Job summary
We are delighted to
share we have a vacancy for band 3 endoscopy support assistant to join the endoscopy team at Bishop Auckland
Hospital .
Within endoscopy no two days are the same, we are looking to
recruit highly motivated, dynamic, forward thinking individual , to help
provide a safe high quality service to patients trust wide.
The endoscopy service provides a range of
diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for both inpatients and outpatients
carried out within our 4 procedure rooms.
The role will consist of supporting clinical staff alongside
housekeeping duties, stock check and ordering ,coordinating flow of patients to
and from the department , this role is diverse and you will have both clinical
and clerical duties within youir remit
Main duties of the job
The post holder will
work flexibly with the Endoscopy team and will be based on
one of
the main hospital sites, although may be required to attend other sites
across
the Trust.
Key
working relationships with nursing staff, endoscopists and wider
Endoscopy
team
you will be involved in clinical duties under supervison in a supportive
manner and housekeeping stock
control ordering and stock check along
with some clerical duties which will consist of being familiar with epr ,
coordinating patients from and to the department to other deparments and wards
,collecting data for the departments audit .
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
Contributes
to the department by working under the supervision of the qualified nursing
team in activities and tasks in providing high quality, compassionate care.
To
undertake delegated, repetitive, routine and familiar tasks.
Plan and
prioritise own delegated work tasks and activities.
Have an
awareness of normal parameters concerning patient wellbeing and report that
which is out of normal parameters
to the registered professional.
To
participate in service improvement and development initiatives.
Effective
verbal and written communication skills .
Ability
to establish and maintain working relationships within a multi-disciplinary
team.
Good
organizational, time management and problem solving skills
Ability
to work effectively within a team.
Ability
to work effectively under minimal supervision, as part of the
multi-disciplinary team.
Able to
demonstrate empathy, sensitivity and compassion towards patients, putting
patients at the centre of our thinking.
Able to
identify, report and seek advice in a situation of risk.
To assist
in treatment / activities for the patient which may involve accompanying /
escorting patients outside the ward environment.
Ability
to access computerised records to retrieve personal information, locate and
trace medical notes, order bloods etc.
Contribute
to a safe and clean working environment and ensure the clinical area is
prepared and maintained as appropriate and in line with the Trust Infection
Prevention and Health and Safety Policies.
To assist
with the monitoring of equipment and stock as required.
Act in a
manner which illustrates respect for privacy, dignity, equality & diversity
and confidentiality, and demonstrate excellent customer care.
Maintain
personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the role,
and participate in training activities.
Ensure
all mandatory training is undertaken in line with Trust policy.
To
undertake any other duties that would be a reasonable expectation of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Contributes
to the department by working under the supervision of the qualified nursing
team in activities and tasks in providing high quality, compassionate care.
To
undertake delegated, repetitive, routine and familiar tasks.
Plan and
prioritise own delegated work tasks and activities.
Have an
awareness of normal parameters concerning patient wellbeing and report that
which is out of normal parameters
to the registered professional.
To
participate in service improvement and development initiatives.
Effective
verbal and written communication skills .
Ability
to establish and maintain working relationships within a multi-disciplinary
team.
Good
organizational, time management and problem solving skills
Ability
to work effectively within a team.
Ability
to work effectively under minimal supervision, as part of the
multi-disciplinary team.
Able to
demonstrate empathy, sensitivity and compassion towards patients, putting
patients at the centre of our thinking.
Able to
identify, report and seek advice in a situation of risk.
To assist
in treatment / activities for the patient which may involve accompanying /
escorting patients outside the ward environment.
Ability
to access computerised records to retrieve personal information, locate and
trace medical notes, order bloods etc.
Contribute
to a safe and clean working environment and ensure the clinical area is
prepared and maintained as appropriate and in line with the Trust Infection
Prevention and Health and Safety Policies.
To assist
with the monitoring of equipment and stock as required.
Act in a
manner which illustrates respect for privacy, dignity, equality & diversity
and confidentiality, and demonstrate excellent customer care.
Maintain
personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the role,
and participate in training activities.
Ensure
all mandatory training is undertaken in line with Trust policy.
To
undertake any other duties that would be a reasonable expectation of the role.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels
- Understanding of the role of HCSW
- Able to work as part of a team
- Knowledge and understanding of the need for confidentiality
Experience
Essential
- Computer skills
- Ability to learn new skills
Desirable
- Previous experience in caring for others
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience
- Care Certificate or willingness to complete within first 6 months of commencement in post
- GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics
Desirable
- Short courses relevant to undertake patient and clinical care duties
Special Requirements
Essential
- Self-motivated and able to motivate others
- Excellent communication & interpersonal
- skills
- Reflective practitioner
- Ability to work in a busy and varied work
- environment and respond to change
Desirable
- Be able to offer pastoral care to mentors and students when providing feedback on performance
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good verbal and written command of
- English.
- Ability to act upon own initiative.
- Good communication skills.
- Able to work under some pressure.
- Ability to show leadership
- Ability to plan own work.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure
- Willing to take and record patient
- observations
Desirable
- Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels
- Understanding of the role of HCSW
- Able to work as part of a team
- Knowledge and understanding of the need for confidentiality
Experience
Essential
- Computer skills
- Ability to learn new skills
Desirable
- Previous experience in caring for others
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience
- Care Certificate or willingness to complete within first 6 months of commencement in post
- GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics
Desirable
- Short courses relevant to undertake patient and clinical care duties
Special Requirements
Essential
- Self-motivated and able to motivate others
- Excellent communication & interpersonal
- skills
- Reflective practitioner
- Ability to work in a busy and varied work
- environment and respond to change
Desirable
- Be able to offer pastoral care to mentors and students when providing feedback on performance
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good verbal and written command of
- English.
- Ability to act upon own initiative.
- Good communication skills.
- Able to work under some pressure.
- Ability to show leadership
- Ability to plan own work.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure
- Willing to take and record patient
- observations
Desirable
- Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation
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
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bishop Auckland General Hospital
Cockton Hill Road
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 6AD
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
