Job summary
The WISH Centre is seeking to appoint a motivated and compassionate and kind Band 3 Health Care Support Worker. Previous experience of working in a Sexual Health Clinic is desirable though not essential. Aptitudes of kindness and patience along with a non-judgemental and considered manner is essential. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential and applicants should be able to be demonstrate the ability to be forward thinking and passionate about delivering a high standard of care. You will be expected to be a responsive and conscientious professional that is able to work as part of the Multidisciplinary team.
The successful applicant will be required to carry out a range of clinical and non-clinical healthcare, or therapeutic tasks, under the direct or indirect supervision of the registered healthcare practitioner, in accordance with the Trust values.There will be opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills, specific to your needs. Training will be provided to ensure you have the required core skills and skills set specific to your area of work.
The WISH Centre is a part of Unity Sexual Health, which provides specialist integrated sexual health services in the BNSSG area. The WISH Centre provides Level 3 integrated sexual health care in North Somerset.
Main duties of the job
To carry out a range of clinical duties with minimal / no supervision, including for example, blood pressure monitoring, body temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate, , collection and testing of urine samples, including pregnancy testing. Processing a variety of samples. Ensuring delivery of high-quality patient care at all times. NB: this list is not exhaustive. Chaperone patients who are having intimate procedures and examinations. Participate in patient assessment providing high quality holistic patient care and escalating concerns about patients to other clinical staff Practice safe standards of care of patients following Trust guidelines and policies and be able to concentrate for periods throughout the day with interruptions. Ensuring equipment and stores are well maintained, taking appropriate action if the equipment is faulty Trained in venepuncture or willing to train Demonstrated interest in sexual health
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England.
UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The hours offered to the successful applicant will be the following;
Monday- 8.30-17.00
Tuesday- 9.00-20.00
Wednesday- 8.30-17.00
Friday- 8.30-14.30
Saturday (one Saturday a month) 9.00-13.00
For a full and detailed job description, please see the job description and person specification attached to this vacancy
Job description
Job responsibilities
The hours offered to the successful applicant will be the following;
Monday- 8.30-17.00
Tuesday- 9.00-20.00
Wednesday- 8.30-17.00
Friday- 8.30-14.30
Saturday (one Saturday a month) 9.00-13.00
For a full and detailed job description, please see the job description and person specification attached to this vacancy
Person Specification
Qualification and Training
Essential
- One of the following ;Level 3 (SCQF - 6): - City and Guilds 3 oNVQ 3 oBTEC National Diploma oExperience equivalent to the above qualifications
- Level 2 Functional skills in English and Maths, or equivalent
- Completion of Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support (that maps to the Apprenticeship Standard for Senior Health Care Support Worker) oEquivalent experience
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
- Ability to work as a dynamic member of a team
- Experience of time management and prioritising work
- Understands and committed to a caring approach to patients & relatives
- Understanding of sexual health or able to demonstrate a genuine interest in the area.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
- Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately
- Demonstrate an awareness of healthcare work including policies and procedures
- Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard
- IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills
- Ability and willingness to undertake appropriate training within given time frames
- Flexible and adaptable to change, able to work a range of shifts and moving across clinic locations dependant on clinical need
- Able to demonstrate calm, caring patient manner / attitude
- Enthusiasm and commitment to working within the healthcare setting and providing excellent clinical care
- Able to meet the physical and developmental demands of the role *
- Caring, empathetic and non-judgemental attitude
Desirable
- Experience in venepuncture
Person Specification
Qualification and Training
Essential
- One of the following ;Level 3 (SCQF - 6): - City and Guilds 3 oNVQ 3 oBTEC National Diploma oExperience equivalent to the above qualifications
- Level 2 Functional skills in English and Maths, or equivalent
- Completion of Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support (that maps to the Apprenticeship Standard for Senior Health Care Support Worker) oEquivalent experience
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
- Ability to work as a dynamic member of a team
- Experience of time management and prioritising work
- Understands and committed to a caring approach to patients & relatives
- Understanding of sexual health or able to demonstrate a genuine interest in the area.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
- Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately
- Demonstrate an awareness of healthcare work including policies and procedures
- Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard
- IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills
- Ability and willingness to undertake appropriate training within given time frames
- Flexible and adaptable to change, able to work a range of shifts and moving across clinic locations dependant on clinical need
- Able to demonstrate calm, caring patient manner / attitude
- Enthusiasm and commitment to working within the healthcare setting and providing excellent clinical care
- Able to meet the physical and developmental demands of the role *
- Caring, empathetic and non-judgemental attitude
Desirable
- Experience in 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.
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
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Weston General Hospital
Grange Road
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 4TQ
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
