinical interventions as delegated by RGN and as agreed by local Protocols.
- Ability to work autonomously whilst under supervision
- Good attendance record
- Able to perform a wide range of duties
Desirable
- Venepuncture skills
- ECG Recordings
- Experienced in use of Maxims, Cyberlab, PACS system
- Cannulation
- Observations
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- NVQ 2 and willingness to undertake NVQ3
Desirable
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a hospital setting
- Experience of Wound Care
SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding.
- Ability to present factual information and refer questions to others where appropriate.
- Ability to use own initiative
- Team player
- An understanding of the organisation of nursing care
- Ability to prioritise
- Basic I.T. skills
- Basic understanding of NHS issues.
- Possess enthusiasm and motivation
- Carry out advanced clinical interventions as delegated by RGN and as agreed by local Protocols.
- Ability to work autonomously whilst under supervision
- Good attendance record
- Able to perform a wide range of duties
Desirable
- Venepuncture skills
- ECG Recordings
- Experienced in use of Maxims, Cyberlab, PACS system
- Cannulation
- Observations
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Whinney Hays Road
Blackpool
FY3 8NR
Employer's website
https://www.bfwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
