Job summary
We are looking for proactive and dynamic Heath Care Assistant to join our DVT/Anticoagulation Service. The service provides high quality care for patients with suspected and confirmed DVT and acute anticoagulation needs. Your role will be to provide support in the running of the clinic and management of patients under the direct supervision of the registered nurses .
To join team you must have:
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or demonstrable equivalent experience.
- Venepuncture skills
- caring and compassionate attitude
- a strong desire to help people
- good communication skills
- Access to a car for work purposes
The post involves a 7 day working rota (shifts 8am - 18.30).
Main duties of the job
Our Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) / Anticoagulation Service is a community-based, nurse-led, DVT assessment and treatment service for mobile and immobile patients.
The post holder will work to support the practitioners in providing a nurse- led service to assessment, diagnose and treat deep vein thrombosis and manage acute anticoagulation needs.
About us
We take great pride in being an open, trusting and compassionate organisation. The Trust is committed to promoting and building a team that enhances inclusion, diversity and equality. We strongly believe that working together with our partners, listening to and engaging with our patients, service users and their families we can make a real difference to the lives of local people within our communities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist the Registered Nurse in the planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care.To work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and familiesTo assist with the general operation of the clinic including clinical duties, observations, INR point of care andvenepuncture.To participate in domiciliary INR checksTo maintain the general running of the clinic including stocking clinics, daily clinic checks, transporting samples to the lab,transporting patients to vascular ultrasoundTo undertake all reception and administrations duties as required
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist the Registered Nurse in the planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care.To work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and familiesTo assist with the general operation of the clinic including clinical duties, observations, INR point of care andvenepuncture.To participate in domiciliary INR checksTo maintain the general running of the clinic including stocking clinics, daily clinic checks, transporting samples to the lab,transporting patients to vascular ultrasoundTo undertake all reception and administrations duties as required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2
- NVQ Level 3
- Venepuncture skills
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Previous Care experience
- Experience of working with people of all ages
- Good customer relation skills
Desirable
- Experience in community working
Skills and attributes
Essential
- Be able to follow written and verbal instructions
- Able to work on own initiative within a multi-disciplinary team
- Problem solving
- Basic understanding of NHS issues
- Good communication skills
- IT Skills
- Driving Licence
Personal qualities
Essential
- Flexible approach
- Good telephone manner
- Excellent communication skills
- Caring, understanding and sympathetic
- Flexible to meet the needs of the department
- Willing to partake in training programmes
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2
- NVQ Level 3
- Venepuncture skills
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Previous Care experience
- Experience of working with people of all ages
- Good customer relation skills
Desirable
- Experience in community working
Skills and attributes
Essential
- Be able to follow written and verbal instructions
- Able to work on own initiative within a multi-disciplinary team
- Problem solving
- Basic understanding of NHS issues
- Good communication skills
- IT Skills
- Driving Licence
Personal qualities
Essential
- Flexible approach
- Good telephone manner
- Excellent communication skills
- Caring, understanding and sympathetic
- Flexible to meet the needs of the department
- Willing to partake in training programmes
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).
