Clinical Support Worker
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Job summary
Are you looking for a change, if so have you considered working in our busy Minor Injury Unit at Ripon Hospital. We are looking to recruit an experienced Clinical Support Worker who is highly motivated and enthusiastic to join our small team. Working alongside our Urgent Care Practitioners you will play a key role in delivering the minor injury service.
The successful candidates will be flexible, able to work effectively as part of a team and manage the pressure of working in busy environments. You must be passionate about providing an excellent experience for patients.
Previous experience working as a Clinical Support Worker is preferrable ideally with an acute/urgent care background, however training can be supported for the right candidate.
Band 2/3 will be dependant on experience.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
- Undertake observations of the patients' condition using adult/ paediatric/maternity observations/ national early warning scores and then ensure that the results are reported to the clinician for action e.g:
- Temperature
- Pulse
- Blood Pressure
- Oxygen Saturations (Pulse Oximetry)
- Blood Glucose Levels
- Respirations
- Pain assessment
- Reports any abnormalities to a clinician and recognise and responds appropriately in emergency situations.
- Following assessment of the patient by the clinician/practitioner performs the following;
- Simple dressing changes
- Phlebotomy
- Performs pregnancy testing
- Performs urine testing - and sends for microscopy under instruction
- Recording of patients attending the department by:
- booking patients into a patient management system.
- ensuring all required data is accurately recorded when available.
- collating and distributing the resulting documentation speedily and efficiently
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
- An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
- Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.
Details
Date posted
14 May 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
Depending on experience Band 2/3 dependant on previous experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
421-LTUC-1177R
Job locations
Ripon Community Hospital
Firby Lane
Ripon
HG4 2PR
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Ripon Community Hospital
Firby Lane
Ripon
HG4 2PR
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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